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New SIDS Study
By Debra Stottor on 17/07/2008 11:18:22
Recent research asks: Could cot death be caused by bacteria?
Recent research published in The Lancet has shown a prevalence of certain types of bacteria in babies whose cause of death is unknown (commonly referred to as 'cot death'). Researchers at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London studied
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All you need to know about sterilising
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 09:51:49
It keeps your baby's feeding kit clean, and stops bacteria breeding – but what do you really need to sterilise, and when can you finally stop?
your baby developing unpleasant tummy bugs.Why do you need to sterilise?Sterilising kills bacteria that may be breeding on feeding equipment. This helps stop your baby developing illnesses such as gastroenteritis, which cause vomiting, diarrhoea
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Beat bugs in the kitchen
By Cheryl Freedman on 20/02/2011 15:15:30
Don't want your baby to get an unnecessary tummy upset? Then follow these tips for obliterating germs and bacteria in your domestic domain
can help keep germs and bacteria to a minimum.Rule 1 Reach for the soapWashing your hands regularly is important if you want to stop germs spreading - use hot soapy water, and remember to be thorough, paying attention to palms, backs of hands, between
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Probiotics link to lower risk of pre-eclampsia
By Joanna Harvey on 16/09/2011 12:39:16
Pregnant women are less likely to suffer with pre-eclampsia if they eat or drink milk or yoghurt with ‘good’ bacteria
. That should be done using probiotic capsules – containing a controlled amount of specific good bacteria – rather than food,” he said.For now, Jacobsson has advised pregnant women not to change their food habits.Probiotics are friendly bacteria added to dairy
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Pro-biotics breakthrough for premature babies
By Kimberley Smith on 29/04/2010 14:04:16
Australian study claims pro-biotics could save the lives of thousands of premature babies
Babies born more than six weeks early seem to benefit from ‘friendly bacteria’, and have their chances of survival boosted, reports News-Medical.net.Trials of over 2, 000 babies born more than six weeks premature have shown ‘friendly bacteria
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Your preconception sex health checklist
By Laura Lee Davies on 14/07/2009 01:22:32
Even if you have no obvious signs of an STD, infections can affect your long-term chances of conceiving and are worth checking out.
Whilst there is absolutely no reason to have serious concerns about your health before you start trying for a baby, there are some really very common and not always apparent sexually transmitted infections which might hamper your chances.Being aware of your own bodyChlamydia, fo...
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Listeria case in melons raises concerns
By Sophie Westnedge on 07/10/2011 14:11:53
A strange source of listeria poisoning highlights the importance of food hygiene during pregnancy
An unusual case of listeria bacteria found in cantaloupe melons in the US raises fresh concerns about listeria poisoning and highlights the importance of food hygiene standards during pregnancy.A pregnant woman in the USA suffered a miscarriage
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Avoiding processed foods in pregnancy
By Sarah Lawson on 05/03/2007 01:11:50
You might know about avoiding unpasteurised foods, but how can processed food affect your pregnancy?
, and pre-prepared side salads or meals which can harbour bacteria.However, it is important even to be aware of processed foods. These may not usually harbour the bacteria of foods which have not been kept suitably hot or cold, or which contain uncooked
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Mums should buy second-hand baby gear, declares MP
By Susie Boone on 02/08/2010 11:12:34
MP mistakenly tells parents they should go to charity shops for car seats and cots
bacteria, which can cause illness. Some studies also link bacteria in old mattresses to sudden infant death syndrome.Ms Leadsom was responding to comments made by Labour MP Mary Creagh who had criticised the quality of goods in charity shops.
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Safe eating in warmer weather
By Laura Lee Davies on 05/06/2007 01:05:12
As the days get a little warmer, being food-aware in especially important to stave off poisoning or sickness in pregnancy.
In warm weather, it is especially important to keep food that should be hot hot, and food that should be chilled cold!Bacteria and parasites can be present in some foods you might be unlucky enough to purchase before they've even reached your front
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