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Getting through the early stages of labour
By ThinkBaby on 13/09/2010 08:58:16
Getting through your waters breaking, early contractions, labour signs and when to grab the hospital bag
Early labour - the signs and what to do The time from when you first feel your first contraction, or from when you realise your waters have broken, through to having progressed enough to need to go to hospital can seem like an age
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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
to work (probably you at this early stage, unless you're taking on the role of full-time dad) you'll face yet another period of adjustment that can put some strain on your relationship. You'll most like both be overtired, at least until your baby starts
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The three stages of labour
By ThinkBaby on 20/08/2010 02:20:39
Labour is an amazing achievement. Prepare yourself for the three stages your body goes through as you give birth
and why, even though no-one will be able to tell you exactly when. So when you start recognising the early signs of labour, you'll know what's coming next. We can break down labour into three main stages: • Effacement and dilation• Passing through
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Week by week guide to fetal development
By ThinkBaby on 22/10/2009 01:07:51
A look at what's happening inside your womb and to you over the forty weeks of pregnancy
When you become a member of ThinkBaby you are given the chance to receive weekly Fetal Development newsletters. These e-mails contain information on how your baby is growing in the womb, advice on what to expect at your current stage of pregnancy
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Aprica: REVOLUTIONISING BABY TRAVEL
By ThinkBaby on 19/04/2006 15:04:50
Using research and science to develop a technologically advanced and medically sound baby car seat.
that babies are not simply adults in miniature. Their philosophy is to allow babies to grow in natural surroundings without any constrictions which could in the early stages have serious consequences on their overall growth and development. All
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Unexpectedly pregnant? Don’t panic
By ThinkBaby on 25/09/2009 01:37:54
Follow our steps to get yourself on the right track
to face the reality of the pregnancy as soon as possible. When you’re thinking about your options, it’s a good idea to follow the pointers above to look after the pregnancy in its early stages. If you can, talk through your options with professional
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Can labour be too fast?
By ThinkBaby on 19/08/2010 03:24:50
Fast labour may be every pregnant woman's dream but can labour be too quick?
you have. However, in the early stages of your contractions, you may even be able still to busy yourself with ironing, cooking or another activity to take your mind off the aches and pains you are feeling. To imagine that 'labour' is 18 hours
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Fetal development: Week 6
By ThinkBaby on 30/05/2005 11:08:26
The limb buds appear
women glowing during pregnancy, but at this early stage you're more likely to find your skin and hair changing for the worse. Your hair might become lank and greasy and you might well find that you have more spots than you did as a teenager! Higher
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What happens if I go over my due date?
By ThinkBaby on 09/05/2009 08:09:43
Many pregnancies go overdue and it's no cause for concern, but after about 10 days your doctors will want you to consider your options
likely you may prefer to have an induction rather than risk a planned caesarian at a later stage. If you reach the end of your 41st week with no sign of your baby arriving then at the next check your doctor will probably double-check your due date
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Playgyms
By ThinkBaby on 10/07/2005 11:45:34
All-round development for baby through music, exercise and fun
and ladders that you might expect.Most playgyms offer a range of different classes and activities to suit different stages of development, with some starting from as early as four months and others continuing to classes for three-year-olds where parents
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