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German Midwifery Clinic - Lagos/Nigeria

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For 20 years, wellness & birth has provided a midwife service that is tailored to your individual needs. We begin working in partnership with you and your obstetrician in the hospital - before the birth - and continue to work with you and your paediatrician, helping you through the first stages of your newborn’s life.

14/01/2026

Pregnancy can be exciting, emotional, and tiring all at once.
You don’t need to overhaul your life to feel supported.
Sometimes, it’s the smallest habits that make the biggest difference. 🌿

Here are 5 habits that can make pregnancy feel a little easier:

1️⃣ Stay hydrated throughout the day.
Drinking enough water helps with energy levels, digestion, circulation, and even headaches.
Keep water nearby and sip often so hydration becomes effortless.

2️⃣ Start your mornings slowly.
Give yourself time to wake up without rushing.
A calm start, even for a few minutes, helps regulate your mood and sets a gentler tone for the day.

3️⃣ Take small, regular walks.
Short walks support circulation, ease stiffness, and can boost your mood.
You don’t need intense exercise. Gentle movement that feels good is enough.

4️⃣ Journal your thoughts and feelings.
Pregnancy can bring many emotions.
Writing helps you process worries, capture excitement, and stay connected to what you’re feeling.

5️⃣ Prep simple meals ahead of time.
Having easy, nourishing food ready reduces daily stress.
Meal prepping supports your body on days when energy is low or nausea shows up.

Pregnancy does not have to feel perfect to be meaningful.
Small, supportive habits can help you move through each day with more ease and kindness toward yourself. 🤍

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12/01/2026

Parenting isn’t measured by the big milestones alone.
It’s shaped in the everyday moments that often feel ordinary or rushed. 🌿

Here are 5 parenting moments that matter more than you think:

1️⃣ Repair after conflict.
When you calm down, reconnect, and apologize, you teach your child that relationships can heal.
Repair builds trust and emotional safety more than getting it right the first time.

2️⃣ Bedtime.
Those final moments of the day help your child feel secure.
A consistent, calm bedtime routine reassures them that they are safe and cared for.

3️⃣ Transitions.
Moving from play to cleanup or from home to school can be hard for kids.
Supporting them through transitions with patience helps them feel understood.

4️⃣ Listening.
When you pause and truly listen, even to the smallest stories, your child learns their voice matters.
Being heard builds confidence and connection.

5️⃣ Play.
Joining your child in play tells them you value their world.
Play strengthens your bond and helps children express emotions they cannot yet put into words.

The moments that feel small to you are often the ones your child carries with them.
Connection is built quietly, one day at a time. 🤍

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06/01/2026

The first month postpartum can feel like stepping into a completely new world.
Days blur together, emotions rise unexpectedly, and everything feels tender. 🌿

Here are 5 things no one really prepares you for in the first month postpartum:

1️⃣ Time distortion.
Days and nights can blend together.
Time may feel slow one moment and rushed the next, and that disorientation is completely normal.

2️⃣ Emotional swings.
You might move quickly between joy, tears, anxiety, and calm.
Hormonal shifts and life changes can make emotions feel intense and unpredictable.

3️⃣ Decision overload.
From feeding choices to sleep routines to what to eat, every small decision can feel heavy.
Mental fatigue is real during this season.

4️⃣ Deep exhaustion.
This is a level of tiredness that sleep alone may not fix.
Your body is healing while learning to care for a newborn, and that takes enormous energy.

5️⃣ Vulnerability.
Physically, emotionally, and mentally, you may feel more exposed than ever.
Needing help, reassurance, or comfort does not mean you are weak, it means you are human.

The first month postpartum is about survival, healing, and adjustment.
Be gentle with yourself and allow support wherever you can. 🤍

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02/01/2026

Most people mean well when they talk to new parents.
But some comments, even when said casually, can add pressure during an already tender season. 🌿

Here are 5 things new parents wish people would stop saying:

1️⃣ Comments about sleep.
“Are they sleeping through the night yet?” can feel loaded.
Every baby is different, and sleep patterns take time.
New parents are already tired. They don’t need reminders.

2️⃣ Comparisons.
Statements like “My baby did this by now” create unnecessary stress.
Babies develop at their own pace, and comparison rarely helps.

3️⃣ Pressure to enjoy every moment.
Being told to “soak it all in” can feel overwhelming.
It’s okay to love your baby and still find parts of this season hard.

4️⃣ Unsolicited advice.
Advice offered without being asked can feel dismissive.
New parents need support, not constant correction.

