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How to lose post-baby weight - by walking
By Maria Muennich on 12/01/2010 12:54:57
You don't need a fancy exercise plan to start shifting the post-baby pounds, simply getting out for good long walks will do both you and baby good
, you can take your baby along with you and you'll burn up even more calories by pushing the pram or carrying your little one as you walk. And while it's one of the simpler forms of exercise, regular walking can bring a whole string of other health
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Focused Fitness: Tone-up the arms
By Maria Muennich on 01/11/2007 10:14:12
Banish the batwings with these simple exercises and some general weight-loss
It's one of mothering's many mysteries why nine months of pregnancy and then several months of lifting and carrying a new baby should result in the dreaded batwings. You extend your arms out and the upper arm flab hangs down. Suddenly all
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Your baby's six-week check
By Maria Muennich on 20/06/2007 01:29:18
What to expect from the six- to eight-week health check scheduled for all new babies
to be concerned - here's what you can expect the check to cover.You'll be asked to undress your baby down to her nappy so that your doctor or health visitor can conduct a physical examination and get an accurate weight for your baby - you will need to remove
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Feeling more fat than pregnant?
By Maria Muennich on 18/09/2009 01:28:16
Most pregnant women go through at least a few 'fat days' in pregnancy, so here's a few ideas for boosting your body image
and healthy - both for you and your baby: Your baby needs plenty of energy and nutrients to develop healthily, so this is no time to be under-eating. Try not to think ahead and worry about how you will lose the weight later on, and concentrate instead
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Premature babies: How they develop
By Maria Muennich on 27/11/2009 08:06:22
Corrected vs actual age, immunisations, physical growth and the long-term outlook - how are things different for premmies?
after birth can vary significantly depending on how premature the baby is, the baby's birth weight and the causes of the premature delivery, if known. In general, the earlier a baby is born, the more likely he is to face problems relating to prematurity
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30 weeks pregnant. You're three quarters of the way there
By Maria Muennich on 05/08/2008 13:20:13
The due date is looming on the horizon, so it's time to start getting yourself ready
several extra kilos, whether this means that you're simply tiring more quickly than before or are experiencing aches and pains associated with the weight. You'll also be feeling the tiring impact of increasing levels of progesterone at this time.Find out
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Recreational drug use in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 14/08/2008 15:00:28
What are the risks posed to a developing baby by drug use in pregnancy, and what should you do if you have an illicit drug habit?
, so affecting the healthy development of the fetus. Maternal cocaine use has been linked to a higher incidence of miscarriage in early pregnancy, to stillbirth in late pregnancy and to premature birth and low birth weight. Babies born to regular
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Review: BabyBjörn Carrier Original
By Maria Muennich on 20/12/2006 01:57:07
The original carrier from BabyBjörn does exactly what is says on the tin
and weight by sliding a plastic bar that lengthens the seat of the carrier and adjusting at the sides.One thing we really liked about the BabyBjörn was that, in mild weather, if you wanted to pop out when baby was already settled in the carrier, you could
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Coffee in pregnancy - new study
By Maria Muennich on 21/05/2010 02:07:59
New research results may lead to some confusion, but the essential message of moderation remains unchanged
in the second half of pregnancy has no effect on the birth weight or length of gestation of your baby. But before you throw all coffee caution to the wind, it's important to realise that the research doesn't at all undermine the current recommendations
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Focused Fitness: Running
By Maria Muennich on 13/11/2007 11:12:52
An efficient way to burn calories from fat - if you opt for the right intensity
Why running?Running is one of the best forms of exercise there is to lose weight, as you can burn calories quickly and develop muscle at the same time. It's also a relatively easy sport to get into and to fit into your day: You don't need to join a
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