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Five easy ways to boost energy in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 17/08/2009 01:13:01
Making another human being can put quite a strain on the system so here are some simple pick-me-ups to help keep you going and maybe even put a spring in your step
The stresses and strains of daily life can be draining enough, add to that the physical, mental and emotional demands that making a new baby places on your body and pregnancy can be a very tiring time indeed. Your energy levels will naturally fluctuate during pregnancy, and you ...
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Wake up call
By Maria Muennich on 22/09/2009 01:51:32
Alternatives to your morning cup of coffee to get the day going
day it can be tough to break the habit, so here are some ideas for alternative pick-me-ups.Reach for the decaff? For some people the ritual behind the daily cup is just as important as caffeine in terms of waking up and getting the day going. Well, ok
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New mum - aches and pains
By Maria Muennich on 31/07/2007 06:57:45
Aches and pains are to be expected for a new mum in the early weeks, here's what to expect and how to cope
of being a new mum: the impact of all that picking up, carrying, comforting and feeding isn't to be underestimated, particularly not if you're also losing sleep. Few new mums escape aches and pains in the weeks after birth, so next time you see
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Explaining your pregnancy to your other children
By Maria Muennich on 06/09/2007 12:50:44
There's no 'right way' to explain your pregnancy to your children, but there are a few things to think about first
children early then remember it's probably asking too much of most youngsters to keep it quiet for a while. Bear in mind also that with older children it's probably better for you to tell them yourself, rather than for them to pick up confusing snippets
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Coping with backache as a new mum
By Maria Muennich on 27/07/2007 06:01:10
Backache is a very common problem for new mums, but there are steps you can take to prevent it
'll be spending an inordinate amount of time picking her up and carrying her around over the coming months (and, yes, even years) and she's only going to get heavier. While it's never too late to make a change, starting off your parenting life with good lifting
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Au pairs - childcare options
By Maria Muennich on 23/08/2010 13:13:57
Au Pair - inexpensive childcare in your home
familiar to your children)As the au pair lives in you may not need to take your children anywhere in the morning an pick them up ConsYou will need to give an au pair her own private room and be prepared to share your house with somneone elseAn au pair may
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Active listening: What it is and how to do it
By Maria Muennich on 04/10/2007 01:34:08
Good communication is at the heart of every successful relationship, and at the heart of communication is the ability to really listen
, upset or disappointed, but you can probably pick up his or her emotions indirectly. Again, recap to make sure you've read the signs correctly. For example "It sounds like you're feeling quite disappointed about the amount of time I spend at the office
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New mum, feeling overwhelmed
By Maria Muennich on 21/06/2007 08:49:23
Whether it's your first or fifth, the arrival of a baby usually heralds a settling in period where priorities and expectations are adjusted to your new reality
of the rest of the household. If you're in the majority camp, there are three main things you need to remember to help you pick up your frazzled old self and feel like you can cope again.It's ok to ask for helpIn fact it's not just ok, it's really important
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Packing your hospital bag for a longer stay
By Maria Muennich on 25/05/2007 05:39:08
If you're planning a caesarian or run into delivery complications then you - or your partner - will need to pack accordingly
time to get together your maternity notes and washbag and need to send someone to pick up everything else, in which case it'll be useful to have a copy of this list accessible to guide them. Depending on how early your baby is, your birth experience may
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Winter health tips for baby and family
By Maria Muennich on 22/11/2010 01:52:19
Keep your baby healthy, warm and comfortable into the winter months
for signs of dryness and irritation and take preventative action where you can. Pick up some tips on on winter skin care for your baby. Colds and staying healthyWhile you'll be naturally most concerned with the health of your children, winter health is a
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