5️⃣ Timelines for milestones.
Questions about when a baby will crawl, walk, or talk add pressure.
Growth isn’t a race, and there’s no single schedule that fits every child.

The most helpful thing you can offer new parents is understanding, patience, and kindness.
Sometimes, quiet support says more than words ever could. 🤍

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22/12/2025

Pregnancy is not the season to push past your limits.
It’s a season to listen to your body and protect your energy. 🌿

Here are 5 things you’re allowed to say no to while pregnant:

1️⃣ Extra commitments.
You don’t have to attend every event or say yes to every request.
Rest and simplicity are valid choices right now.

2️⃣ Unsolicited advice.
Everyone will have an opinion.
You’re allowed to take what feels helpful and leave the rest.

3️⃣ Overexertion.
Doing too much can leave you exhausted and overwhelmed.
Slowing down is not weakness, it’s care.

4️⃣ Guilt.
You don’t need to feel bad for choosing what supports your health and well-being.
Your needs matter too.

5️⃣ Comparisons.
Every pregnancy is different.
Comparing your journey to someone else’s can steal peace and confidence.

Saying no during pregnancy is an act of self-respect.
You’re allowed to move through this season in a way that feels right for you. 🤍

16/12/2025

A child who feels safe doesn’t just feel loved.
They feel free to grow, express, and become who they are. 🌿

Here are 5 things children learn when they feel safe with you:

1️⃣ Trust.
When children know their feelings are respected, they learn that relationships can be reliable and secure.

2️⃣ Confidence.
Safety allows children to explore, try new things, and make mistakes without fear.
This builds quiet, lasting confidence from the inside out.

3️⃣ Emotional regulation.
When you respond calmly, children learn how to manage big emotions over time.
They borrow your calm until they can create their own.

4️⃣ Communication.
A safe child knows they can speak honestly.
They learn that their voice matters and that they will be listened to.

5️⃣ Resilience.
Feeling safe gives children a strong foundation.
They learn they can face challenges and recover because they are supported.

Emotional safety is one of the greatest gifts you can give a child.
It shapes how they see themselves and the world around them. 🤍

29/11/2025

Postpartum emotions can feel confusing and overwhelming.
One moment you’re deeply in love, and the next you’re crying for reasons you can’t explain.
This doesn’t mean you’re failing, it means you’re human. 🌿

Here are 5 things to know about postpartum emotions:

1️⃣ It’s normal to cry.
Tears can come out of nowhere in the early days.
Crying is a release, not a sign that something is wrong with you.

2️⃣ Hormones play a huge role.
Your body is shifting from pregnancy to postpartum, and hormone levels change quickly.
These fluctuations can affect your mood, energy, and sensitivity.

3️⃣ Baby blues and postpartum depression are not the same.
Baby blues are common and usually fade within a couple of weeks.
If your sadness feels heavy, persistent, or affects your daily life, that may be something more.
Reaching out for help is important.

4️⃣ Talk to someone you trust.
Share what you’re feeling with a partner, friend, doula, or professional.
Speaking it out loud helps lighten the emotional load.

5️⃣ You’re not alone.
Many mothers feel exactly what you’re feeling, even if they don’t say it.
Support exists and you deserve to receive it.

Postpartum emotions may be intense, but they are not a reflection of your worth or your ability to mother.
Be gentle with yourself, and reach out when you need support. 🤍

27/11/2025

Parenting doesn’t mean losing yourself.
You’re still a person — with limits, needs, and moments when you simply need space. 🌿

Here are 5 things to stop apologizing for as a parent:

1️⃣ Needing alone time.
You’re not selfish for craving quiet or solitude.
Stepping away helps you recharge so you can show up with more patience and presence.

2️⃣ Saying no.
You’re allowed to protect your energy and your family’s peace.
“No” is a full sentence, and using it doesn’t make you harsh — it makes you clear.

3️⃣ Wanting quiet.
It’s okay if you don’t always enjoy the noise and chaos.
Wanting moments of stillness doesn’t mean you love your kids any less.

4️⃣ Setting boundaries.
Boundaries are how you keep love sustainable.
They protect your time, your mental space, and your family dynamic from burnout.

5️⃣ Doing things differently.
You don’t have to parent the way others expect.
You can take advice, learn from others, and still choose what works for your family.

You don’t owe anyone an apology for meeting your own needs.
A well-rested, grounded parent is a gift to every child. 🤍

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