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Acupuncture in Pregnancy
By Debra Stottor on 13/02/2009 10:52:30
Is acupuncture safe in pregnancy? Can it be used to help with pregnancy problems or discomforts?
-fine needles, which are inserted into the skins at specific points to relieve pain, promote wellbeing and treat specific ailments. Pre-pregnancy it is thought to help improve chances of IVF success, while during pregnancy it is used to alleviate morning
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Bibetta - no Ordinary Bibs, no Ordinary Cups
By Debra Stottor on 07/01/2009 08:36:39
Parents get a helping hand with innovative products from Bibetta
and about. They’re available in a wide choice of prints and plains, suitable for boys and girls. And if you like the bibs, you’ll love Bibetta’s other neoprene products. The ReversaBag, £10.99, as you might expect form the name, is reversible, and because it
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Troubleshooting: Breastfeeding
By Debra Stottor on 01/12/2008 01:30:02
It isn't always easy but if you can get over a few hurdles, breastfeeding is great for baby and for you. Here are a few tips for common concerns
On the face of it, it’s the most natural thing in the world, but in reality many women encounter problems along the way, not to mention conflicting advice. If you are having trouble but want to give breastfeeding a go, check out overcoming breastfeeding problems and read on here ...
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Zita West's Home Midwife Service
By Debra Stottor on 23/12/2008 00:35:55
Home help: meet Zita West’s ‘super midwives’ in the comfort of your own home
professional for giving you the confidence to become a good parent. And while NHS midwives will always try to do their best to be there for you, sometimes there simply aren’t enough of them to go round.Zita West's Home Midwifery ServiceTo help bridge the gap
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Alternative therapies in pregnancy
By Debra Stottor on 16/02/2009 00:06:01
An at-a-glance guide to the alternative therapies that can help you during pregnancy
, in 1916, this is particularly useful for treating back pain and associated problems.In pregnancy it can help with backache/sciatica, breast tenderness, swollen legs, carpal tunnel syndrome and general wellbeing and energy levels. Post-pregnancy, it can
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Mama Mio Bootcamps
By Debra Stottor on 23/02/2009 01:11:01
Reclaim your pre-pregnancy body with Mama Mio's pampering treats
Efua Baker, a mum herself, to devise the new "Bootcamp in a Box", a combination of Mama Mio’s skincare products and a series of simple exercises to help build up strength and tone in those problem areas. The end result should be an enviable combination
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Know-how: Pregnancy Hormones
By Debra Stottor on 08/04/2009 01:39:17
And at-a-glance guide to the various hormones affecting your body through pregnancy
From enabling you to conceive to helping your breasts produce milk, hormones play a vital role in pregnancy and birth. They’re often blamed for mood swings and tiredness, too, though the jury is still officially out on that one in spite of much
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Book Review: What to Buy for Your Baby
By Debra Stottor on 16/12/2008 00:54:19
A useful guide to what you should buy and what you just don't need, as you prepare your 'nest' for your new baby
lists and tons of helpful advice Price: £9.99 RRP Contact: Crimson Publishing (www
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Spas for Mums-to-Be
By Debra Stottor on 22/08/2008 00:38:27
Your guide to great places for that pre-baby spa experience - especially designed for pregnancy
information call 020 7752 0652 or visit www.glowurbanspa.comCalmia Inner Beauty Day Spa, London W1 Nurturing pregnancy massage, £75 for 1 hour; £115 for 90 minutesA full body aromatherapy massage using a blend of organic and fragrant oils to help improve skin
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Your perineum & how to look after it
By Debra Stottor on 17/08/2010 01:08:16
Your perineum is important in childbirth and may be sore after giving birth, so it's good to find out about it now!
, available from www.greenbaby.co.uk • Perineum and Bump massage oil spray, £12 for 150ml, available from www.yummymummymaternity.co.uk• Zita West Preconditioning Down Under Oil, £16.50 for 100ml, available from www.zitawest.com Consider your birth position
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