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Know-how: Waterbirth
By Maria Muennich on 06/09/2009 01:55:52
How using a birthing pool can be useful for birth and pain relief during labour
relatively new phenomenom in western societies, there aren't that many scientific studies on its benefits and risks: common sense and anecdotal evidence weigh in most heavily in its support. However, there is enough supporting evidence of the benefits
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Planning ahead for birth when you're already a mum
By Maria Muennich on 08/07/2008 14:30:42
Preparing your child for becoming an older brother or sister is one thing, but preparing them for the actual birth can make an important start for this new relationship
, but they are important ones that can help the sibling relationship get off to a good start. So here are some of our tips for getting your older child ready for the birth itself.Making a planAt least a couple of months before your due date it makes sense to plan for how
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Cystic Fibrosis check now for all newborns
By Maria Muennich on 01/12/2007 13:06:58
Early detection should help to provide more effective health care for those babies affected by the inherited disease
) affects one in every 2,500 babies born here. Those born with CF are likely to suffer difficulties with breathing and digestion and are more susceptible to infections, inflammation, bone disease, diabetes, liver disease and fertility problems. They also
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Pain relief in labour: an overview
By Maria Muennich on 05/11/2009 00:08:11
Expectant mums now have a wide range of choice when it comes to coping with labour, whether through medical relief, alternative therapies or both
While there are many different kinds of birthing experience it's fair to say that, however labour pans out, it is usually an incredibly intense, emotional and eventually euphoric experience, but one that's rarely completely pain-free. It makes sense
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Review: The Baba Sling
By Maria Muennich on 20/11/2006 13:46:45
Whereas with many baby carriers your baby is strapped to your chest or back, in most of its positions the Baba Sling is designed to support you as you hold your baby as you would without a sling.
and lower rails and can't lean out dangerously from your body. We found that using the sling safely required a bit more common sense than clip-in baby carriers, where you simply fasten the baby down, and some people might find that they just don't have
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Active birthing
By Maria Muennich on 20/08/2010 03:30:02
It's becoming increasingly popular, but what exactly is an active birth and how can you get one?
NHtel: 0870 444 8709NHS Active Birth Centre25 Bickerton Road London N19 5JT Tel: 0171 561 9006One of the most effective measures you can take to increase your chances of an active birth is to be both mentally and physically prepared for labour
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Baby development: Your fifteen-month-old
By Maria Muennich on 16/08/2007 02:21:08
Learning through play
Newborn |1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15
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Buyer's guide to infant car seats
By Maria Muennich on 27/03/2007 15:36:44
What to look for in group 0 car seats
this is to buy by weight. Weight spans can vary from chair to chair, but broadly they are grouped as: 'Group 0' (0-10kg) and '0+' (0-13kg) - both from birth to around 9-12 and 12-15 months respectively; Group 1 (9-18kg, or from around 9 months to up to 4 years
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Help your newborn to sleep enough at night
By Maria Muennich on 25/02/2010 14:15:57
How much does your newborn need to sleep and how can you help him get enough?
When you're being kept awake at night then it might seem to make sense to try to keep your baby awake as much as possible during the day, so that he'll need to sleep more at night. But, particularly in the early weeks, most babies do need a lot of sleep
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Using aromatherapy in labour and birth
By Maria Muennich on 09/09/2007 01:46:30
How oils work, when to use them and which are recommended for labour and birth
not to use more than four. If you need a strong boost with a particular oil then your birth partner can put a couple of drops on a hanky for you to hold close to your nose and inhale.If you're using the oils for massage then use 20 drops of oil per 100ml
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