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Baby girl breaks 150 year family tradition
By Anna Lewis on 23/03/2012 17:38:20
A family’s long running trend of bearing sons has finally been broken by the birth of a baby girl
to find out before hand this time.”Poppy’s parents, who also have a 1-year-old son, Oliver, made the monumental announcement to the rest of the family by throwing a party, which saw the couple handing out quizzical cakes.“We played a little game by making
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Toddlers who want to dress themselves
By Laura Lee Davies on 31/07/2006 11:57:46
The progress can be slow and painful, but even with trousers on heads, it can be a great toddler milestone.
want to dress themselves. Some prefer you to continue doing it for them as it is a chance to spend time with you, getting your full attention and even playing a game as eyes play peek-a-boo when they pop out from the top of vests and jumpers.If you have
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Numberjacks launch on DVD
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/04/2007 10:45:47
CBeebies' much-loved new children's show Numberjacks launches its first ever DVD.
of some of the most fun games and jokes! And stimulating your baby's development doesn't have to be hard work either.Forget text books or trying to get your baby shortlisted for Oxbridge before his first birthday - allowing him to feel different textures
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Review: Oxbridge Baby My First DVD
By Sarah Lawson on 13/06/2006 00:06:54
A developmental DVD to entertain and stimulate the minds of babies and toddlers, and be fun at the same time.
Oxbridge Baby: My First DVD Gentle stimulation to entertain and help your child begin to developNot much to fault unless your toddler’s already onto video games and brash TV cartoons! Features: 40-minutes of little ‘sketches’, an on
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Music classes for tots
By ThinkBaby on 13/04/2005 14:42:57
Rhythm is a toddler - well we wish
musical phrasing and rhythm through various playful activities, dances and games. With gentle encouragement from you and the teacher, babies and toddlers can grow in confidence - pointing, clapping, waving and jigging to the songs, and eventually singing
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Sweeteners and fizzy drinks
By ThinkBaby on 25/07/2007 01:40:40
Fizzy drinks can be great for morning sickness and as an alternative to your pre-pregnancy glass of wine, but go easy!
are on the hard stuff, but watch out for a few things...Too much of a bad thingForget computer games and biscuits, fizzy drinks are one of the major causes of childhood obesity in the UK. Just because you’re a grown up, the goal posts haven’t moved. True
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Christmas crafts and cookies with the kids
By Sarah Lawson on 07/12/2006 01:22:28
Pre-Christmas, there are lots of great activities you can do with the kids, that aren't just about trawling round the shops!
to hurry, because the hotel is laying on DVDs, games and toys to occupy the cooks once they've finished in the kitchen.The Kids' cookie baking session is free for children when accompanied by an adult who is staying at the hotel or having lunch
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Review: Baby Bright and the Farm DVD
By Laura Lee Davies on 04/10/2006 02:41:26
Early learning the easy way - with this bright, breezy animated DVD that also features real toddlers having fun with numbers, colours and object naming.
, simple and entertaining DVD which looks at counting games, examining shapes and exploring animals and colours, as part of a fun way to help your child's mental and visual understanding.Karmiloff-Smith is an internationally recognised expert in this field
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Gift ideas: Fun festive clothing
By Sarah Lawson on 15/12/2006 01:28:43
You don't need to spend a fortune on fun stocking fillers, Christmas outfits for baby, and dressing up costumes. Just go to adams.
Whether you're usually a designer-only kinda parent, or you always shop in the high street, you cannot deny that adams can be relied on for producing fun children's ranges. And when it comes to one-off special occasions and dressing up games, you
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Baby smiles
By Laura Lee Davies on 30/05/2009 01:12:51
Everyone tells you your baby's first smiles are actually just caused by windy discomfort, but when do babies really start to smile and laugh?
some early sessions of peek-a-boo. Do this by covering your face first and don't stay hidden for too long. Once your child has got used to the game, use a light scarf and tentatively try putting it over your baby too. Don't leave him covered too long
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