Imai Pola The Perinatal Hub

04/06/2026

Confused whether to feed or change diapers first?

Well, here is your answer!

Change first, if baby is asleep or sleepy 😴
Feed first if baby is awake 🙂

We want the baby to be actively feeding anyways😊

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02/06/2026

Calling all Birth Professionals 🌟

01/06/2026

10 tips for Post-pregnancy weight loss:

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1. Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding burns calories as your body produces milk, helping you shed some extra pounds. It also releases hormones that aid in uterus contraction and weight loss.

2. Not Starving or Skipping Meals: Skipping meals or extreme dieting can slow down your metabolism, making it harder to lose weight. Eating regular, balanced meals keeps your metabolism active.

3. Balanced Diet: Consuming a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains provides essential nutrients without excess calories, supporting gradual weight loss.

4. Portion Control: Monitoring portion sizes helps prevent overeating, ensuring you're not consuming more calories than you need to maintain your weight.

5. Rest/Sleep: Adequate sleep is crucial for hormonal balance and overall health. Lack of sleep can lead to weight gain, so getting enough rest supports your weight loss efforts.

6. Postpartum-Friendly Exercise: Engaging in safe and gradual postpartum exercises helps tone muscles, increase metabolism, and burn calories. Consult with a healthcare professional for appropriate exercise recommendations.

7. Hydration: Drinking enough water helps control appetite, prevents dehydration, and supports metabolic processes involved in weight loss.

8. Fiber-Rich Food: Foods high in fiber, like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, promote feelings of fullness and can help control your calorie intake.

9. Healthy Snacking: Opt for nutritious snacks like yogurt, nuts, or fruits to curb cravings and avoid high-calorie, sugary snacks.

10. Realistic Weight Loss Goals:Setting achievable, gradual weight loss goals ensures you're not putting unnecessary pressure on yourself. It's important to prioritize your health and well-being during this postpartum period.

Combining these factors in a balanced and sustainable way can contribute to a healthy and gradual post-pregnancy weight loss journey.

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31/05/2026

DO NOT SQUEEZE !!! the discharge

1. Ni**le discharge aka Witch milk
2. Vaginal Discharge or spotting

- Ni**le discharge is common in newborns irrespective of their gender due to maternal estrogen prevalent through placenta (in womb) or breast milk (after delivery)

- Subsides on its own in few days or first few weeks of life.

- It is extremely important NOT to squeeze or express it, which will result in unwanted infections like mastitis in babies.

- No matter whoever insists otherwise, never ever squeeze their ni***es to get the discharge out.






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31/05/2026

30/05/2026

Share it with all the premature baby parents !
💜 November is Prematurity Awareness Month 💜 Let's spread love, awareness, and support for premature babies and their families.

🫂 It's essential to be sensitive and supportive when talking to parents of premature babies. Here are some things you should avoid saying:

1. "Why was your baby born prematurely?" Avoid making assumptions or implying blame.
2. "Your baby is so tiny." Instead, focus on positive comments or offer encouragement.
3. "I know exactly how you feel." Every premature birth is unique, and it's best not to compare experiences.
4. "It's not a big deal; they'll catch up." Minimizing the challenges premature babies face can be hurtful.
5. Offering unsolicited medical advice or home remedies. Leave medical advice to healthcare professionals.
6. "When will they be 'normal'?" Avoid implying that there's something abnormal about a premature baby.
7. "You must be so disappointed." Instead, express empathy and support.

Being understanding and offering a listening ear can go a long way in providing comfort to parents of premature babies.

For the parents 💗 Tips to handle premature babies with care:

1. Keep them warm in an incubator or with skin-to-skin contact.
2. Practice kangaroo care for bonding and comfort.
3. Be gentle during feeding, as preemies may have difficulty in oro-motor coordination, suck-swallow-breathe reflex.
4. Monitor their health closely and follow medical advice.
5. Surround them with love and positivity to help them thrive.

Together, we can make a difference! 💪💕

29/05/2026

Don'ts of Breastfeeding Part - 1

Pushing your baby's head against your breast! 🚫

Gently support their head and neck with your thumb beneath their ear on one side and the other fingers beneath the other ear, with your palm holding their neck.

Remember, No pushing, only support 💖

Happy breastfeeding!

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🤰🏻Recommended for second trimester and third trimester moms 🤗
Vaishnavi Vijayakumar,
Certified Childbirth And Lactation Counsellor

28/05/2026

DON'TS OF BREASTFEEDING, PART - 2

Happy breastfeeding!

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🤰🏻Recommended for second trimester, third trimester, fourth trimester moms 🤗
Vaishnavi Vijayakumar,
Certified Childbirth And Lactation Counsellor

27/05/2026

I became a Birth Educator because
nobody was there for me when I
needed it most.

Not when I lost my first baby.
Not my second. Not my third.

Not when I was injecting blood
thinners into my own stomach
every single morning.

Not when my skin was peeling
from obstetric cholestasis and
nobody explained why.

Not when I lay immobile for 10
days with a cervical disc prolapse
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without anaesthesia.

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and my own family told me
the pain was normal.

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I found out the hard way.
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And after all of that — when I
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people questioned whether I was
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So I got certified. Twice.

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27/05/2026

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Don'ts of Breastfeeding, Part - 3

While 250 - 300 ml of cow/ animal milk can fulfill your nutritional needs, more than that will actually cause trouble while breastfeeding.

It can cause lactose intolerance in the baby as the mother will produce too much lactose in her milk causing imbalance of foremilk and hindmilk. It can also lead to other gastrointestinal issues in the baby like gas or diarrhea, with possible weight loss or slow weight gain in babies.

It's essential for breastfeeding mothers to maintain a balanced diet for optimal infant nutrition.

Join our breastfeeding basics webinar for essential insights, tips, and support, empowering you for a confident breastfeeding journey! 1-1 counseling available online too.

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Certified Childbirth And Lactation Counsellor
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