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May is Save a Baby Month
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/05/2007 00:25:38
The Foundation for the Study of Sudden Infant Deaths have launched a month of safe sleeping awareness.
as his parents for the first six monthsMake sure a baby is not too hot and does not sleep with his head coveredDo not allow yourself to fall asleep with your baby on a sofaPut a baby to sleep with his feet at the bottom of the cot so there is no danger
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Teething and pain relief
By Laura Lee Davies on 11/08/2009 00:04:24
When do your baby's first teeth appear and how can you help ease your child's pain.
?Mothercare Hard and Cooling Teething Fruits, 2 pack, £3.99Although, in very rare cases, some babies will start teething much earlier, most babies begin teething at around six months. The biggest downside to this is that is can coincide with weaning – which now
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What is the 5-in-One Vaccine?
By Laura Lee Davies on 07/01/2009 10:56:05
At two, three and four months, your baby will be called to have the 5-in-0ne or DTaP/IPV/Hib vaccine, but what is it for and why does your baby need it?
leaves school.Pertussis (Whooping cough) - Pertussis is a serious disease for babies under six months, and can be fatal, which is why babies are immunised very early on. For older children and adults the illness is less serious, but still unpleasant
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A small study links car seats with SIDS
By Laura Lee Davies on 11/12/2006 00:01:40
A study in New Zealand has examined the cases of nine different babies who were taken ill with breathing problems, and found they had all been sleeping in car seats at the time.
different babies (in their first six months of life), were seen, and when researchers analysed their sleeping position at the time of the incidents, they found that each had been asleep with their heads tilted forward, in car seats.Many parents leave
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New study on repeat cot deaths
By Laura Lee Davies on 13/06/2007 01:12:24
New research seeks to play down the risk of repeat cot deaths in one family.
uncovered - place your baby with their feet to the foot of the cot, to prevent wriggling down under the coversIf your baby is unwell, seek medical advice promptly.The safest place for your baby to sleep for the first six months is in a cot, in your room
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New Cot Death Awareness Campaign Hits Hard
By Laura Lee Davies on 22/12/2008 10:42:17
The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths has launched a powerful short film to get the important message of safe sleeping to new parents
place for your baby to sleep for the first six months is in a cot, in your roomNever sleep with a baby on a sofa or armchairNever share a bed with your baby if you or your partner: are smokers (even if you don't smoke in bed or at home); feel very tired
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Staying safe in the sun
By Laura Lee Davies on 19/05/2006 12:00:36
Babies shouldn't avoid strong sunight altogether and children's skin needs protecting. Here are the key facts and tips.
or late in the day Water and sand increase sun ray reflection so be very aware in these settingsBuy a sun screen that's water-resistant and renew it after being in waterDon't forget feet, hands, ears, neck etc. It is best to keep babies under six months
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Brushing your baby's teeth
By Laura Lee Davies on 26/06/2009 01:30:45
Keeping your baby's mouth healthy is essential, even before they get their second set of permanent teeth.
Although all children will start to lose their first set of teeth (milk teeth) by the time they are six years old, it is important that they dont' lose them too early. They are saving a space for the second teeth to come down neatly into position
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