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Bottle-fed babies may feed more than breastfed
By Kimberley Smith on 11/05/2010 14:04:53
The bottle vs breast debate continues as study suggests breastfeeding leads to lower likelihood of childhood obesity
A study of 1250 infants over their first year has found those who were bottle fed during their first six months showed less appetite “self-regulation” later in infancy than those who breastfed.Regardless of whether the milk in the bottle was formula
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Breastfed babies cry… more?
By Kimberley Smith on 11/01/2012 15:53:33
New research claims breastfed babies are more likely to be cranky and take longer to settle than their formula fed counterparts
touted as a cure-all for babies but it’s important for mums to remember that hunger isn’t the only reason babies cry.The researchers also added that formula fed babies may cry less because, just like for adults, eating is a comfort. "Bottle-fed babies may
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Miracle survival of baby doctors declared dead
By Kimberley Smith on 27/08/2010 16:10:49
Aussie mum speaks out about skin-on-skin contact after cuddling helped bring her baby son back to life
“reflex” but after mum Kate fed him a drop of breast milk on her finger, he begin to breathe more regularly.“A short time later,” she said, “he opened his eyes. It was a miracle. Then he held out his hand and grabbed my finger.”Kate and David have talked
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New clue why mums-to-be suffer bloating
By Kimberley Smith on 05/01/2011 14:04:05
Uncomfortable side effects of pregnancy may be explained by evolution, finds new research
time of high nutritional demand by maximising nutrient absorption.”More research is needed but if you’re feeling uncomfortable, at least you know your body’s just making sure your baby’s well fed! Get some tips on easing bloating and constipation.
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Babies really do grow while they sleep
By Kimberley Smith on 03/05/2011 14:34:40
Extra naps and hour of sleeping increase growth spurts
parents involved in the study kept daily sleep logs for their babies, detailing when they slept and how long for. They were also asked to record if they fed their babies breastmilk or formula and to keep notes of illnesses suffered.These logs were kept
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Parents-to-be Chantelle and Alex reveal their plans for birth and beyond
By Kimberley Smith on 06/03/2012 12:56:48
Pregnant Chantelle Houghton discusses alcohol, breastfeeding and her nanny plans
there who hold down full-time jobs, so why should I need a nanny? Everyone needs a babysitter now and again, but you don’t need anyone full-time.”Read more...Chantelle reveals how she's finding pregnant sexAlex Reid has superman spermStacey Soloman is fed up
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Are babies “stressed” by “cruel” forward-facing baby carriers and prams?
By Kimberley Smith on 23/08/2011 14:43:44
Australian professor gives mums one more thing to worry about with dramatic claims that forward facing babies will need therapy then they’re older
are more likely to worry frazzled parents.We tend to agree with Robin, if your baby is loved and fed, it doesn’t matter which way she sits in her buggy or carrier. What do you think?If you've got something baby and mummy-related you'd like to get off your
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