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Breech births
A breech baby is a baby who sits upright in your womb rather than headfirst. About one baby in four is breech at 28 weeks, but most turn around at 36 weeks. Often babies who come early are breech beca . . .
Emergency home births
Sometimes a baby will come early and you will be unable to make it to the hospital. Knowing how to act during an emergency home delivery could make all the difference..
Natural pain relief in labor
There are many types of natural pain relief that can be used during labour.
Can my newborn sleep alone?
It is up to you where your
newborn sleeps. Some parents want to co-sleep and some have their baby in their
room in a separate crib; others find their baby’s night-time snuffles and
whimpers prevent . . .
Newborns and pacifiers
Some babies will opt for a cuddly toy over a dummy, but others will find much comfort from their dummy. If a dummy is what your baby is after it is always best to choose an orthodontic type.
Am I pregnant?
Some women say they knew they were pregnant before a test was ever taken. But for those who are unsure, there are simple signs to be on the look out for.
Which toys are safe for my child?
While the safety requirements for toy manufacturers are more strict now than in the past, it’s still important to consider whether the toy you’re buying is safe for your child.
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Basic first aid
As a parent, it can be essential to know basic first aid.
Keeping your sleeping baby cool in hot weather
It’s
important to make sure your baby doesn’t overheat when the weather is hot. As
you yourself will know from experience it’s pretty uncomfortable to get too hot
at night, and waking up with a dry . . .
Understanding sleep and your baby
Although
we’re unaware of it, sleep occurs in cycles. The first phase is known as ‘light
sleep’ and it takes us into REM (rapid eye movement) or ‘dream sleep’. This
stage is so-called because . . .