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What is baby massage?
By Laura Lee Davies on 18/01/2010 01:12:33
It might seem strange to take a fragile new baby and start pumelling him about, but baby massage is safe, reassuring for your baby, and a fantastic bonding activity you can start almost from birth.
There aren't many activities you can do with a new baby.Sure, you can go for walks as your baby usually slumbers, and you can read to him while he guzzles down a feed, but even before he's learnt how to crack his first smiles your baby can respond to your touch. Baby massage simp...
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Baby and child vaccine schedule
By Laura Lee Davies on 03/11/2006 01:55:16
What vaccines protect against which diseases, and when does your baby get each injection?
Having injections is never fun for adults or children, but protection from certain key illnesses is important for all small children. Click here for general information on baby vaccinations or for advice on tips on caring for your baby during vaccinations.Some of the immunisation...
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What is croup?
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/11/2010 01:46:58
Coughing and breathing difficulties are always a worry in babies and children, but a croup cough sounds even worse. What is croup, and what should you do if your child gets it?
There are two things which make croup seem much worse than the actual illness usually is: 1. The cough which characterises croup is a loud, violent barking cough which can sound horrendous to parents when it is emanating from their small baby or toddler.2. Croup attacks of...
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Review: BabyBjörn Carrier Synergy
By Laura Lee Davies on 07/01/2008 11:16:34
A revolution in the evolution of the BabyBjörn classic baby carrier!
securely on your chest. Head and leg supports for a young baby and thick, cross-over, front adjustable straps for the parent. Head support later folds down to allow you to carry your baby facing outwards with a view on the world. Suitable from newborn to 12
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Simply Colors personalised clothing
By Laura Lee Davies on 16/05/2008 00:43:13
Children and proud parents love the personalised touch of Simply Colors' babywear and kids' clothes
in nine rich colours – pinks, blues, red, orange, white etc – so you then pick your colour and size (from newborn to, depending on the item, about 24 months or up to six years).Next you decide what you want the message to be - your child's name, a cheeky
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BabyStyle's Prestige Collection
By Laura Lee Davies on 14/09/2009 11:56:27
The funky three-in-one puschair option from BabyStyle gives you flexibility in one classy package
When you buy a travel system, it might not be the cheapest choice, but it does give you several options in one, potentially saving you money on buying a big pram for your newborn, then another pushchair from six months. If you do go for one
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Know-how: Registering the Birth
By Laura Lee Davies on 16/01/2009 02:58:55
Did you know you only have a limited time to register your child's birth? Here are some essential tips
There are plenty of things to worry about with a newborn baby from sleepless nights to getting used to changing nappies to making endless cups of tea for doting family visitors! But there is one legal duty you need to know about as a new parent
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The Great Dummy Debate
By Laura Lee Davies on 09/07/2008 00:02:03
Are dummies a good thing or just a gag on your baby? Opinion is divided – so what are the pros and cons?
Babies love to suck. Even when they are not hungry, suckling at the breast can be a great comfort, as can sucking on your (clean!) finger. Sometimes in the early weeks, babies look for something to suck but can't find their thumb so they suck on their knuckles or their fists. Bab...
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New Parents Need Sleep Too!
By Laura Lee Davies on 14/04/2009 01:28:42
New babies need to sleep a lot – but sleep is important for new mums and dads, too!
For all new parents, feeling tired most of the time is an accepted hazard that comes with the excitement of a new baby. Luckily, our babies are so cute we usually forgive them and just hope that we can hold out until a regular sleep pattern evolves! However, while our households ...
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Baby's Sickness: When to Call the Doctor
By Laura Lee Davies on 23/06/2008 00:32:34
Many babies go through periods when they are unwell for a day or even just a few hours, but when does sickness require GP attention?
Although most babies, happily, don't suffer serious illness in their early months, it's always good to have an overview of Baby Health & Safety.Baby sickness can be caused quite easily and doesn't always mean your child is seriously unwell. After all, your new child is still gett...
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