the force along the back of the seat and are much more effective at protecting internal organs. In Scandinavia, children are not turned forward until they have reached at least four years old and weigh more than 25kg (55lb) – and it seems to work: between

Four minutes a day for 30 days, that’s all you need to retone, reshape and reclaim your boobs and your behind. Surely that’s not too much, even for a sleep-deprived busy new mum? So say the ladies at Mama Mio. They’ve been working with fitness guru Efua Baker, a mum herself, to d...

your back supported, the Ellaroo Mei Hip Baby Carrier from Jellybean may be the solution. Ellaroo Mei Hip Baby Carrier for comfort and flexibilityThis hip babu carrier features a shoulder strap that cups the shoulder, rather than riding up toward

sickness, pre- and postnatal depression and lower back pain. Overcoming pregnancy sicknessFor nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, acupressure wristbands can offer relief. If you find that your baby is breech, it may be worth trying moxibustion (heating

’s weight is evenly distributed through the shoulders and back so it doesn’t pull anywhere and won’t lead to aching back or shoulders, while the strap that goes around the lower back has a vent so you don’t get too hot. Pulling the straps at the back

for optimum comfort. The seats on these used to lack padding, but this has now been much improved, so your baby can lie back in comfort – you’ll be able to see whether she’s asleep through the viewing window at the top. The hood gives good

position – some spas offer special massage couches with a cut-out section to accommodate your belly; others will prop you on gloriously comfortable cushions. You should not be asked to lie on your back unless you feel comfortable to do so. You may find

the food directly onto a spoon or into a bowl. If your baby prefers his food warm, just stand the pouch in hot water for a short time. If he can’t manage it all at once, just scew the cap back on and keep in the fridge for up to 24 hours. There are five

-over design and an abundance of pockets it’s easy to find whatever you’re looking for – whether it’s nappies, wipes, bottles, toys, dummy, purse, keys, mobile phone… It can be fixed to the back of any stroller in seconds with its instant Velcro attachment

, further research is needed before any real conclusions can be drawn. As such, current advice on the prevention death prevails, such as not smoking during or after pregnancy, and putting babies to sleep on their backs. For more information, go to Safe