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Tomy Freestyle baby carriers
By Louise Rogers on 20/08/2007 01:08:29
Tomy have redesigned and refreshed their baby carrier range after lots of real-parent research
baby facing in to you or facing out as his head gets stronger. The most innovative features are the bucket-shaped seat for your baby, which offers significantly more back and bottom support in the sitting position than many other carriers
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Baby, Buggy and Me
By Louise Rogers on 05/09/2007 01:53:28
If you're feeling in need of serious exercise but are tied to your new baby and buggy, why not take them out for exercise too?
’s plenty of support material to keep you feeling enthusiastic through the week between sessions. As well as getting fit, you could also end up making some new friends.Courses are currently held in London parks, but will be coming to different regions
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What is Strep B?
By Louise Rogers on 30/10/2007 01:48:49
This common infection is carried by up to a third of all men and women, but how can it affect your baby if you have it during pregnancy?
these risk factors in mind, so you can choose to have the antibiotics should any of these situations arise.Where can I find out more?The UK support group, which is campaigning for the test to be routinely offered on the NHS, has a website offering excellent
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Review: iCandy Apple pushchair
By Louise Rogers on 20/06/2006 09:10:00
A stylish and versatile pushchair for town and country.
claim this will even fit in the boot of a Smart car (I have too much baggage in my life to own such a car…). The carrycot is deep and sturdy, perfect for newborns, and when your baby’s big enough, the seat offers plenty of support and an excellent range
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Review: Silver Cross 3D system
By Louise Rogers on 26/06/2006 11:25:00
Traditional quality mixed with modern design in a comfortable and flexible travel system.
support for your newborn, and the hood and apron offer good all-round protection from the elements. (We rate the comfort overall as 3/5 but we give it 4/5 in pram-mode.)The handles are height-adjustable and the front wheels can be fixed or swivelling. It
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Review: A Perfect Start
By Louise Rogers on 21/11/2007 09:00:46
A useful book that helpfully concentrates on those early weeks of new parenthood and looks beyond in a practical way
, but there’s also tons of support for the beleaguered mother, from your emotional wellbeing to dealing with unwanted visitors. It’s written in a down-to-earth, friendly tone that makes you feel like you’re talking to a friend and is definitely not patronising
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Birth Positions
By Louise Rogers on 22/01/2007 01:38:53
Medics may have positively encouraged Western women to labour on their backs – let’s face it, it’s easier for them to see what’s going on – but that’s not how it always was, or indeed how it should necessarily be.
to lean against a chair or be supported by your partner during contractions. You may also feel the instinctive need to sway your hips in a kind of dance. When not to? If your labour is long and slow, you may find this tiring after a while. Also, it
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What is Plagiocephaly?
By Louise Rogers on 12/02/2008 01:37:59
'Flat head syndrome' is more common that you might imagine, but what is it and what does it mean for the health of your baby?
is thought to occur in about one in 2500 babies.Further informationYou might find more information relating to your particular experience at one of the following:Plagio UKHeadstart4babies Plagio Support
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Pregnancy shopping list
By Louise Rogers on 09/11/2007 01:04:41
Some parents-to-be don't like to buy nursery products until close to the due date, but what should you buy now, and what should you budget for?
room as you for the first few months (though not in your bed).Baby bath (or support to use in your bath if you prefer).Nappy creamBaby toiletries though in the early weeks just water is fine for topping and tailing, and for baths, even to wash through
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