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Why avocado is great at 7-9 months
By Sarah Lawson on 24/09/2010 05:11:40
Avocados often get a bad press for being calorific, but they are a great source of energy for growing babies
When you are looking at first fruits and vegetables to mush up for your baby, you might think about boiling up some root vegetables. However, raw fruits and veg that are easy to mash, make food preparation quick and simple, plus they pack the best
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Jojo Maman Bebe's nifty feeding ideas
By Sarah Lawson on 26/10/2006 11:44:33
For most mothers, there comes a time when at least some bottle feeds are essential. We love the Jojo Maman Bebe paraphernalia!
, so it recreates the suckling experience for a baby who is used to breastfeeding.In terms of accessories, apart from choosing your sterliser, you also have to think about those other details than will make the daily routine of preparing bottles safely
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Book review: Parenting for Dummies
By Sarah Lawson on 01/01/2007 02:01:42
The popular series of 'For Dummies' guide books turns its attention to that magical, mystical experience of raising babies and children.
, but rather a practical guide to what issues you need to think about when you prepare for a baby, how you deal with feeding and sleeping demands in the early weeks, how you choose the right way to keep naughty toddlers disciplined, and so on
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Weaning and organic food
By Sarah Lawson on 22/08/2008 00:00:08
When you first start to feed your baby solids, you have an amazing chance to make a good, healthy start. But why go organic?
products, as there is a higher risk of chemical residue in non-organic versions.Additive freeFoods prepared for sale on a large scale often have sweeteners or colouring agents in them, just to make them a little more palatable or to look nicer or to last
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Newborns and jaundice
By Sarah Lawson on 10/11/2006 01:44:19
Jaundice, to a greater or lesser degree, is a feature for many new babies. But what is it and should it be a cause for concern?
on the first day, it may be caused by a blood group incompatibility with the mother. However, these cases are often prepared for already due to the routine blood tests women now get during ante-natal check ups. It is possible, where jaundice develops later
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Two great new feeding guides
By Sarah Lawson on 27/05/2008 01:05:55
Clare Byam-Cook's 'Top Tips' books for breastfeeding and bottle-feeding are wonderful, honest and reassuring
square (CD-sized) guide books break down tips and useful advice into a more manageable format.With diagrams and simple explanations, the book takes you through the various important stages towards happy breastfeeding: preparing, what to expect
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Review: Raising a Happy Child
By Sarah Lawson on 13/06/2007 09:17:04
Steve and Shaaron Biddulph's inspiring and reassuring book is a parenting bible of good sense and caring ideas.
actually work!Step by step through parentingBeginning with some down to earth and honest advice and insight into how you choose to start a family, weighing up the pros and cons, and flagging up what you should be prepared for, the book then takes you
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Breath holding in babies and toddlers
By Sarah Lawson on 13/11/2006 01:03:02
Shock, anger or frustration can sometimes lead to breath-holding. In smaller children, the reaction is genuine, older toddlers may be doing it for effect. How can you read the signs?
adult?), the toddler will use it as a way of ending future confrontations and as a route to getting his or her own way.Discuss your reactions with your partner so that you can be prepared for other incidents and be united in how you deal with them
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Swine Flu and Pregnancy
By Sarah Lawson on 07/05/2009 20:45:06
If you are expecting a baby, could the risk of catching swine flu be more dangerous for you? And will it be safe to take medication?
-threatening, certainly groups of the community – such as the elderly or those with a weakened immunity to illness – could die.Over recent weeks the UK government has been stockpiling treatments for swine flu in order to be prepared should the virus spread too quickly
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Fertility and Pregnancy Testing on a Budget
By Sarah Lawson on 16/01/2008 01:29:08
Fertility and pregnancy home-testing kits are selling more than ever. But do you really need to spend so much money on repeat testing?
while, get worried that there is a problem, and for them, home-testing allows them to ‘prepare for the worst’ by the time they see a GP.However, fertility tests can be expensive. Before you get one, look at your lifestyle to see if there are other
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