The following is an excerpt from the Irish Independent article “Food for thought: The whys and when of weaning” dated August 1st 2018 You are what you eat, the old saying goes. As more and more research is unveiled about how pre-conception, breastfeeding and weaning provide the greatest opportunity in life to influence the long-term…

Early life nutrition refers to nutritional exposures prior to conception and during pregnancy, infancy and early childhood. These exposures have an important influence on quality of life and health into adulthood. Recommendations for nutrient intakes and the need for supplementation before and during pregnancy continue to be a source of confusion for parents. In recent years there has…

The growing baby is a big sleeper. The brain needs a lot of energy to form. They spend the day sleeping, but from the 26th week on, they begin the cycle of sleep and wakefulness. At most, they spend 20 minutes awake every hour. If you are a girl, at around week 20 you will…

1st trimester Ideally should be taken before you conceive and until you are 12 weeks pregnant. Folic acid reduces the risks of neural tube defects such as Spina Bifida. You should take a supplement of at least 400mcg daily throughout your pregnancy as it’s difficult to get enough from food alone. Some women may be…