Category: English
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5 Things a Baby Carrier Must Have
Baby carriers are a must-have baby item for parents. They offer so much more than just the possibility of carrying an infant. With bonding and attachment made simple with one of these purchases and with some even offering the potential to breastfeed baby on-the-go. Before purchasing one of these, (often expensive!) First of all, you…
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Your Ultimate Childbirth Cheat Sheet for Every Dad-to-Be
Here comes a mysterious question: What are the responsibilities of the dad-to-be? What do dads, or partners, do when you’re giving birth? If you’ve heard about your friend’s or family’s stories about their first childbirth, you’d know how much chaos there can be in the hospital room when moms are giving birth. Imagine already panicking about…
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What HAS she got in there?!
You’ve seen them. Those big, bulky accessories that don the likes of every mum’s shoulder. Only those who are currently in the ‘baby club’ really understand what its contents are. The rest of us can only hazard a guess. If you’re one of these mums, on the outer (albeit momentarily!), let me fill you in…
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Can I Consume Caffeine During Pregnancy? How Much Is Safe?
Do you find yourself reliant on caffeine during pregnancy? Many women rely on a cup of coffee or other caffeinated beverages in the morning to stay alert and motivated for work. However, dependence on caffeine can develop similarly to tolerance for other substances like drugs or alcohol. Over time, you may find yourself needing larger…
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Top Tips for Tackling a Newborn
My five-year old’s Moana doll comes with one… so where’s my newborn’s? A manual! That’s what I needed when I brought my first baby home from the hospital. I couldn’t believe the nurses were actually going to entrust me with the life of another! Surely, they knew I was completely clueless. Bringing a newborn baby…
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Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and a Mother of 4 Talks Post Natal Recovery
Dr. Indika Alahakoon has spent years developing the skills and know-how to help women manage complicated and high risk pregnancies. She also recognises that taking the time to provide an understanding and caring environment for her patients is key to a positive outcome. In this article she lends her expert advice to helping pregnant and…
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Home Remedies to Relieve Heartburn During Pregnancy
Heartburn, also called acid reflux or indigestion, is common in pregnancy. It can happen due to hormonal changes and the growing baby putting stress against your stomach. If you have heartburn, you may feel a painful, burning feeling in the chest or throat. You can help ease your heartburn symptoms by making changes to your…
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Taking Hollywood’s “PUSH!” out of Childbirth
It must be true – we are crazy with hormones because what I considered ‘preparing for birth’ consisted of: over bleaching my hair (it was a knotted, tangled mess by the time my son emerged), finding a second hand nightie and cutting the sleeves with scissors to get the right fit and not even remembering…
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What Is Your Baby in the Womb Trying to Tell You?
The first baby kick can be surprising for a first-time mum. She can never understand life until it grows inside of her. Baby kicks indicate that your baby is growing well inside the womb. According to doctors, every sharp kick can help shape your baby’s developing bones. You may find your baby active in the…
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Breastfeeding Out & About – Ania and Sofia’s Story
My name is Ania and I am a new mum of a 6-month-old baby girl. Sofia is my first child and being a mum is a big new task in my life which I enjoy very much. Every day I overcome new challenges which I have to deal with as a parent, mum and a…