Discover articles on the many topics related to motherhood without any taboos, without judgment, and in a caring manner. Articles that have been co-written with the help of our network of professionals (midwives, doulas, physiotherapists, nutritionists…) in order to guarantee you high quality, serious, and verified information.
And of course, with MotherStories’ style and view on the various topics.
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Why collect and store your child’s umbilical cord stem cells?
As you know, our mission at MotherStories is to inform you about all aspects of motherhood. Today, we’d like to tell you more about the collection and conservation of umbilical cord stem cells. It’s a scientific, health and public interest subject, but one that’s little-known and even intimidating. To support us in our efforts, we Lire plus
Umbilical Cord Stem Cell Collection & Storage with Swiss Stem Cell Science.
As you know, our mission at MotherStories is to inform you about all things related to motherhood. Today we want to tell you more about the collection and storage of umbilical cord stem cells. This is a scientific, health and public utility subject that is not very well known or even intimidating. To assist us Lire plus
Marlène’s BirthStory : mother of Alexis 3,5 years old and Noémie 10 months old.
This article closes our series “Behind the scenes of a birth” with Marlène’s beautiful BirthStory. Marlène gave birth to her son Alexis and daughter Noémie at the clinic Générale-Beaulieu. She has wonderful memories of two very different pregnancies and two very different births. We are thrilled to share this story with you and end the Lire plus
How to deal with postpartum emotions?
MotherStories takes you behind the scenes of birth at the Clinique Générale-Beaulieu. Throughout the year, you will discover our interviews highlighting the different professionals involved in childbirth and the role of each one before, during, and after the birth. Today, discover more about the role of a nurse assistant, Maëva Griot. This role is often Lire plus
How to manage pain during childbirth?
MotherStories takes you behind the scenes of birth at the Clinique Générale-Beaulieu. Throughout the year, you will discover our interviews highlighting the different professionals involved in childbirth and the role of each one before, during, and after the birth. Today, discover more about the role of a nurse assistant, Maëva Griot. This role is often Lire plus
Find childcare with our partner Beeboo
We know how complicated it is to find a qualified and trustworthy caregiver! To avoid wasting any more time, it is important to ask yourself the right questions about the choice of childcare: at what age do you want your child to be looked after and by whom (public or private nursery, kindergarten, home nanny, Lire plus
Why and how to do a birth plan?
Having a birth plan is an effective way to take an active part in the preparation of your birth. Among other things, it allows you to inform yourself and make your own choices. Having well-defined ideas is certainly very good, but beware, flexibility is the key. Don’t forget to download your birth plan template to Lire plus
Preparing for baby’s arrival: the must-have list
The arrival of a baby is a huge change for parents, emotionally, physically and organizationally. You will have to let go, trust yourself and let your instincts guide you, but especially your baby. Are you stressed? The opposite would be strange (smile). Let us help you in your preparations with our list of essential products Lire plus
What is the postpartum or 4th trimester of pregnancy?
For the past few years, women have been revealing the true face of this very special period that is the postpartum. As rich and complex as pregnancy (with baby at the center of all the attention), the postpartum is rightly often called the fourth trimester and, yes, we can prepare ourselves to live it more Lire plus
Jasmina: I have been in a relationship for 2 years and I don’t want to have children.
In Switzerland, according to the Federal Statistical Office, 9% of women and men between 20 and 29 years old do not want to have children. The reasons given are: an obstacle to a professional career, ecology, fear of an uncertain future or simply the desire for a different lifestyle. Is having children a guarantee for Lire plus
Sleep coaching: a way to improve the quality of family life.
Is your child still not sleeping through the night? Every night is a nightmare and you don’t know what to do? Why not take advantage of this period of confinement to try to set up sleep coaching by following the precious advice of Valeria de Grandis, our specialist in sleep for children aged between 0 Lire plus
Losing a baby at 34 weeks of pregnancy: The moving story of Talia & David.
