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Special diet may prevent pre-eclampsia
By Lara Brunt on 20/05/2011 18:22:18
Taking dietary supplements could reduce the risk of pregnant women developing the condition, research suggests
Dietary supplements taken in pregnancy could prevent thousands of women from developing pre-eclampsia, according to a new study. The condition affects up to 10% of all first-time pregnancies and can be dangerous for both mum and baby. The exact
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The smart way to look after you and your baby
By Jointace on 05/02/2007 11:42:17
The benefits of Omega 3 for foetal brain and eye development have been extensively researched in the last few years.
Omega 3 – The smart way to look after you and your babyThe benefits of Omega 3 for foetal brain and eye development have been extensively researched in the last few years. The long chain fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic
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New test for oxygen levels during labour
By Laura Lee Davies on 15/02/2006 01:17:50
A new sensor is being developed to help doctors and midwives assess fetal oxygen levels during labour.
.The 'on the spot' test would be far quicker than current tests which rely on returning laboratory results as swiftly as possible, but it is still in development and will not be tested on humans for at least two more years.For more information on the sensor
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Clothes for premature and low birth weight babies
By Sarah Lawson on 18/10/2006 02:37:00
The clothes range mini mode have developed a thoughtful, special collection for babies under 7.5lb.
sizes, but these garments and accessories have been developed purely for babies under 7.5lb. They protect their skin and are aimed at keeping their small bodies warm.mini mode did extensive research work with neonatal units to address the particular
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Air Buggy Mimi for 2008
By Sarah Lawson on 02/01/2008 01:10:52
A light three-wheeler with lots of style and some cool new developments for 2008.
and tyre pump as well as a drink holder and wrist strap.The Air Buggy Mimi comes in eight colours to go with its silver or black frame.New for 2008The range will also include a champagne-coloured frame for this year, and other developments will see features
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Unborn babies threatened by passive smoking
By Kimberley Smith on 02/07/2010 14:22:01
Passive smoking found to be almost as damaging to developing babies as mum-to-be smoking
smoke-induced mutation that changes normal cells to cancerous cells, putting the babies at risk of developing cancers such as leukaemia and lymphoma later in life.“Pregnant women should not only stop smoking but be aware of their exposure to tobacco
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Baby born at 23 weeks survives
By Matt Fricker on 21/07/2010 13:45:59
Youngest premature baby is “developing well” in hospital with twin brother born 10 days later
caesarean section 10 days later. The twins weighed a combined total of 2lb 6oz (Amelia Hope was 1lb 2oz and Arthur 1lb 4oz) - about the weight of a bag of sugar although have since put on weight since their births and are said to be developing well
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Omega-3 in pregnancy could prevent postnatal depression
By Lorna Bremner on 13/04/2011 12:57:59
A pregnancy diet rich in oily fish could reduce your risk of developing postnatal depression
Eating oily fish during pregnancy could help to prevent new mums developing post-natal depression (PND), according to new research. The omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in oily fish such as salmon and mackerel, have been linked to lower levels
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The first tummy bugs
By ThinkBaby on 19/04/2009 02:04:59
As your baby begins to develop her immune system a tummy bug or two is quite common
all your baby's toys nor try to maintain a completely sterile environment for your baby, she's naturally developing her immune system to protect her from nasty bugs and exposure to a few germs helps in that development.
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Midwives given robot to practice births
By Laura Lee Davies on 20/07/2006 10:52:19
A Sheffield university has developed a 'robot' mother to help train midwives for different birth experiences.
If it was April 1st we wouldn't have taken this news seriously for a minute! But - Sheffield's Hallam University have invested in a 'robot' to simulate various different birth experiences to better train student midwives before they get real-life clinical experience.The robot mot...
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