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Review: Organic Hemp Seed Oil Sun Block
By Laura Lee Davies on 30/05/2006 09:00:00
Yaoh's SPF30 sun block is natural and effective.
kids grow up! And it's even more important to protect a small child's skin as they are covered by a thinner skin than you are.For babies under six months, it is recommended that they stay out of the sun altogether, but you can apply sun block if your
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Treating blocked fallopian tubes
By ThinkBaby on 10/10/2007 01:30:07
Infections and other gynaelogical conditions can affect your fallopian tubes, but how does this affect conception?
on to the uterus where it is implanted for growth as a fetus. These tubes are thin and long. They can be affected by infection or an ongoing condition, making the passage blocked. Blocked fallopian tubes are the cause of a large number of instances of infertility
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Use of spinal blocks for pain relief in labour
By Maria Muennich on 03/02/2006 15:55:16
The key points to be aware of
What is a spinal block and how does it work?A spinal block is very similar to an epidural but is faster to administer and cannot be 'topped up'. A local anaesthetic-analgesic mix is injected directly into the cerebrospinal fluid in the small of your
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Beat pregnancy snuffles
By Laura Lee Davies on 22/10/2008 01:20:04
A snuffly, blocked nose can plague you through pregnancy – try these natural ways to ease the problem.
If you’re between 16 and 20 weeks pregnant and you’ve just started to feel like you’re constantly snuffling or have a dry nose, don’t worry, you’re not coming down with a cold – it’s part of pregnancy!The increase in the flow of blood to all parts of your body will affect the mu...
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Maternity fashion trends for spring/ summer 2011
By Kyrsty Hazell on 06/04/2011 17:43:16
Nautical, vintage, tropical, oriental and block colour - dress your baby bump in these stunning new looks
Club Tropicana Spruce up your maternity wardrobe with vibrant brights and funky fruit detailing.From left:Peacock dress, £48, Simply Be maternity.Banana earrings, £18, Punky Allsorts.Blue sandals, £14.99, H&M Online. Pineapple necklace, £45, Tatty Devine.
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Sneak preview! New Graco travel system
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 23/12/2010 12:07:26
Meet the Graco Fusio - the newest pram, reversible buggy and travel system on the block.
Graco will be releasing a brand new travel system compatible buggy in early 2011, called the Fusio. While the Fusio’s ability to be a pram, pushchair or travel system makes it versatile, it’s the quick-change reversible seat – which means you can have your baby parent or forward ...
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Cholesterol levels in pregnancy and feeding
By ThinkBaby on 03/04/2006 12:17:57
Why your cholesterol levels are naturally higher in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and why you should steer clear of cholesterol-blocking food products
lower LDL levels than formula fed babies, and consequently a lower risk of heart disease.Because of the role of cholesterol in healthy development and vitamin D absorption, cholesterol-blocking products aren't recommended for pregnant or breasfeeding
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Cholesterol and pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/08/2009 01:07:50
Cholesterol plays a vital role in pregnancy, and even those with ongoing raised cholesterol levels should be careful how they control their problem
is essential for healthy fetal development. In fact, some studies have shown a link between low levels of maternal cholesterol in early pregnancy with serious malformation of the fetus' brain, limbs and central nervous system. Avoiding cholesterol-blocking
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What is mastitis?
By Laura Lee Davies on 03/09/2008 01:45:46
Flu-like symptoms, a temperature and sore boobs? If you're breastfeeding, it could be mastitis.
and blocked milk ducts can trigger this problem.However, the infection is usually caused by bacteria from your baby's mouth being passed via a crack in the nipple during feeding. To your baby, the bacteria is harmless but it is enough to set off a problem
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Caesarian sections: the how and whys
By ThinkBaby on 12/02/2010 11:16:13
When a c-section might be necessary or recommended and what's involved
an epidural anaesthesia or a spinal block. Both of these involve the administering of anaesthetic to the spine via a very thin, curved needle and, in the case of the epidural, a catheter. Both allow you to be awake for the duration of the c-section so
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