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Baby's first words
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/10/2009 00:01:09
Communication is a gradual process though the bond is there from Day One, but what first words can you expect and when will you hear them?
children might say 'cat' or a mutation of something like 'apple', for example, at 12 or 13 months, but don't be alarmed if your child doesn't until 16 months or later. If your child is communicating with your happily, through hugs, cries and other physical
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Baby's First Nappy
By Laura Lee Davies on 31/05/2009 01:57:04
Your first encounter with your child's nappies will probably be the scariest! But don't worry, a dark, tarry nappy is to be expected.
Knowing how to change a nappy is one of your first lessons as a new parent.I remember the look on my partner's face when he returned from changing our son's first nappy. Quite unlike that special moment he was expecting, he was horrified
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Baby's first food
By Laura Lee Davies on 29/05/2009 01:43:07
When you're thinking about your child's very first weaning experiences, there are some foods that make perfect early dishes.
in terms of one or two spoonfuls of food alongside a full milk feeding regime.Between six and 12 months, babies will make the transition from one vegetable mashed up, to combinations of fruits or veg, or even the beginnings of other meals with meat, pasta
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Review: My First Nursery Rhymes boardbook
By Laura Lee Davies on 24/03/2006 09:00:00
A lovely, colourful first book of rhymes to share with babies and toddlers.
My First Rhymes illustrated by Kate Merritt Bright, shiny boardbook to enjoy sharing early nursery rhymes, suitable from nine monthsNot much to moan about!Price: £5.99Contact:Ladybird BooksAlong with 'My First Words' and 'My First Animal
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Review: First Response Early Pregnancy Test Kit
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/09/2008 02:45:20
If you can't wait to find out if you're pregnant or not, a First Response kit can tell you up to six days before your period is due
First Response Early Pregnancy Test Kit You can use a First Response kit and get reliable results six days before your next period is dueNot much to fault! Features: You can use the test with a urine sample taken any time of the day; has a 'window
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Baby's first toys
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/12/2007 03:28:26
Your baby's first playthings are meant to amuse and delight, but some can help stimulate more than just giggles.
£12.99SafetyYou're probably aware of the need to keep toys with sharp edges or breakable parts away from your child. You're also most likely aware that many toys carry warning signs because they are unsuitable for under-3s due to being made with small
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The First Six Weeks of Pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 27/10/2008 01:15:19
Many women don't even know they are pregnant in the early weeks, but what's happening to you and your baby in this time?
. This means you will then be referred to a hospital and a midwife team for ante-natal care, and appointments can be made for you to have a dating scan (which takes place around 10 to 13 weeks). You will also be eligible for free prescriptions from now
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First finger foods for babies
By Laura Lee Davies on 09/10/2006 03:15:21
When you're weaning your baby, what foods are good for snacking and helping your child begin to feed himself?
The months between your baby's very first mouthful of 'solids' (usually very runny!) and his first birthday go very fast. For some, they are still happy at 12 months to eat fruit and veg mushed up, or jars of food labelled 'suitable from four months
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Congratulations - our first ThinkBaby baby!
By Laura Lee Davies on 18/05/2006 10:00:17
Our first in-house new baby since ThinkBaby started!
Congratulations to ThinkBaby's founding editor and regular contributor, Maria Muennich, who gave birth to a baby boy at 3.18am on Tuesday May 16.Although she's a regular on the site, for some strange reason she decided NOT to take a computer
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The First Years' new Nature Sensations toys
By Laura Lee Davies on 28/06/2006 10:10:00
From six months, the latest Nature Sensations toys offer bright, pretty stimulation that's fun for babies and toddlers.
Push Along Turtle £6.75The First Years group has a wonderful new range of early toys for small children called Nature Sensations.Encouraging touch and feel as well as visual stimulation, the theme is the natural world, with animal and insect
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