The BUMP&CO. bi-weekly newsletter for pregnant and new parents in Hong Kong
NOVEMBER IS POST-NATAL RECOVERY MONTH
November marks the launch of our monthly themes and we are kicking off with the extremely important subject of post-natal recovery. The fourth trimester is often overlooked and it's where mums (and dads, for that matter) often struggle most. We recently did an Instagram poll and 61% of mums found this period the most difficult.
The term "matrescence" is gradually being used more in recent times and refers to the physical, psychological, emotional and social changes associated with the transition into motherhood. Our bodies change, our brains change, our lives change - a process likened to adolescence.
Our goal this month is to raise awareness of what happens to our bodies and brains in the fourth trimester, so you know what to look out for and when to seek help and who to go to for help.
Find out more below about what you can expect to see this month!
WHAT'S ON FOR BUMPS
BUMP & CO. Social Antenatal Programme
There are lots of babies coming in January - as we have yet again sold out!
We have a few spots left for babies due in February, and March is also filling up...
Book your spot now to:
🟡 learn everything about birth, baby and beyond
🔵 make friends with parents with similar due dates
🟠 meet experts to help you on your journey
🗓️ 6 x sessions
⏰ 7-9pm weekday evenings
📍 HK Island
🏷️ $2400 per couple
Find all other due date programmes here
PELVIC FLOOR CHALLENGE
Joint Dynamics Evolve Women's Health Physiotherapists, Anna & Emily, kick off week one of post-natal recovery month with a Pelvic Floor challenge starting on 4th November. Join our SOCIAL BUMPS whatsapp group and follow @bump.and.co and @jointdynamicsevolve to join the challenge and get a free week-by-week programme for your pelvic floor exercises. Plus, do your squeeze everyday and be in for a chance to win a great prize!!
RECOVERING AFTER BIRTH INSTAGRAM LIVE
Anna from Joint Dynamics Evolve and I take a deeper dive into "Recovering from Birth" on an Instagram Live. We will cover the most common physical issues that women encounter after both vaginal and caesarean births.
Join us on @bump.and.co instagram on Thursday 7th November at 8pm.
RECOVERING AFTER BIRTH INSTAGRAM LIVE
Your chance to ask ALL the questions!! Emily and Anna will join us in the SOCIAL BUMPS whatsapp group on Friday 8th November to answer any questions you might have about anything women's health physiotherapy! From pelvic floor, prolapses, perineal massage, postnatal poos - basically anything that begins with the letter "P" - they will be ready to answer your questions!
Join us in the SOCIAL BUMPS whatsapp group.
It's back! Now that the weather has cooled down (slightly), we invite any BUMPS (and BUMP dads) or new parents to come join us for a gentle walk along Central waterfront from Pier 9 to the Exhibition Centre and back again to treat ourselves with a coffee and a cake.
📅 Saturday 30th November
⏰ 10.00-11.30am
📍Meet at Pier 9
Sign up here!
INFANT FIRST AID COURSE
As your little one grows and develops, upskill yourself in family first aid to gain skills and confidence for dealing with everyday injuries, illnesses and emergency situations.
This short course will teach parents basic first for children from newborn to 18 years old, with practical hands-on training.
Topics include: Basic first aid, Recovery position, CPR, Choking, Burns, Illness management, Home safety
Private classes and home visits can also be arranged, please get in contact.
📅 Wednesday 20th November
⏰ 18:00-21:00
📍Parent Infant Program, 14C, Casey Building, 38 Lok Ku Road, Sheung Wan
PREGNANCY SERVICES
Pause Studio offers Hong Kong-based holistic pregnancy services where all mums are respected, and natural birth is supported. Our services range from pre to postnatal and includes preparation for the fourth trimester (the first 3 months after a mother has given birth and a baby has been born).
Our team consists of dedicated, experienced and supportive experts in their field. Our aim is to help mothers safely strengthen their physical bodies during pregnancy and after birth, to prepare mothers for birth and the fourth trimester, to assist with birth (doula services), to reduce the baby-blues (postpartum depression) and to give guidance on lactation and baby’s progress with professional expertise.
WHAT'S ON FOR BABIES
BABY CAFÉ
Book your spot now to come and meet some other parents, grab a coffee and let your
babies make their first little friends. Open to anyone with a baby (all ages welcome!)
This week will be joined by Heather MacGillivray of HKM Fitness Coaching! Heather will be sharing all about The Five Pillars of Post-Partum Health
The five pillars of postpartum health are the 5 components for new mothers to maintain overall well-being during the transition into motherhood.
Heather will cover topics such as exercise, steps (movement), nutrition, sleep and water - and will address the physical recovery of focusing on healing from childbirth, including pelvic floor health.
She will also shed some light on the importance of your overall well-being and how social support can aid a healthy transition into motherhood. Together, these pillars promote a holistic approach to postpartum health, ensuring that mothers have the support they need for both their physical and emotional well-being.
