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Getting a cold or flu in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 08/12/2008 01:35:47
In the colder months, a bout of flu or a bad cold seem inevitable, but what if you are expecting when you get ill?
unchecked is much more dangerous for your baby.Making sure a minor cold doesn't get worseIf you are usually the kind of person who uses a hot flu remedy drink when you feel a cold coming on, make sure you tell the pharmacist that you are pregnant before
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Baby and toddler safety when out and about
By Maria Muennich on 27/06/2008 07:27:19
Simple safety tips for keeping your baby safe and stopping you becoming a bundle of frayed nerves when out and about
safety here and baby on the beach here. There are plenty more tips for keeping your baby safe in the hot weather here.Cafes / restaurants: When you're at a cafe or restaurant there's usually plenty of hot drinks and food around, and you can't expect
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When baby's off his milk
By ThinkBaby on 06/02/2009 04:01:38
Breast or formula - there are often times when your baby will go off his feed.
There are lots of reasons why even the biggest guzzler might suddenly show less interest in his or her milk, whether it's breastmilk or formula.WeaningIt is usual to give babies their first experiences of food between four and six months. General
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Winter health tips
By Maria Muennich on 30/10/2010 13:15:41
Keeping your family healthy and happy through the bleaker, virus-rampant months
. When there's really no sun look for vitamin d rich foods or a supplement like cod liver oil.Dress warmly Unless you're going out in snowy weather layers of clothing are usually better for keeping your children at a comfortable temperature and are easier
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Hyperemesis Gravida - the low-down
By ThinkBaby on 13/09/2012 01:44:44
Severe and relentless nausea, vomiting and weight-loss in pregnancy is likely to be Hyperemesis Gravida, not just morning sickness
significant impact on the whole family. While with morning sickness you may be unable to cook hot meals or need a short time off work, with hyperemesis you may be bed-ridden for weeks, unable to work for long periods, too ill to cope with domestic tasks
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Top tips for conception
By Sara Mackenzie on 29/04/2010 17:15:24
When trying to get pregnant, there's plenty you can do to boost your chances of conception. While there's no guaranteed formula, here are the key things you can try...
can have problems conceiving and may have difficult pregnancies if they do conceive. If you fall into either one of these groups then you might want to consider either putting on some weight (not through hoovering up junk food!) or losing weight before
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Trouble sleeping?
By ThinkBaby on 08/09/2009 01:52:41
Having difficulty in sleeping is very common during pregnancy - here are some ways to help you get the most of your nighttimes
to sleep a small snack could also help. What you don't want to do however, is to have a big meal too close to bedtime, when digestion might then keep you awake.5. Check your environment - Being too hot or too cold is another common cause of restlessness
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Packing checklist for little ones
By Maria Muennich on 15/07/2008 01:45:28
Travelling with a baby and/or toddler - have a look at our packing checklist to make sure you have the essentials
're heading to a hot climate where things can dry quickly. Include a couple of warmer things even if you're going somewhere warmCar seat if travelling by car Reclining pushchairBottle / cup and sterilising tablets/travel steriliser if used Sippy cup if used
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What if I get sick? Part II
By ThinkBaby on 07/04/2006 07:59:58
Non-pregnancy related illnesses that merit a visit to your doctor if picked up in pregnancy
reasonable chance of having immunity from fifth disease through childhood exposure, but call your doctor anyway to arrange a testif you have been exposed to the illness and you're not sure of your immunity status.Listeriosis Listeriosis is a strain of food
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What are the pregnancy signs and how soon do they occur?
By Laura Lee Davies on 19/10/2011 01:30:35
How soon after conceiving your baby will you experience those important pregnancy signs? How obvious are they? And do those symptoms always mean you're definitely expecting a baby?
different smells and scents to help you. To avoid pregnancy sickness after eating try to avoid fatty foods and stick to bland choices that don't have smells that set you off. You'll also be pleased to hear that you might also suffer from wind and bloating
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