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Working out with baby
By Maria Muennich on 09/12/2009 10:16:01
No time to yourself to exercise? Take baby along...
You'll probably often hear new mums bemoan the fact that they no longer get any time to themselves to exercise. And of course it's true that you can't take your baby along to most regular gym classes and team sports, which can make fitting those
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Tech savvy mums
By Monica Stylli on 01/08/2008 00:54:16
Modern mums lead the way when it comes to technology in the home says new survey
time mums relied on the TV, radio and newspapers to keep up to date with the latest news. This latest study from Windows Live shows that 90% of mothers want instant access to information and the web is fast becoming their primary form of media. 21
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Your life as a new Dad
By Dave Oliver on 02/08/2010 08:06:14
So what happens now? Resident Dad Dave gives you the low-down on what to expect
of it…). SexYes, there is sex after baby (eventually). You may want to get on with siring that potential football team, or just want to have fun, but you probably won’t be able to for at least six weeks – that’s when your other half will get a check
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New mum, feeling overwhelmed
By Maria Muennich on 21/06/2007 08:49:23
Whether it's your first or fifth, the arrival of a baby usually heralds a settling in period where priorities and expectations are adjusted to your new reality
It's very common for new mums to feel overwhelmed, low and even a bit weepy in the first couple of weeks after birth. So common, in fact, that there's actually a name for it, the baby blues. And it's not surprising: You're knackered, you're sore
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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
time caring for and getting to know your baby from the start: If you do want to develop a healthy and close relationship with your child then the best time to start is from day one.If, on the other hand, you've already decided that you want to play a
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Coping with backache as a new mum
By Maria Muennich on 27/07/2007 06:01:10
Backache is a very common problem for new mums, but there are steps you can take to prevent it
-handed people) which can really wreak havoc on your spine. If you do want to use the hip carrying position then try to always use a support for anything more than the briefest of periods and alternate between hips.In and out of car seatsTaking your baby
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The Continuum Concept - as featured on Channel 4
By Maria Muennich on 23/09/2007 12:14:04
Ahead of next week's Bringing Up Baby series on Channel 4, we chatted to one of the show's baby care 'gurus' Claire Scott about the Continuum Concept to find out more about what it is and what it means to her
of the spice cupboard. "You have to really want it, and be open to it " says Scott of getting the help so many women could do with, "if you're open to it the opportunities open up".The classic argument against baby carrying, physiological concerns aside
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Baby development: Your twenty-one-month-old
By ThinkBaby on 27/09/2007 14:36:51
Was that 'house' or 'mouse'? Your toddler's growing vocabulary isn't always immediately obvious
.At playYou might be finding it frustrating if your toddler doesn't want to share his toys with other children, but this is perfectly normal behaviour at this age, so try to be patient with him. That said, it's not too early to show your child what sharing
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Baby development: Your twenty-three month-old
By ThinkBaby on 12/10/2007 11:57:56
We're beginning to make sense of time
're thinking of having another but I just wanted to get an idea from you girls what you thought were good age gaps between kids? Rachel asks on the baby forum.Blogging your baby's development - Keeping a diary of your baby's development is a great idea
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Finding your work-life balance
By Maria Muennich on 24/08/2010 09:28:41
If you feel you're constantly chasing your tail and letting one or other side down then it's time you took a look at your work-life balance
what is really important to you. Think about what you want Both your career and your family are a work in progress, to avoid feeling as though you're chasing your tail on both fronts, sit down and think about what your goals are in each area
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