The LushTums Blog

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Evidence-informed writing about pregnancy, birth, postnatal recovery and women's wellness ~ from the team behind LushTums.
Founder Clare Maddalena, Senior Yoga Teacher, Doula and FEDANT-accredited Antenatal Educator with nearly 25 years of experience, shares honest insights, the latest research and the conversations that matter most to women at every stage of their journey.
With special Guest Blogs included along the way, to help you have a most positive and informed experience as possible.

Clare Maddalena 23/01/2024 Clare Maddalena 23/01/2024

Your new baby’s microbiome

Helping your baby have a STRONG immune system, starts with your baby’s mircobiome… here’s a snapshot!

Looking after yourself this winter: boosting your immune system

Understanding what your immune system does and where it is found will help you to
understand how best to support it, and give yourself a fighting chance of staying well and
energised through the long winter months.