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New Dad: Getting to grips with the new realities
By Thinkbaby on 30/01/2008 01:30:22
The bond between your partner and new baby may be strong, but that shouldn't leave any less chance for you to take up the parenting baton
with as many aspects of childcare as you can, not just changing nappies, but bathing, feeding (if you're using bottles and if not then as soon as you start to wean your baby onto solids from six months), putting down to sleep and reading bedtime stories. If you're
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Meet your new baby
By Jenny Stallard on 30/08/2011 15:05:11
The wait is over and you’ve got a new little house guest. What happens now?
OMG, here it is. It’s time to meet your new baby after all that buildup.The type of birth you’ve had will determine how you have your first contact with your little one. If you’ve had a straightforward vaginal birth, your baby will probably
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Baby development: Your eighteen-month-old
By ThinkBaby on 07/09/2007 07:47:03
Half-way to two! Achievement mounts on achievement as we look at the no word, and how to avoid it
. For example, why not try letting her (under your supervision) wash her own hands, sweep up the floor or help you make biscuits - she's old enough to be able to help stir, roll and cut out the mixture as long as you don't mind creating a mess.NB: All babies
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The baby blues
By ThinkBaby on 15/08/2005 12:37:44
Feeling exhausted, moody and weepy isn't unusual for new mums, here's why it happens and tips on how to cope
feeling so sad and weepy? If this sounds like your post-birth emotional state then take some comfort from the fact that you're in the majority. It's very common for mothers to feel low or down in their first couple of weeks as a mother and while it might
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Sex after having a baby
By Maria Muennich on 03/07/2007 04:24:12
What's safe, what's comfortable, what's new and what's 'normal'?
are you focusing what little energy you have on your new baby, but frankly, down below usually needs a bit of a holiday after the birthing experience. If you're breastfeeding it's also likely to lower your libido, both hormonally and because your breasts
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New mum - signs of Post Natal Depression
By Maria Muennich on 29/08/2007 01:12:08
Conservative estimates say that one in seven women is affected by Post Natal Depression to some degree - here's what to watch our for
of several minutes you feel that something really terrible is about to happen. Feelings of inadequacy - When you're feeling blue, or a bit down, you may feel you're not doing a good enough job as a parent. A depressed mum, meanwhile, may feel completely
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Tips for saving money with a new baby
By Maria Muennich on 24/09/2009 00:02:10
A new baby can be a huge expense, but it needn't necessarily be so...
for your new circumstances in any case. Websites like moneysupermarket.com, moneysavingexpert.com and uswitch can help you scout out what the alternatives are. If you have chance to do this before baby arrives it will make life a lot easier. Cut down
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New Dad - info and support for the early weeks
By Maria Muennich on 09/05/2009 01:51:05
Finding your feet as a father can take a little while, so here are a few ideas for managing the early weeks
be looking forward to things 'getting back to normal' after your baby's birth. But if you're expecting things to settle back down after a week or so then think again. Not only will your partner need a good six weeks to physically recover from birth
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Baby swimming – your essential guide
By Kimberley Smith on 20/04/2011 17:50:47
Everything you should know about swimming with your baby
Why take my baby swimming?Taking your newborn for his first swim is a magical experience for both of you. Swimming is one of the best activities your baby can do and it’s amazing that, before the age of three, you can teach him one of life’s core
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How to lose post-baby weight - by walking
By Maria Muennich on 12/01/2010 12:54:57
You don't need a fancy exercise plan to start shifting the post-baby pounds, simply getting out for good long walks will do both you and baby good
.Take the stairs - Obviously parents laden down with a baby and shopping are going to call the lift, but if you're not carrying too much then why not walk up the stairs, rather than taking the lift? Meet friends for walks - Rather than meeting at home or in a
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