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Recession makes women give up on baby dreams
By Jayne Braithwaite on 06/09/2011 13:18:12
More women are putting off or giving up plans for a family, because they can’t afford to have a baby
A quarter of women have had to rethink their plans to start a family, due to money worries caused by the recession. A study of women aged 30-45 by Red magazine found that the recession has directly affected women’s baby plans, as worries about
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Caffeine in pregnancy link to smaller babies
By Kimberley Smith on 21/05/2010 13:17:09
Mums-to-be who drink more than 6 cups of a coffee a day have smaller babies with lower birth weights
Pregnant women who get through 6 or more cups of coffee a day have smaller babies throughout pregnancy, a Dutch survey has found. Compared to mums-to-be whose caffeine intake was less than three cups, babies were shorter and weighed slightly less
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What if I don't get to the hospital in time?
By Sarah Lawson on 31/03/2009 01:57:08
It's a common question most expectant mothers ask themselves even if the chance of having a baby en route is very slim indeed!
It’s understandable that your imagination runs riot before the birth of your child – it’s a huge personal challenge, especially if you are expecting your first baby – but worrying about having the baby in the back of a taxi or in the aisles at Tesco
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What is the newborn hearing test?
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/10/2006 12:21:46
Technology has come a long way in diagnosing hearing problems in children and now babies can have a painless test at birth.
After trials in various parts of the country, the option of giving newborn babies a hearing test within hours of their birth has now become a national NHS policy. But what is it and how does it work?How does a newborn get a reliable hearing test
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Pregnancy lifestyle changes
By Laura Lee Davies on 08/10/2009 00:02:08
It's not just about a growing bump and medical appointments – having a baby is going to change the way you live for nine months at least!
baby for a while, you may have already approached the issues of diet and nutrition. It's important to understand why alcohol should be limited in pregnancy. Many women feel unwell or get heartburn when they drink during pregnancy, which is a good
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Let's Get Pregnant!
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/12/2009 01:09:25
Whether you've just started thinking about having a baby, are already trying or have been TTC for some time, get tips and advice here
The great thing about coming to ThinkBaby is that you can find out, ask questions and even talk to other would-be parents all about pregnancy and having a baby long before you might want to share your hopes with friends or family. Online, you can go
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Longer maternity leave makes women more likely to breastfeed
By Kimberley Smith on 02/06/2011 15:40:15
Mums who have longer than 6 weeks off when they have a baby are more likely to try breastfeeding and keep it up for longer, finds new study
Mums who take longer maternity leave are more likely to give breastfeeding a go and also to keep breastfeeding for longer, a new study has found.Unsurprisingly, the length of breastfeeding has been linked to returning to work, as mums who return
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Graco Go Baby Einstein
By Laura Lee Davies on 04/07/2006 11:57:26
Graco and Disney have got together to create a neat range of nursery goods with Baby Einstein developmental toys and gadgets included.
Baby Einstein Discover & Play, Pack n' Play, rrp £79.99Graco have teamed up with Disney for a new range of nursery products designed to stimulate and entertain your baby.The Baby Einstein Discover & Play Pack n' Play, is a travel cot with all
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25 steps to a healthy pregnancy
By Liz Stansfield on 08/12/2010 13:23:50
From cutting out alcohol, to embracing your growing baby bump, here are 25 things to help you have a happy and healthy pregnancy
1. Look after your backMake sure you have good back support if you sit at a desk all day, and if you ever have to lift, always bend from your knees. This is the perfect time to hint for a massage from dad-to-be to ease tension in your shoulders
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Summer Infant travel baby bath
By Sarah Lawson on 17/08/2007 01:30:54
You might expect to fold up your travel cot, but have you thought about a fold-up baby bath for your travels?
. There are many great gadgets for family travel, but we especially love the 'travel' baby bath from Summer Infant.The Summer Infant Folding Bath TubFolding up and down rather like a little suitcase, it can be quickly opened out to take the weight and strain of a
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