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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.

18/02/2026

Parenting is already demanding.
But sometimes, extra pressure makes it heavier than it needs to be. 🌿

Here are 5 things that might be making parenting harder than it has to be:

1️⃣ Trying to do it all alone.
Parenting was never meant to be a solo role.
Lack of support increases exhaustion and emotional strain.

2️⃣ Comparing yourself to other parents.
Social media shows highlights, not the full picture.
Comparison creates unrealistic standards that steal confidence.

3️⃣ Expecting perfection from yourself.
No parent gets it right all the time.
Holding yourself to impossible standards leads to frustration and guilt.

4️⃣ Overloading your schedule.
Too many activities and commitments can leave everyone overwhelmed.
Children often thrive with simplicity and rhythm.

5️⃣ Ignoring your own needs.
When you neglect rest, emotional support, or basic care, burnout builds quietly.
A depleted parent struggles to stay patient and present.

Parenting does not have to be perfect to be powerful.
Sometimes easing the pressure makes everything feel lighter. 🤍

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17/02/2026

Pregnancy changes more than the body.
It shifts emotions, energy, and sometimes even identity.
A thoughtful check-in can mean more than you realize. 🌿

Here are 5 helpful ways to check in on a pregnant woman:

1️⃣ Ask how she’s really feeling.
Not just about the baby, but about her.
Pregnancy can be joyful and overwhelming at the same time.

2️⃣ Offer practical help.
Instead of saying “Let me know if you need anything,” suggest something specific.
Dropping off a meal or helping with errands can lighten her load.

3️⃣ Listen without correcting.
If she shares worries or discomfort, resist the urge to minimize it.
Sometimes she needs empathy, not reassurance.

4️⃣ Respect her boundaries.
Some days she may want to talk. Other days she may need quiet.
Follow her lead and avoid pushing conversations or advice.

5️⃣ Remind her she’s doing well.
Pregnancy comes with doubts.
A simple, sincere reminder that she’s navigating this with strength can be grounding.

Support during pregnancy does not need to be big or dramatic.
Consistency, kindness, and presence go a long way. 🤍

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14/02/2026

VBAC is not a risk — it’s a possibility.
✨ Vaginal Birth After C-Section: Rebirth ✨
Informed. Supported. Empowered.

12/02/2026

It’s easy to feel like you’re not ready.
There’s always another article to read or another class to take.
But preparation is not just about information. It’s also about mindset. 🌿

Here are 5 signs you’re more prepared for birth than you think:

1️⃣ You’ve thought about your preferences.
Even if your plan is simple, knowing what matters to you shows intention.
Clarity, not perfection, is what counts.

2️⃣ You’re open to flexibility.
Birth rarely follows a script.
If you understand that plans may shift and you’re willing to adapt, you’re already ahead.

3️⃣ You know who your support people are.
Whether it’s a partner, midwife, doula, or trusted friend, having emotional support matters deeply.
You don’t have to do this alone.

4️⃣ You’re learning to manage fear.
Feeling nervous does not mean you’re unprepared.
Acknowledging your fears and seeking reassurance shows strength.

5️⃣ You’re listening to your body.
Resting when tired, asking questions, and paying attention to how you feel are powerful forms of preparation.

Being prepared is not about knowing everything.
It’s about feeling informed, supported, and willing to trust yourself in the moment. 🤍

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04/02/2026

When a child is overstimulated, their behavior is communication.
Big reactions often mean their nervous system needs support, not correction. 🌿

Here are 5 ways to support your child when they’re overstimulated:

1️⃣ Lower the noise and activity.
Reduce sounds, screens, and movement where possible.
A quieter environment helps their body settle.

2️⃣ Stay calm and grounded.
Your calm helps regulate theirs.
Speaking softly and moving slowly can make a big difference.

3️⃣ Offer physical comfort.
A hug, holding hands, or sitting close can help your child feel safe.
Touch can be deeply regulating.

4️⃣ Give simple, clear choices.
Too many options can increase overwhelm.
Offering one or two choices helps your child feel some control.

5️⃣ Allow time to reset.
Overstimulation does not disappear instantly.
Give your child space and time to calm before expecting them to reengage.

Supporting an overstimulated child is not about fixing behavior quickly.
It’s about helping their body and emotions return to balance. 🤍

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03/02/2026

Pregnancy invites opinions from everywhere.
What to eat. How to move. What to feel. What to choose.
In all the noise, learning to trust your body matters. 🌿

Here are 5 ways to trust your body when you’re surrounded by opinions:

1️⃣ Pause before absorbing advice.
Not every opinion needs an immediate response or decision.
Give yourself time to check in with how something feels to you.

2️⃣ Notice how your body responds.
Your energy levels, comfort, and intuition offer valuable information.
Your body communicates needs clearly when you slow down enough to listen.

3️⃣ Limit information overload.
Too many voices can create doubt and anxiety.
Choose a few trusted sources and let the rest fade into the background.

4️⃣ Give yourself permission to choose differently.
What works for someone else may not work for you.
You are allowed to honor your preferences without explanation.

5️⃣ Come back to your inner knowing.
Your body has been guiding you long before pregnancy.
Trust grows when you repeatedly return to yourself.

You don’t need consensus to make good choices.
You need confidence in your own body and its wisdom. 🤍

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31/01/2026

Pregnancy is often described as beautiful and glowing.
What’s talked about less is how hard it can feel, even when everything is going well. 🌿

Here are 5 things that feel hard in pregnancy that are actually normal:

1️⃣ Feeling tired all the time.
Growing a baby takes enormous energy.
Needing rest is not a sign of weakness, it’s biology.

2️⃣ Feeling emotionally sensitive.
You may cry easily or feel overwhelmed without a clear reason.
Hormonal changes and life transitions can heighten emotions.

3️⃣ Feeling disconnected from your body.
Your body is changing quickly, and that can feel unfamiliar.
Adjustment takes time, and that discomfort is valid.

4️⃣ Feeling anxious or uncertain.
Worry does not mean you’re ungrateful or unprepared.
It means you care deeply about what’s happening.

5️⃣ Not enjoying every moment.
You can be thankful and still find pregnancy hard.
Both experiences can exist at the same time.

Pregnancy does not have to be easy to be meaningful.
Be kind to yourself as you move through it. 🤍

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28/01/2026

Pregnancy anxiety can show up suddenly.
Your heart races, your thoughts spiral, and your body feels tense.

When that happens, you don’t need perfect positivity. You need grounding. 🌿

Here are 5 realistic thoughts that can help calm pregnancy anxiety in the moment:

1️⃣ “Right now, I am safe.”
This brings your focus back to the present moment.
Anxiety often pulls your mind into what might happen, not what is happening now.

2️⃣ “I don’t need all the answers today.”
It’s okay not to have everything figured out.
Pregnancy unfolds in stages, and clarity comes step by step.

3️⃣ “My body is doing what it can, even when I feel unsure.”
Doubt does not mean failure.
Your body continues its work even on days when your confidence wavers.

4️⃣ “This feeling will rise and fall.”
Anxiety feels permanent when you’re in it, but emotions move.
Reminding yourself that this moment will pass can soften its intensity.

5️⃣ “I can ask for support if I need it.”
You don’t have to hold everything alone.
Reaching out is a form of care, not weakness.

Anxious moments don’t define your pregnancy.
They’re signals asking for gentleness, reassurance, and rest. 🤍

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26/01/2026

Breast engorgement can be painful – but it doesn’t have to be.
Save & share this with a breastfeeding mum 🌸

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