PMA: At 37, Magali went to Spain to have a baby on her own.

Magali had always wanted children, but hadn't found the right person with whom to share this adventure. Unwilling to give up on her desire for motherhood, she embarked on a course of medically assisted procreation (MAP) in Madrid at the age of 37. Thanks to a double donation of oocytes and sperm, she is now the happy Read more

Autism: trusting yourself in the face of diagnostic doubts.

It's often said that it takes a village to raise a child, that you have to be receptive to advice, but you also have to trust yourself. It's a difficult balance to strike, especially when it comes to our children's health. My third child is autistic. It took 8 years to get a diagnosis Read more

MotherStory of Kristina: entrepreneur and young mother of Nina, 3 months.

3 years ago, Kristina, founder of TotUp private daycare centers in French-speaking Switzerland, answered our questions about her career as a woman entrepreneur and her many challenges. We asked her how she saw herself in 10 years' time, and her answer was: "I'd like to be a mother myself, while continuing to develop the Read more

Annabel's BirthStory at GHOL's new maternity ward in Nyon

Annabel is a bubbly 26-year-old mom who gave birth to little Mia just over a year ago at the GHOL maternity hospital in Nyon. Her state of mind and positivity enabled her to approach her birth with serenity. "Women have been giving birth since the dawn of time Read more

How do you organize your return to work?

When you're on vacation, you don't really want to think about getting back to work, and I don't blame you. That said, it's the perfect time to talk about planning for the coming year, because we're more relaxed and have taken a step back from our daily lives. Whether you're preparing Read more

How to prepare for back-to-school

Entering the school system means becoming a self-reliant, sociable and self-reliant being. It's a normal stage in a child's development, but no less challenging for parents. Yes, baby is growing up! To help you prepare for this big day and make sure you don't forget anything, we've put together a few tips Read more

How to put an end to nocturnal enuresis?

Having addressed the subject of potty training in our previous article, we were keen to delve deeper into the subject of nocturnal enuresis. Indeed, after the age of 4-5, we no longer talk about toilet training, as it's considered that children should have acquired it by the time they start school for the first time. If this Read more

When and how should we talk to our children about potty training?

Baby is growing up. He's now 18 months, 2 years or 3 years old. He's walking, eating (almost) on his own, playing and becoming increasingly independent, but what about potty training and the introduction to the potty? This is a key stage in a child's development, and Read more

How can we involve children in the running of the house?

Children mean a lot of love, but also a lot of work at home. Everything gets dirty quicker, the cheni piles up, the laundry goes on and on with no end in sight. If we don't want to end up on our kneecaps every day, the little ones have to contribute. Beyond that, we Read more

Education: should you punish or reward?

Yes, we know, we should avoid threats and punishments. That's what all childcare professionals and parenting coaches rightly advocate. And yet, when you're pushed to the limit with your children (which happens quite regularly, let's face it), you're more likely to Read more

Sonia, 33: a 13-year-old teenager, a 6-month-old baby, 3 jobs and 1 patent pending.

In honor of Mother's Day, we're pleased to present the story of a Mother & Woman wonder! Sonia became pregnant at the age of 19 and decided to keep her daughter. Her life was turned upside down overnight, but she doesn't regret her choice, despite the sacrifices she made. Read more

How do you deal with disputes between brothers and sisters?

Arguments. The pebble in every parent's shoe. We always want our children to get along well, to be accomplices, and we can get frustrated when things don't go as planned. And the shouting! If only it would stop. What do you do when your youngest child is always shouting at you ?

Family Story: at 3 months old, our baby was in intensive care for several weeks with bronchiolitis.

When Corinne and Hassan explained what had happened to their youngest daughter, it was obvious to us that we would share their story in the hope that it would be read by as many people as possible. At 3 months old, Layssa was rushed to hospital with severe bronchiolitis. She recovered after 10 days Read more

When and how can you regain intimacy as a couple after the arrival of a baby?

Becoming parents is a real physical and emotional upheaval for you and your partner, and the question of sex is one of them. When and how can you regain intimacy as a couple after the arrival of a baby? Why don't I feel any desire anymore? Will it come back? These are just some of the questions that couples often ask themselves Read more

How do you welcome a new child into the family?

You're expecting a baby in a month's time. You're lucky enough to be the mother of 2 children who are becoming more independent and are even starting to play well together, giving you a few moments of respite. And now you're wondering why you've decided to risk the balance you've Read more

PMA & Egg donation: going to Spain to have a baby.

Many single women and couples travel abroad to have a baby, particularly to Spain, which has been a pioneer in fertility treatment since 1988 and offers the most advanced techniques in MAP. We met the team at the TAMBRE fertility clinic in Madrid, who helped us to Read more

Laurence & Audrey: married with 2 children, soon to be 3.

Once upon a time, there were 2 women, Laurence and Audrey. One single, the other in a "classic" relationship. Love at first sight, first as friends, then as lovers. A relationship fraught with difficulties in the early years, with one woman struggling to accept herself and the other with her family. But their love, stronger Read more

Hélène: mother of 3 boys

At MotherStories, we're all about pregnancy and the first few months with baby. Today, we have the opportunity to talk about the next stage, thanks to Hélène, mom of 3 boys aged 9, 11 and 13. How do you raise a sibling with a husband who has often been away for part of the year on business ?

How to boost your immunity for winter?

With autumn well underway, it's high time to boost our immunity and adapt our nutrition for winter by stocking up on superfoods and other natural ingredients that can easily be added to any dish. Garlic, for example, is one of nature's most powerful antiseptics. Its main action is on the respiratory system and the respiratory Read more

Is the 2-year crisis (terrible two) really so terrible?

For some time now, your little baby has been chirping and proudly showing you what he can do, and he's learned a new word: "NO! At first, you thought it was cute: "That's great, he's asserting his character! Let's be honest, it's especially cute when it's Read more

How do you deal with the arrival of a new child in the family?

Children come and go, but they're never the same! When you've survived the arrival of your first child, you tell yourself that - on the strength of this experience - you're ready for the arrival of a new child that will definitively seal your status: with the first child you become a parent, with the second you become Read more

KeeKoo: Swiss diapers that are natural, healthy and eco-friendly.

KeeKoo is a young Swiss brand offering natural, healthy, eco-friendly and ultra-soft diapers for our babies' sensitive little bottoms. And best of all, they're delivered directly (and free of charge) to the home or address of your choice! What is Keekoo and how did the project come about? KeeKoo is the Read more

Solo mom with two children and entrepreneur.

My story as a mom began in August 2016. My husband and I felt ready to start a family - yippee, let's go for it! Life didn't give us time to wait, and by September I was already pregnant (...) Read more

Why and how to create a birth plan?

A birth plan is an effective way of taking an active part in preparing for childbirth. Among other things, it allows you to inform yourself and make your own choices. It's all very well to have well-defined ideas, but it's important to be flexible. Don't forget to Read more