This week, we tackle a sensitive and still too often taboo subject. Losing a child, regardless of its stage of pregnancy, is a heavy ordeal for parents. Talia is a mother and faithful member of the community who today found the courage to share her story and put words to the indescribable: the loss of Lire plus
How to get through perinatal loss?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), perinatal death concerns babies who die from the 22nd week of amenorrhea, or weighing at least 500 grams, until the 7th day of life. But what about those babies who passed before these 22 weeks? What about emotional support for bereaved parents in a society where the subject Lire plus
How to find a childcare solution: 10 questions to ask yourself.
Finding childcare is a source of stress for most young parents. First of all because it represents an important transition: it’s one of the first times you’re going to leave your baby for a large part of the day in someone else’s care. No matter what happens, your first day back at work, you won’t Lire plus
Single Mother: Laure’s day-to-day.
Whether as a couple or alone, raising a child is an everyday challenge and an immense responsibility. We met Laure, a sparkling single mother who shares with us her daily life and her vision of motherhood. A beautiful life lesson! Laure, can you introduce yourself in a few words?I am 35 years old, I am Lire plus
BirthStory #5: Audrey, a pregnancy and birth in the middle of COVID
The #birthstories continue in 2021! Authentic testimonies that remind us that each birth is unique and different. For this first #birthstory of the year, Audrey tells us about her pregnancy and childbirth in the middle of the pandemic. Did you like it? Like, Comment & Share! Discover our birth gift ideas and our video dedicated Lire plus
BirthStory #4: Alexandra, a birth in NYC in the middle of the pandemic.
Throughout the month of December, we will be sharing with you incredible and unique #birthstories. And yes, with this special end of the year, we wanted/needed lightness, joy, and love. What better way to do this than to celebrate life by putting births in the spotlight! For our last #birthstory of the year, Alexandra tells Lire plus
Emilie, mother of 2 kids and independent yoga teacher gives us her advice to boost our energy at this emotionally and physically difficult end of the year! Close your eyes, take a deep breath and give yourself 5 minutes to read this article. Move your bodyAnd even 10 minutes will have a big impact on Lire plus
BirthStory #3: Luana – 36 hours marathon birth
Throughout the month of December, we will be sharing with you incredible and unique #birthstories. And yes, with this special end of the year, we wanted/needed lightness, joy, and love. What better way to do this than to celebrate life by putting births in the spotlight! For our 3rd #birthstory, Luana tells us about her Lire plus
BirthStory #2: Caroline, her almost perfect C-section.
Throughout the month of December, we will be sharing with you incredible and unique #birthstories. And yes, with this special end of the year, we wanted/needed lightness, joy and love. What better way to do this than to celebrate life by putting births in the spotlight! Discover Caroline’s #birthstory which tells us about her 3rd Lire plus
BirthStory #1: Camelia, childbirth at HUG in the natural birth room.
Throughout the month of December, we will be sharing with you incredible and unique #birthstories. And yes, with this special end of the year, we wanted/needed lightness, joy and love. What better way to do this than to celebrate life by putting births in the spotlight! We begin this new series with the #birthstory of Lire plus
When to start introducing solids and how to stay calm?
As a parent, feeding your child is one of the most stressful moments (among many others…). While breastfeeding, we often ask ourselves the following questions: Is he eating enough? Does he nurse well? Is he gaining enough weight? You will have little time off until the next stage of your child’s life: the famous and Lire plus
Pregnant with twins, how to get organised?
Silvia Rori, professional organizer and mother of twins shares with us 5 practical tips to live a serene twin pregnancy and to have a daily organization (more or less) efficient. I remember, as if it were yesterday, the feeling I had when I saw the perplexed expression of the doctor looking at the screen. I Lire plus
How to improve your fertility and get pregnant?
Facing the increasing number of unexplained cases of infertility and the repeated failures during MAP treatments stated in consultations, Virginie Terrier, nutritionist and micronutritionist, and Adva Grundman, fertility and MAP consultant, have decided to dedicate their time to searching for innovative, intelligent and effective solutions. Their work and findings are driven by their experiences, their Lire plus
