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‘Caesareans by choice should be every woman’s right’
By Kimberley Smith on 27/06/2011 13:27:04
As Victoria Beckham’s pre-booked labour date approaches, the debate over elective caesareans kicks off again
The number of mums giving birth by elective caesarean in the UK has risen in the past year from 3.6% to 5.5% of all births. But despite criticism that the procedure is an easy way out for women “too posh to push”, experts are split over which method
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Early 30s popular for pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 19/05/2006 16:46:13
Statistics for 2005, suggest that one in ten women aged 30 to 34 are now having babies.
for having a baby rose slightly, to now stand at 29 and a half years.The trend towards having a child outside marriage has changed too. Ten years ago, only a third of babies were born to unmarried women. By last year, 42 per cent of babies were born
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Celebrity pregnancy round-up - who's due next?
By Kyrsty Hazell on 10/05/2011 12:12:48
With the celebrity baby boom in full swing, we look at which pregnant celebrity is due to give birth soon. Will it be Pink, Natalie Portman or Kate Hudson first? Find out here!
Pink - Update - Now given birthAfter confirming the pregnancy rumours in November 2010, singer Pink has undergone quite the transformation since becoming a mum-to-be. From rock chick to super feminine, Pink is embracing her new curves - even
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Kings of Leon front man wants his baby born to heavy metal
By Kimberley Smith on 27/02/2012 17:53:02
Rockstar admits trying to convince his supermodel wife to give birth to the dulcet tones of Queens of the Stone Age – but she’s not sold!
birth to their first child with totally unsuitable labour ward music on in the background.“We’re trying to pick the music to make the birth go smoothly,” Caleb explained in an interview with E! Online. “I said Queens of the Stone Age, but she
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Know-how: Bonding with your baby
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/01/2009 02:09:41
Whatever the nature of the birth or your experience of feeding, sleeping and living with your newborn, bonding is a valuable experience for all of you.
The moment of a birth, even if you already know what sex your child is, is a very special time. No-one needs to tell any new parent that. But don't forget, you continue to bond with your baby through childhood and into adulthood. Many
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Baby Touch Book and DVD
By Laura Lee Davies on 30/07/2008 01:38:19
Ladybird's Playtime Book and DVD is a wonderful first sensory experience for your child
and some simple lift-the-flap features. The corners are rounded and the images are bright and bold.As your baby gets older the book becomes more than a simple blaze of colour, but even from birth you can use the book as a point of sharing and conversation
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Stylish new Versa travel system released by My Child
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 10/09/2010 11:55:41
The latest buggy, car seat and carrycot combo from My Child looks the part, and can be tailored to suit your budget.
New from My Child, a brand available in the UK through Kooltrade, is the Versa Travel System. Available in Ember (red) and Monodot (black with dot interior), it certain looks the part. But it has a lot more to offer than style.One of the top
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Celebrity pregnancy and birth round up
By Sophie Westnedge on 28/10/2011 11:38:45
Billie Piper, Stacey Soloman and James Buckley… In the wonderful world of celebrity bumps and births a lot can happen in a week
It’s been a busy week for celebrity pregnancy and birth announcements!Actress Billie Piper has revealed that she’s expecting her second child with hubby Laurence Fox. The Doctor Who star and her hubby are already parents to 3-year-old Winston
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Review: Your Baby Month by Month
By Sarah Lawson on 10/07/2007 01:00:25
Dorling Kindersley's excellent new guide to the early years, from birth to 24 months
developmental milestones, stimulating your child, boxes on useful frequently asked questions, medical observations and advice on daily life as it changes for you and your babyPrice: £16.99 RRPContact:Dorling KindersleyThe conceptAs you'd expect from Dorling
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Book review: 'How Smart is Your Baby?'
By Sarah Lawson on 15/12/2006 01:11:20
A developmental reference book with advice, observations and ideas on baby growth from birth to one year.
How Smart is Your Baby? by Glenn Doman and Janet Doman Insights into getting the best out of your baby's natural abilitiesThis is quite 'American' in tone, and perhaps a bit intense in its evangelical outlook Features: In depth analysis of a child
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