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New clue why mums-to-be suffer bloating
By Kimberley Smith on 05/01/2011 14:04:05
Uncomfortable side effects of pregnancy may be explained by evolution, finds new research
.“Humans and fruit flies reproduce in very different ways, yet the associated symptoms of constipation and bloating and their cause – a reproductive hormone – are the same,” said Irene Miguel-Aliaga, who led the research.The research suggests that the pregnancy
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What giving birth REALLY feels like
By Anne Richley, midwife on 13/09/2010 17:03:11
We take you from first contraction to delivering the placenta after your baby's born, and show you exactly what you can expect from labour each step of the way
!However, it isn't always as painful and traumatic as some mums-to-be are lead to believe either, which is why we've asked midwife Anne Richley to give you the (not always) painful truth about what to expect in labour.From the first stage of labour until you meet
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Baby tickets on flights cost more than adult seats
By Kimberley Smith on 16/06/2011 14:52:08
Cost of travelling with babies high as airlines bump up the price of baby seats and luggage, finds new survey
of an adult seat*.“The best advice is to check the small print,” explained travel expert Bob Atkinson. “Check which carrier has the best policy for travelling with infants and the best price. If an airline is offering a discounted deal, it could be cheaper
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A new blood test could reveal paternity at 12 weeks of pregnancy
By Kimberley Smith on 12/09/2011 14:04:52
New non-invasive paternity test could allow women to confirm who their baby’s father is by the end of the first trimester
,” said Michael Baird, from DNA Diagnostics Center (DDC) the company which developed the test. “You don’t want to give the wrong answer.”The test may soon offer an alternative way of determining paternity before a baby is born. The only current way
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Giving birth goes back to the thirties
By Daniella Delaney on 25/10/2011 08:21:09
Study finds a method of inducing labour from 80 years ago has fewer side effects than modern treatments
A method of inducing labour that was used in the 1930s has been found to work just as well as modern treatments, but with less side effects.The Foley Catheter uses a balloom inserted into the womb which is then pumped up with saline solution
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Belly Art!
By Susan Lawson on 13/09/2006 01:56:14
Make a cast of your bump for posterity with this cheap and easy to do Belly Art Kit.
You might not fancy the memory of morning sickness or the inability to get a good night's sleep, but recording your amazing bump for all eternity is a novel way to mark your pregnancy.The Belly Art Kit is a simple kit which enables you to make a
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Knowing if you're pregnant
By ThinkBaby on 03/09/2007 01:27:34
Not sure whether or not you're pregnant? It's not always that obvious...
symptoms of pregnancy, so if you think you may be pregnant you can check which are most common pregnancy symptoms. A question we're often asked is whether it's possible to become pregnant even though you're on the pill, and the answer is yes, it is possible
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Organic clothing care
By ThinkBaby on 27/11/2006 10:58:58
Why might you want to choose organic clothes for your baby? And how should you care for your clothes in those daily laundry routines?
as more of us want to extend the organic lifestyle to clothing as well as food.What is the best way to wash organic fabrics?Organic fabrics are often worn by those with extra sensitive skin, or bought by mothers’ for their baby’s delicate skin, therefore
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All about nappies
By Kimberley Smith on 06/11/2010 14:22:17
Everything from what nappy to wrap around your little one's bum to what she'll fill it with, with bottom and nappy care in-between
nappies Caring for cloth nappies - washing, drying and storing Nappy rash - and 5 ways to beat it Baby poo - the truth! Baby's first nappy - what to expect Reusable nappy accessories - for making your eco life easier
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5 of the best buggies for £150 and under
By Kyrsty Hazell on 25/05/2010 17:03:13
Yes it is possible. You really can find a great buggy to suit your baby's needs for no more than £150
that boast lightweight qualities and are no-fuss, practical and adequate for your everyday needs, while still stylish.We've collected the best buggies which are not only purse friendly, but suitable for your baby's needs and what's better - you won't spend
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