Clinical Pilates in Charneca de Caparica: What it is, for whom it makes sense and what the scientific evidence says
Clinical Pilates has been a frequently recommended care in clinical practice for various health conditions, but it continues to be confused with traditional Pilates by many of the people who seek it. Let us clarify the differences between Clinical Pilates and traditional Pilates Traditional Pilates is a form of physical exercise that contributes to the […]
Silver nursing cups: what the available evidence says
Silver nursing cups: what the available evidence says Before going on to explain what they are for and what the mechanism of action of silver discs is, it is important to clarify that there is only one pilot study developed on this topic, with the use of a specific brand, in which improvement was reported […]
Uncomplicated Breastfeeding: An Essential Guide with Clinical Solutions for First-Time Mothers
Breastfeeding Latch: Comfort, Milk Transfer, and Signs to Watch For For first-time mothers, breastfeeding can seem like a real maze of information. One of the central aspects for a positive experience is the correct grip. Improper latching is one of the main causes of pain, nipple cracks and difficulties in the baby’s weight gain. During breastfeeding, the […]
MaterClinic Services: From Pregnancy Preparation to Postpartum Follow-up and General Wellbeing
MaterClinic accompanies the family from pregnancy planning to postpartum, offering a set of specialized services geared towards health, well-being and informed decision-making throughout the entire life course. Preparation and training Preparation Course for Childbirth and Postpartum An essential course to demystify the process of childbirth and postpartum, preparing the couple for the natural changes that […]
Essential Breast Care in Breastfeeding: Prevention and Treatment of Fissures and Mastitis
Prevention Starts with the Right Grip Breast care during breastfeeding is essential to prevent painful complications such as nipple cracks and mastitis. The first, and most important, step is to ensure a proper grip of the baby. When the baby latches onto the areola correctly, the pressure exerted during feeding is distributed more evenly, protecting the nipple. Conversely, […]
Materclinic: Meet Our Team of Maternal Health Specialists and Our Commitment to the Family
The Vision of Our Founder: Cláudia Agostinho MaterClinic was born in 2019, in Charneca da Caparica, from the vision of the Specialist Nurse in Maternal and Obstetric Health, Cláudia Agostinho, who believed that it was possible to care differently: with time, individualized attention and a genuine presence, where each person is welcomed as they are […]
MaterClinic: Pelvic Physical Therapy and Clinical Pilates in Charneca da Caparica
The Importance of Specialized Pelvic Rehabilitation MaterClinic offers Pelvic Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates services in Charneca da Caparica. This often overlooked area is crucial for health and quality of life, especially for women. Pelvic floor dysfunctions, such as urinary incontinence, chronic pelvic pain, or prolapses, are common but not normal. Our team of physiotherapists, including Catarina Castro and […]