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Supporting your partner in breastfeeding
By Dave Oliver on 02/09/2010 12:00:13
Dads can help with breastfeeding by supporting their partner and can enjoy bonding by feeding with a bottle
breastfeed from birth, that figure drops to 42% after six weeks, whereas most paediatricians recommend breastfeeding for about a year. But here’s where you come in. With a little more support from those around them, including you, more mothers can give
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Call for more support for breastfeeding
By Sarah Lawson on 19/02/2008 01:43:50
The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition has called for more to be done to support women to breastfeed their babies
not seem to be picking up the message that 'breast is best'.Although these measures have been welcomed, it is also felt that giving women direct contact with midwives who can support them as they adjust to breastfeeding would make a huge difference
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New mum - help and support
By Maria Muennich on 01/10/2009 01:22:40
New mum in need of a little advice and support? You're not alone, find out more about the ups and downs of new motherhood here
themselves too drained to support everyone else effectively. It's very important to remember then, that in order to look after others well, you also need to look after yourself, making sure that you get regular 'me time' to recharge your batteries
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NICE support better post-natal care
By Laura Lee Davies on 27/07/2006 11:24:26
New guidelines will recommend better personalise care for mothers and babies in the first eight weeks after birth.
rather than what NICE call the "tick-box approach" currently used. It encourages all carers to support mothers on issues like breastfeeding, common health problems and, interestingly, guidance about formula feeding. It refers to the Baby Friendly
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More research supports Vitamin D in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/04/2006 14:04:30
A Canadian university has done further research into the value of Vitamin D intake during pregnancy.
Research conducted through McGill University in Quebec, has found further evidence of the importance of vitamin D intake during pregnancy.In a study to see what the impact on pregnancy would be when a woman does not drink enough milk, the researchers found that a lack of vitamin ...
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New Dad - info and support for the early weeks
By Maria Muennich on 09/05/2009 01:51:05
Finding your feet as a father can take a little while, so here are a few ideas for managing the early weeks
to start, or how to best support your partner then don't be discouraged. Remember that your partner will be learning on the job just as you are, and she'll only end up becoming a more capable parent than you if you don't roll up your sleeves and get stuck
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Tamba - The Twins and Multiple Births Association
By Monica Stylli on 03/10/2007 09:25:19
Tamba offers information and support for parents expecting a multiple birth
Having a baby is always an exciting experience, but what happens when you’re expecting 2, 3 or even more little bundles of joy?Tamba is a nationwide UK charity which offers information and support for parents expecting a multiple birth. Information
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Babies born just a little early at higher risk of emotional problems
By Kimberley Smith on 06/12/2011 13:31:03
Calls for more support for babies born early, as study finds even slight premature birth could affect future behaviour
Babies born even slightly premature – between four and eight weeks – are more likely to suffer from psychological problems, according to a new study.The new research suggests more intervention is needed to support these babies, before they reach
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Buying maternity underwear
By Laura Lee Davies on 03/03/2011 02:39:41
All you need to know about maternity and nursing bras, maternity knickers, girdles, tights, supports and post-birth pads and comfort
During pregnancy your body shape changes immensely and you may find specific maternity underwear more comfortable and supportive. But you might be just as happy to stay in your everyday underwear to begin with, buying it in bigger sizes as your
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Breastfeeding telephone hotline launched by Real Baby Milk
By Kimberley Smith on 19/07/2010 15:43:50
Trial of feeding support initiative offers Cornwall mums help and advice within 72 hours of giving birth
A breastfeeding help hotline has begun trials in Cornwall this month with the view to rolling out a peer support programme nationwide. Organised by Real Baby Milk, a social enterprise run by mums, the telephone helpline offers advice to new mums
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