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Could your baby model?
By Mel Crossley on 08/06/2011 10:30:14
Here’s the lowdown on whether your little one can cut it in front of the camera
– and if you’ve got what it takes to be a little fashionista baby’s mum
the baby and get an idea of the baby’s temperament.”Being well behaved is vital – the most gorgeous baby may not get work if he or she can’t sit still in front of a camera. “Meeting the mum is important, too,” says Amanda. “Mums need to be patient and must
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Say bye-bye to the blender
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 12:11:25
Is it time to move on from purees? Here's how to recognise when your baby is ready to tackle more solid foods (even if she doesn't have any teeth yet!)
and error.It’s important to persevere, but don’t rush it. Remember, it can take up to 20 trials before a baby accepts a new taste or texture. Make mealtimes fun and reassuring, with plenty of praise when she attempts a new texture, keeping calm if she
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All you need to know about sterilising
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 09:51:49
It keeps your baby's feeding kit clean, and stops bacteria breeding – but what do you really need to sterilise, and when can you finally stop?
A steriliser is one of the first pieces of feeding equipment many new mums buy, especially if they are bottle feeding. It's important to religiously sterilise bottles, teats and dummies, as well as items like breast pumps, cups and spoons, to stop
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How to freeze food safely
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 16:31:54
Have those fishfingers been in there weeks - or years? Check you're using your freezer safely, whether it's full of purees for baby or casseroles for you
's invaluable.But before you put food in the freezer and forget about it, it's important to make sure it's stored correctly. In general, always read food packaging labels carefully, and check your freezer model's handbook for guidelines. Always label containers
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Does my baby have a food intolerance?
By Cheryl Freedman on 24/02/2011 14:54:43
How can you tell whether your baby has a food intolerance or a more serious allergy? Read our guide to spotting the crucial differences
If either you or your partner suffers from asthma, eczema, hay fever or any other allergies, it's possible your baby will be more at risk of developing an allergy. It’s important to try to breastfeed exclusively until six months, and not to introduce solids
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Plus-size and trying to conceive
By Anna Lewis on 16/02/2012 14:54:49
Advice for plus-size women trying to get pregnant
your body's hormones in balance – very important when TTC. Try activities you actually like; that way you’re far more likely to stick to your new active lifestyle. How about taking a nice, long walk, going for a swim, riding your bike to work
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Thrombosis (blood cots) and DVT in pregnancy
By Kimberley Smith on 21/02/2012 13:28:50
The risk of getting a blood clot in a vein (thrombosis) increases with pregnancy so make sure you know the symptoms and how to get help
of your veins and fluid retention, which is why it’s important to get it checked out early.Why is the risk of blood clots higher in pregnancy?Your body chemistry changes in pregnancy, making your blood flow more slowly and clot more easily. This helps
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Low amniotic fluid (oligohydramnios)
By Anna Lewis on 17/02/2012 12:30:23
All the facts on low amniotic fluid – from what causes it to how it will affect your baby
Approximately 8% of women develop low amniotic fluid, also known as oligohydramnios, at some point during their pregnancy, so it’s important that expectant mums know all the facts.Your growing baby is cushioned inside a fluid-filled bag within your
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Your worries about labour solved
By Kimberley Smith on 22/11/2011 11:56:11
Worried about pain during labour, how long the baby will take to come out or if you'll poo during the birth? We answer your concerns about what happens when you have your baby
The importance of music in your labour roomHow your baby feels at birthHow glad are you that this isn't the birth norm...?Promotional contenthttp://www.thinkbaby.co.uk/cl.asp?cn=847Christine, pregnancy advisorand mumhttp://www.thinkbaby.co.uk/cl.asp?cn=848Katie
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The cons of controlled crying
By Sarah Ockwell-Smith on 13/09/2011 11:11:55
Babycalm director explains why she doesn't agree with leaving a baby to cry
as the sleep experts would have us believe, we know from research that human touch is as important to the wellbeing of a baby as food!So how does controlled crying work? Imagine being upset and crying and your loved one ignoring you, albeit only for two minutes
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