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First baby costs £4000 says new survey
By Kimberley Smith on 27/04/2010 18:04:43
First time parents faced with a huge bill to afford a baby
£4000 is the average cost of a baby to first time parents, says a new survey of 2,891 parents in the UK by Philip’s AVENT.With the excitement of a new baby on the way, many parents find they are spending hundreds of pounds before they’re even
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Iron in the first trimester leads to bigger babies
By Kimberley Smith on 04/03/2011 15:30:28
Pregnant women who get more iron in their diet during the first trimester have heavier babies, finds new research
Having a high-iron diet in the first trimester of pregnancy has been linked to an increase in the birth weight of babies, according to a new study. However, getting less than the recommended levels of iron doesn’t lead to underweight babies
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Your newborn baby's first checks - what they mean
By on 14/10/2010 14:27:41
The first few days after you've given birth, you'll see your baby being tested for all sorts of different things. Check out our guide to what test you can expect and when they'll happen
Routine tests and checks for your newbornYou've given birth and your newborn is finally in your arms. However, immediately after birth, you'll notice that your baby will be whisked aside to undergo routine checks. Don't worry, this is completely
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Newborn baby: The first month
By ThinkBaby on 09/10/2009 01:03:35
What to expect for your baby's first four weeks
becoming the Most Beautiful Baby in the World, it might not look like your baby can do much at all in the first few days - not least because he spends most of his time sleeping - but he can in fact already do several very important things:He’ll be able
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Baby's first birthday party
By Maria Muennich on 10/05/2007 06:46:19
Making the most of the joys and avoiding the pitfalls for your baby's first birthday
Your child's first birthday is a special day marking not only your baby's transition from baby to toddlerhood, but also the fact that you're now an experienced parent. It's a just cause for celebration but bear in mind that while your baby
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Baby's first toys
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/12/2007 03:28:26
Your baby's first playthings are meant to amuse and delight, but some can help stimulate more than just giggles.
beyond her ability.First sensesThe earliest toys your child will enjoy are those which contrast shapes and colours. Black and white patterns offer a bold contrast that is appealing to your baby's developing eyesite and many two-tone mobiles work well
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Baby's First Year calendar
By Sarah Lawson on 24/01/2007 02:49:11
Designed like a calendar, this first year reminder chart sits on your kitchen wall and helps you makr the milestones from birth to your baby's first birthday.
There are lots of beautiful baby books and boxes around for you to inscribe with the dates of 'the first tooth', 'the first proper meal', 'the first smile', but most of the time, the keepsakes you have of your baby's first year, and the gift box
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Baby's first words
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/10/2009 00:01:09
Communication is a gradual process though the bond is there from Day One, but what first words can you expect and when will you hear them?
The journey of language development in your baby's first year is quite incredible. Even at birth, the eye to eye contact you can make with your child is striking. Within a few weeks, you will see the first real baby smiles, but what about baby talk?Baby
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First finger foods for babies
By Laura Lee Davies on 09/10/2006 03:15:21
When you're weaning your baby, what foods are good for snacking and helping your child begin to feed himself?
The months between your baby's very first mouthful of 'solids' (usually very runny!) and his first birthday go very fast. For some, they are still happy at 12 months to eat fruit and veg mushed up, or jars of food labelled 'suitable from four months
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Baby's first food
By Laura Lee Davies on 29/05/2009 01:43:07
When you're thinking about your child's very first weaning experiences, there are some foods that make perfect early dishes.
etc, finely chopped up. However, it is a good idea to make the very first feeds from just one fruit or vegetable so you can allow your baby to enjoy basic experiences first.AppleApple is not too strong to taste and can be mashed either raw or softened
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