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Some are essential to ensure smooth sailing for you and your new baby, but there are many that you can do without, and still others that you should steer well clear of. I know how it feels to be a new mom. Only the best will do for your special baby, and you don’t want to […]

A good night’s sleep has always been the goal of any parent with a new baby. Lack of sleep not only affects mum and baby, but the wider family too. There have always been, and always will be, many opinions on the “best” way to sleep a baby. It is little wonder new mums and […]

Serve the following as purees until your grandchild can pick them up her/himself: Broccoli A must: contains calcium for growing bones and iron for blood Carrots Children love them and they are a great source of vitamin A Peas, beans and pulses Packed with plant proteins and B vitamins; chickpeas and lentils as long as they’re low in […]

Many people will relish the thought of an extra hour in bed when the clocks go back this autumn. But for many parents and grandparents with young children this is a far-flung dream! 7pm will become 6pm but worse still 6am will become 5am! Not a pretty thought. Routine is key for children so making […]

I can not believe that our twin grandsons are now 18months old, where has all that time gone. I wrote some months ago about the boys and my total admiration for all parents of twins etc, we still look after them for a day a week and we love it, being part of their young […]

We tried searching for the history of Baby Showers so we could bring you the background information for the party that you about to have. There seem to be several versions of how it all started, the one that seems most credible is what we have brought to you. It is said that Baby Showers […]

The Best Baby Room Ideas For Decorating a Nursery For Twins, Including the Coolest Twin Nursery Pictures and Information on Twin Cribs So, you’re expecting twins – congratulations! What an awesome privilege. I bet you’re wondering how on earth to go about creating a beautiful baby nursery for them… Twin nursery design comes with a few […]

To Bumper or Not to Bumper? That’s the Question. Follow These Baby Bedding and Crib Bumper Safety Guidelines to Make Sure Your Baby Sleeps Snug and Safe… Crib bumper and baby bedding safety is one aspect of baby protection we would love to ignore – if we could… Because baby crib bedding is one of […]

As parents, it’s only natural we try to guide our children down the right path, teaching them to be good, honest, caring and considerate people – because of course, we’re the experienced ones, so we surely know best. But while we might feel like the grown-ups with all the answers as we stand by, shaking our heads and rolling our […]

Stay Hydrated: Always carry a bottle of water, fruit and herb flavoured water, decaffeinated tea, or coconut water. If you’re a juice drinker, begin pouring yourself glasses that are half water – half juice to help reduce your sugar intake while increasing hydration. Make meals that begin with as many foods in their natural state […]

Everyone loves getting a massage. And why not? Massages soothe tension, release toxins from muscles, and best of all, they feel wonderful.For pregnant women, there is growing evidence that the benefits of massage may be even greater.The results of numerous studies suggest that prenatal massage from a qualified massage therapist not only results in a […]

Your baby has arrived, and you’ve started breastfeeding. It’s the perfect time not only to feed but also to bond with the baby. Your body will give breast milk first priority on vitamins and minerals; therefore, it’s essential to listen to your body in order to stay strong and healthy. But while breastfeeding is an […]

Women who are pregnant and are expecting to deliver in the coming months should begin to think about the hospital bag that they’ll pack. Delivering a baby requires a few days of a stay in the hospital, making it important to have the essentials on hand to feel comfortable. Before the contractions begin, there are […]

To see the joy on a child’s face after unpacking Christmas gifts – it’s priceless. This moment is definitely worth the effort. No matter if it’s the first Christmas with the baby or the third one, I’m sure you want to it to be magical. We’ve done the groundwork for you and figured out which […]