Full term baby
Introduction
In this video, meet Gemma and her third baby, 7-week-old Thomas.
Gemma discusses some of the challenges of managing a busy life with two other children while being pregnant, and how she coped with increased stress levels during her pregnancy.
Gemma’s story could provide the basis for a case study of a new mum with a young family.
Key themes
- the healthy pregnancy progression
- healthy lifestyle choices (for example, food to avoid, alcohol intake, smoking in pregnancy, safe pharmacy and prescription medication)
- referrals to other agencies/professionals
- stress levels during pregnancy
- antenatal classes
- birthing plans
- feeding options for new babies
- baby boxes
Links to further information
- Baby boxes in Scotland
- Ready, Steady, Baby!
- Your baby – tests offered
- NHS advice on breastfeeding a new baby
- NHS advice on bottle feeding
- NHS information regarding many aspects of caring for a newborn baby
These links are not exhaustive and there are other valuable learning resources available.