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Baby led weaning: what is it and it is right for your baby?
By Susan Lee on 20/10/2010 in First steps to weaning
You may have read about BLW but what is it, is it safe and what are the pros and cons?
-feeding with purees.Why no purees?With health guidelines recommending that you start weaning at six months, BLW suggests that we should tailor first foods to the types of things six-month-olds will be interested in and can, literally, handle. By six months, babies
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Cytomegalovirus in pregnancy: Risks and prevention
By Maria Muennich on 13/06/2008 in Pregnancy illness & complications
What is Cytomegalovirus, what danger can it pose to my unborn baby and is it something I should worry about?
-time infections that are far more likely to cause problems during pregnancy.If you have not previously been exposed to CMV then the risk of health problems associated with exposure to the virus is higher. It is estimated that about 1-4% of previously uninfected
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Preparing for a premature birth
By Maria Muennich on 23/10/2008 in Labour & birth
Whether you have months or only hours, there are a several things you can do to prepare for a premature delivery and try to make it as personal as possible
in different ways, but getting input from others can be really important for boosting his confidence in his ability to help and for feeling more prepared.During deliveryAsk questions - Apart from the health risks for your baby that are associated with premature
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Folic Acid
By Twinkle on 24/12/2005 in forum
diet during pregnancy? Well, your green veg are usually good for folates, but as taking the folic acid supplement can only do good, there's no risk from it, I'd continue taking it if you're unsure how much you're getting every day. Some pre-natal vits
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Breastfeeding - the real deal
By Amaya Lopez on 29/07/2005 in Breast and bottle feeding
Breastfeeding easy? One mum sets the record straight and tells us why the potential trials of breastfeeding are ultimately well worth it
During pregnancy, you will be relentlessly badgered with the question: “Are you going to breastfeed?” And if you feel slightly unsure of the answer or even if you have decided firmly against the idea, health professionals will do their utmost
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Complete guide to antenatal scans
By Maria Muennich on 28/12/2008 in Scans, tests and classes
What is an ultrasound scan and what scans can you expect to have during pregnancy?
or the pregnancy is multiple (eg. twins). What is an ultrasound scan? An ultrasound scan is a completely non-invasive means of assessing the growth and health of your baby in the womb and has a long record of successful use proving its safety. The scanning device
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Thoughts on Swine Flu vaccine for Under 5's?
By Rach, Abi & Jasper on 07/02/2010 in forum
Thoughts and opinions
it and have these complications however, i dont think its been tested enough either. I dont think u can win what ever u choose i think there is significant risks either way. im inclined to say no to it but this is because Tia has less chance of contracting
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Newborn Behaviour
By Gemma Statham on 01/06/2007 in forum
's a problem that she's always moving her legs - it could just be a sign that she's an active baby, and that you may have a future footballer on your hands! Maybe your health visitor can explain why she is doing it.I've asked around about your 2nd
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When to stop breastfeeding
By Maria Muenich on 03/05/2011 in Breast and bottle feeding
So you've opted to give your baby the best start in life, but how do you know when it's time to stop?
the age of six months, and breastfeeding alongside solids until at least the end of the first year. Meanwhile, the World Health Organisation recommends breastfeeding babies up to the age of two years as a minimum. These recommendations are based
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Sex drive? I know I left it here somewhere!!
By karen willis on 05/01/2008 in forum
where has my drive gone?
go through the pregnancy bit again (have a few probs health wise!), so i will never get a girl. I would adopt but Hubby wont...even though he is adopted. Still if i have three healthy boys that will do me.How far on are you. Must be alot further
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