Book your spot now!
📅 Friday, 15th November
⏰ 14:00-16:00
📍Fini's, Central @bump.and.co @hkm.fitnesscoaching
POST-NATAL YOGA 💜🧘♀️
Calling all Postpartum mums If you are looking for some time to reconnect with yourself, you are welcome to join my postnatal yoga class where we will be moving and focusing on breathwork, restoring and regaining your physical and mental energy.
This Postnatal Yoga Class is especially designed for mums. You are encouraged to come alone to get yourself some me-time to reset your mind. However, if you are logistically challenged to leave your baby alone at home, you are welcome to bring your baby along. I can help and support you too
Join me:
🗓️ This November, Every Monday
⏰ 9.15am-10.15am
📍 11th floor, Ming Fat Building, 72-74 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong.
MEET WENDY FROM URBAN MOTION
Urban Motion is welcoming new Physiotherapist, Wendy Shum, a British-trained physiotherapist with nearly two decades of experience, to the hands-on team!
Wendy has a unique focus on pelvic health and has been trained extensively in both Women's and Men's Health physiotherapy, including internal assessments. She offers a holistic approach, assessing the whole body to find and treat the root causes of your concerns. Whether you're a pre natal/postpartum mom or an elite athlete, Wendy creates personalized rehabilitation programs that empower you to regain strength and function at all stages of life.
As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Wendy also supports breastfeeding mothers, guiding them through challenges like latch issues and nipple pain. She truly understands the physical and emotional journey of motherhood. Discover a path to wellness with Wendy—your partner in health at Urban Motion
Contact us here!
MINI SWOP FEST ♻️
We’re excited to invite you to Mini Swop Fest on 24th November from 9 am to 4 pm at Soho House! Bring your kids' outgrown clothes, shoes, and hats (sizes 0-12) to swap, and enjoy a fun day for the whole family with a jumping castle, face painting, free dance parties with Ballroom Bees, and games with Rugby Tots. Plus, your participation helps support the refugee community! If you’re interested, grab your tickets now, as spots for activities are limited. We can’t wait to see you there! 📅 Sunday, 24th November
⏰ 09:00-16:00
📍Soho House @takeoutplastic_hk
THE FOUR MONTH BABY
Midwife Live Talk“ is a regular Zoom call brought to you by Karin Siegler (German and Hong Kong registered midwife) and Anna King (moderator and mother of two)! An international supportive WhatsApp group and interactive (free of charge!) Zoom calls targeted at parents and parents to be, just like you! A place to have real conversations with experts in the field and authentic people.
The next Zoom call will be on the topic My 4 Month Old Baby. Your chance to chat with Karin about this sometimes confusing and challenging time. You can ask your questions about milestones, feeding, sleeping regression, back to work and playing with baby.
📅 Thursday, 7th November
⏰ 20.30
📍Zoom
WHAT'S BEEN BUMPIN'?
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! 🎃
Babies Rian, Ruhaan and Thor are definitely the most adorable halloweeners on the block but these bump pumpkins are also pretty cute!! Hope everyone had a great halloween!
HONG KONG BIRTH STORIES
We held our Giving Birth in a HK Hospital session for our December bumps. Such a great way to hear about the birth process in a real life setting. And we love it when our ex-bumps come back to tell their birth stories - here is Nieco, dad to Mia who came to share his birth experiences with the dads-to-be.
BABY CAFE - WAN CHAI
Osteopath, Emma Le Roux from Central and Stanley Wellness joined our Wan Chai Baby Café to share how osteopathy can benefit infants struggling with colic, reflux and developmental delays. It was great to have her answer individual questions as well!
This little one is feeling super relaxed after listening to what Emma has to say!
BABY DATES!
Great to see you guys with babies connecting and getting out the house. Having a baby can be rather lonely and isolating at times, so if you find yourself feeling on your own then come and join us!! Meetups are organised by neighbourhood in our SOCIAL BABIES whatsapp group.
BUMP MEET-UPS!
What a lovely bunch of bumps that came along to our BUMP coffee meet up! Was great to meet some new bumps and see some familiar bumps from our antenatal programme!
BUMP&CO. 'MADE IN HONG KONG' BESTIES 💞
Congratulations to everyone who welcomed their long awaited arrivals in October. A couple more of Hong Kong's next top models in their "Made in Hong Kong" onesies!
💜 Congratulations Alisha and Scott on the arrival of Layla! She's gorgeous!
💜 Congratulations Federica and Nico! Welcome to the world Ennio!
BUMP + BABY SOCIALS
Join the BUMP & CO. social channels to find expectant and new parents in your local area. We 💛 bringing people together, and these groups will always be the first place to find out about meet-ups, events and all things bump and baby across Hong Kong!
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