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Creative play with your toddler
By Maria Muennich on 24/10/2007 12:51:25
Even simply baking biscuits together can be an opportunity for learning through play - here are a few ideas for simple but fun creative projects
particularly interested in doing so (most commercially available doughs advise that they are suitable for ages 2+). At this stage there's probably not much point in having more than one colour of dough. Try rolling dough into a ball for him and encouraging him
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Labour: the not-always-dignified truth
By Maria Muennich on 13/09/2010 01:16:13
Or, things you always wanted to know about childbirth but never dared to ask...
, in the spirit of forewarned is forearmed, here are some of the quirkier and less often talked about happenings that can occur during birth. 1. Is it true that I might do a poo during labour?2. Swearing and singing...3. The public vagina4. Tearing and snipping
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Focused Fitness: Tone-up the arms
By Maria Muennich on 01/11/2007 10:14:12
Banish the batwings with these simple exercises and some general weight-loss
equipment and that even the busiest mum can slip into her daily routine. Here's how.These simple exercises can be done pretty much anywhere and you don't need to dress up in your gym gear and trainers either if you're not doing a long exercise session
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How to lose post-baby weight - by walking
By Maria Muennich on 12/01/2010 12:54:57
You don't need a fancy exercise plan to start shifting the post-baby pounds, simply getting out for good long walks will do both you and baby good
using a pedometer (a gadget that counts your steps) a useful motivational tool - try building up to 10,000 steps a day.Don't expect to see the weight drop off dramatically with walking to lose weight. Although when you're committed to regular walking
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What is an episiotomy?
By Maria Muennich on 28/08/2008 10:20:14
How and when this surgical cut during labour is performed, why it may sometimes be considered necessary and what you can do to avoid having one
result of this, in many areas episiotomies were considered almost a routine procedure and the episiotomy rate was consequently very high in the 1970s and eighties.. However, the tide has been turning against episiotomies since research has shown
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Naming your baby - hints and tips
By Maria Muennich on 14/12/2009 01:28:03
Things to think about when choosing a name for your new baby
. Wherever you are starting from, a baby names book will definitely come in handy, or check out the baby namer on our sister site MadeForMums for some great ideas. Here are 12 useful tips for things to think about when deciding...1 Living with a name - When
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Review: Bugaboo Cameleon pushchair and pram
By Maria Muennich on 12/12/2006 03:45:59
2-in-1 super-flexible option, but does it live up to the hype?
. Pricey accessoriesI have heard a few mums complain that the Bugaboo accessories are ridiculously expensive, and they are definitely on the pricey side, but this will only be an issue for you if you feel you must have the same branded parasol, footmuff
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Baby development: Your sixteen-month-old
By Maria Muennich on 24/08/2007 10:31:05
Building, climbing, scribbling, cuddling and falling down could all be themes this month
. Other months of age Newborn |1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16
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