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Birth stories: International arrivals!
By Becky Seery on 16/01/2008 11:39:24
Ever wondered how maternity services in other countries compare with what happens in the UK? The final part in our latest series of birth stories.
born at private international hospitals. A lot of the maternity care is similar to the UK, but there can be some interesting cultural differences! The female doctor I saw during my second pregnancy, for example, told me I had gained too much weight
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Micralite Fastfold Buggy reviewed
By Cara Sharratt-Frost on 20/12/2005 13:08:19
A lightweight, easy-folding buggy for parents with their hands full
on the market, have meant that ithas gained a popular following over the past year or so.In action: The big selling point of this buggy is its one-handed foldaway system,which means that in theory you can pull it shut and pack it in the bootof the car whilst
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No period but a negative pregnancy test?
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/01/2010 10:30:02
Even regular women can have missed or late periods. What are the causes and when should you seek treatment?
they have this condition, which is caused by hormone imbalances (and possibly linked to insulin levels).Symptoms can include increased body hair or some baldness, weight gain especially around your middle, acne, pain in the area of your ovaries, and heavy
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What is PCOS?
By Laura Lee Davies on 30/06/2009 12:43:25
PCOS is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. What are the symptoms, how might it affect conception, and what can be done about it?
find it hard to lose weight - most women can do something about.Does PCOS mean I can never conceive?Not neccessarily.Whilst problems with ovulation, weight gain and other factors might mean that conception is not so easy, and some medical treatments (in
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Fetal development: Week 26
By ThinkBaby on 27/05/2005 12:05:53
Look at me!
25-week fetus - Image courtesy of BabybondWant to see a bigger pic?Your baby is gaining weight fast and now weighs in at around 750g, around 1.6lbs, measuring around 35 centimetres. Spinal growth and strengthening is continuing this week. His lungs
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Writing your birth plan
By Maria Muennich on 01/05/2005 07:47:14
When to write it and what to include
learn more about labour and birth at your antenatal classes or from reading up on the topic. Talk through draft versions of your plan with your birthing partner to make sure they know how you’d like them to be involved and gain a good understanding
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Your child's 'five a day'
By Laura Lee Davies on 18/04/2007 02:12:22
It's not always easy to get your child to eat five pieces or fruit and veg everyday
involved, and gain a sense of the wonder of how fruit and veg grow. Even if you just grow a plate of cress in your kitchen!9 Make fruit and veg shopping fun at the supermarket. Try to turn shopping into a fun activity - letting your little one pick
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Bringing up Baby: new parenting series on C4
By Maria Muennich on 20/09/2007 14:42:38
What do Truby King, Dr. Spock and Jean Leidloff have in common? Not much other than that they all believed they knew the best way to bring up a baby - Channel 4's new series puts them all to the test
to sleep in the same room as their parents, they should have boundaries set for them, but they should be treated as individuals and shown love, affection and be comforted when they cried.The Continuum Concept, meanwhile, has gained popularity in the last
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Buyer's Guide to Pregnancy Footwear
By Laura Lee Davies on 31/10/2007 01:43:58
Though a great pair of red high heels might be your treasured possession, pregnancy is probably the time to give them a rest!
gain of pregnancy and the change in your body's centre of gravity can affect the pressure on your feet (as well as your back and knees). It can cause your feet to become flatter which makes your feet ache and can put strain on your calf muscles. Swollen
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Books for Toddlers
By Lee-Ann Archer on 07/12/2009 02:05:29
Two great Orchard books for getting troublesome toddlers settled for sleep!
readers vocabularies with the exception of a ‘Mandrill’. I’m not sure most adults know what one is let alone a young reader, but with the help of the vivid picture the reader gains a generous clue and this will no doubt intrigue the inquisitive young mind
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