Michelle van der Westhuizen

31/12/2025

Baby massage class starting 23 January💜

31/12/2025

The new year is upon us🥳 Some great plans ahead for an amazing Pregnancy Education event in Feb with Sr Linette Louw, a HypnoBirthing class starting 31 January, A new Baby massage group starting 23 Jan, Post natal classes in January and the first Ante Natal class starting 19 January🥳 Clinic open on 6 January ( do book via whats up).

31/12/2025

Big thanks to Simone Chalmers, Susan van der Westhuizen, Monique Pagel, Rita Swart, Calista Roetz, Connie Roe, Zumond Kleyn, Jessica Jessica, Laura Nel, Laroeshell Kruger, Mqoh Mqondis, De Villiers Jackie

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

30/12/2025

Moms your midwife will give you exercises to help baby turn or help baby during labour to turn. Ocipital posterior babies are born normally as well...but moms will tell you the baby labour is no joke...

🥚 SUNNY SIDE UP BABY 🥚

A baby head-down but facing mom’s abdomen.

⚠️ Why it matters:
• Can cause longer, more painful labor 😣
• Increased risk of back labor 💥
• Sometimes needs special delivery or C-section 🏥

💡 Many babies rotate naturally with guidance from your healthcare provider.

30/12/2025

Big congratulations are in order for the newly qualified Doulas🥳 Now this photo does contain some already qualified ladies like Bernice and Lauren, and me...but congrats to all of you ladies ( not just those in the photo). Doulas complete a course, attend births, write an exam and have a yearly Registration with their regulating body. Here is to me and the other midwives looking foward to having these lovely Doulas working with us at births.

30/12/2025

When you believe in them, they learn to believe in themselves.💚

29/12/2025

Permission to listen to your instinct🥰 Pick up your baby.

28/12/2025

So true

28/12/2025

Next class starting 19 January 2026 at the Caritas Hall in Newton Park.

28/12/2025

Make a booking via WhatsApp. Clinic opening on 6 January. WhatsApp 0829404200

27/12/2025

✂️ 10 C-SECTION RECOVERY TIPS ✂️

1️⃣ Rest as much as possible – Let your body heal, even in short naps 🛌
2️⃣ Walk gently – Short walks prevent blood clots and aid digestion 🚶‍♀️
3️⃣ Eat balanced meals – Protein, fiber, and hydration speed up recovery 🥗💧
4️⃣ Take pain meds as prescribed – Don’t endure unnecessary pain 💊
5️⃣ Support your incision – Hold a pillow when coughing or laughing 🤗
6️⃣ Avoid heavy lifting – Give your core and incision time to heal 🪑
7️⃣ Wear comfortable clothes – Soft, loose clothing avoids irritation 👚
8️⃣ Monitor for infection – Redness, swelling, or unusual discharge? Call your doctor ⚠️
9️⃣ Practice gentle pelvic floor exercises – When approved, help regain strength ⚡
🔟 Accept help – Let family and friends assist with baby care and chores ❤️

✨ C-section recovery takes patience—small steps every day lead to healing!

26/12/2025

We’re all about the quiet this year ✨