Mum & baby

What should you eat or avoid during pregnancy? The general advice is to continue eating a healthy and varied diet according to the 'Schijf van Vijf' (the Dutch equivalent of the Eatwell Guide). However, there are some exceptions to this rule. We've listed them for you.

Discover the differences between folic acid, folate, and 5-MTHF. Learn why these forms of vitamin B11 are essential for your health and which supplements are best. Read on to find out more!

Discover why folic acid is essential for pregnant women and how it contributes to a healthy pregnancy.

You've brought a little miracle into the world and now the next challenge begins: taking good care of yourself and your baby. Discover the 7 essential vitamins and minerals you need during breastfeeding to keep both of you healthy and strong. Read now to learn how to optimise your nutrition for the best start!

Being pregnant is akin to an athletic feat, and there's a good chance you want to provide your body with only the best, being extra mindful of what you consume. Very wise! A mini-you is growing inside, and your body could use some additional support. One of these important extras is Omega 3. In this blog, we explain why these fatty acids are important and which supplement we recommend for this; the Pregnancy Omega.

If there's one moment in your life when you prioritise your health, it's when you want to become or are becoming a mother. Before, during, and after pregnancy, you want to give your body only the very best, and you're likely to be extra critical of what you consume. That's great! Your body is busy building a new human being and could use some extra support. In this blog, we share the essential supplements you need before, during, and after pregnancy.

The journey to pregnancy can sometimes be more complicated than you think. Before an egg is successfully fertilised, securely implants, and grows into a healthy baby 9 months later, all conditions must be optimal. Often, the absence of pregnancy is unjustly attributed to the woman, while fertility problems or the lack of pregnancy can just as easily be due to the man. To avoid making it too heavy-hearted, it is beneficial to prepare both of you for conception and the subsequent pregnancy if you have an active desire to have children. Which supplements can you both take to optimally support fertility?

The birth of your child is one of the most impactful and special events in a person's life. Your world is turned upside down, and there is a lot to take in. Although it sometimes seems like you need an enormous amount for your new family member, in practice, it is manageable. With a generous amount of love, some warm clothing, nappies, and food of course, you can go a long way. However, it is recommended to have Vitamin D and Vitamin K for your baby at home. We answer the most frequently asked questions about these recommended supplements for your baby.

In certain life stages and under special circumstances, your body requires extra attention to vitamins and minerals. Below, we have outlined which nutrients are particularly important at each stage. Of course, the most important thing is to eat healthily, which means plenty of vegetables, fruit, and fatty acids!

The first touch with your child is not only magical but also extremely important. A newborn baby needs time to recover from the birth, and skin-to-skin contact is essential in this process. Holding your baby against your bare skin immediately after birth is beneficial for various health aspects. Previously, a newborn was first washed, weighed, and wrapped in blankets. However, skin-to-skin contact is proven to be better for the heart, lung function, breathing, body temperature, and blood sugar levels. Removing the baby immediately after birth can also cause stress for both mother and child.