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Health visitors: what to expect when you become a mum

All health visitors are trained nurses or midwives who then take an extra year of training to become a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse or health visitor. They usually visit parents-to-be before the baby is born and soon … See more

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Weaning from four months or six

WebA new scientific report recommends that babies should be weaned from four months, rather than waiting until six months. This contradicts current Government advice stating babies …

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Boost your unborn baby’s health MadeForMums

WebTaking a daily 400mcg folic acid supplement until the end of the 12th week of pregnancy helps protect your baby from neural tube defects, such as spina bifida. It’s a good idea to …

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Family health, bathtime and skincare products

WebSilver — Nala’s Baby Body Wash & Shampoo Vanilla Cloud, £5.75. Best for: A moisturising all-in-one baby shampoo and body wash. In the words of parent tester …

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Placenta: what it is, how it works, what's normal and what's not

WebThe main roles of the placenta are: To deliver oxygen, nutrients and antibodies from your blood to your developing baby. To transfer carbon dioxide and …

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Guide to drinks for your baby at 7-9 months

WebJuice. If your baby refuses water and you feel she needs a non-milk drink, stick to plain, unsweetened fruit juice, which has been diluted with water. At this age, it's recommended …

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21 amazing facts about your pregnant body

WebChanges in food likes and dislikes in pregnancy are connected with your sense of smell and not your sense of taste. Ninety per cent of your ability to taste is actually connected with …

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Your child’s Red Book

WebKarin Joyce. When your baby is around 10 days old, your Health Visitor will give you his Personal Child Health Record, or ‘Red Book’. This holds medical information about your …

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Bleeding in early pregnancy: what's normal and what's not

WebA subchorionic haematoma is the medical term for bleeding, or a build-up of blood, between the wall of your uterus and the sac of membranes which are protecting …

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Does it matter what size your bump is

WebThe fact is, there's no perfect size for your bump. And size is no indication of your baby's weight, either. "Mums-to-be are forever comparing bumps,' says midwife Lorna Bird. "But …

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Can you eat runny or soft-boiled eggs when you're pregnant

WebCooking times. If you’re more comfortable cooking your eggs well during your pregnancy, follow these guidelines: Boiled eggs - a medium‐sized egg should be boiled …

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Decoding the red book MadeForMums

WebWe guide you through how to use it. Shortly before or just after your baby is born, your health visitor will give you a free Personal Child Health Record (PCHR), more commonly …

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Baby poo chart by age in colour and consistency MadeForMums

WebTo help you make sense of the myriad poo hues and textures you may see in your baby's nappies over their first 6 months (and more), we have – with the expert …

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Is it safe to be near someone with shingles when I'm pregnant

WebThis means that it is possible to get shingles while you are pregnant. Generally, the condition is mild and there is no risk to your baby because you already …

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Coughing when pregnant: expert GP advice MadeForMums

WebThe hormones of pregnancy, plus the weight of your baby bump can put extra strain on your pelvic floor – which is a hammock of muscles that supports the …

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Top 10 alternative therapies for pregnancy and birth

WebAvoid deep, kneading massage in pregnancy. 8. Osteopathy. This can help your body adjust to the weight of your baby. Both osteopathy and chiropractic can relieve breathing …

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Family health, bathtime and skincare products

WebMFM Awards 2023 Winners — Family health, bathtime and skincare products. From baby-friendly bubble bath to pampering products for new parents, …

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Amanda Holden recovering from serious complications after …

WebKim Hookem. Amanda Holden, 40, is recovering in hospital after serious complications arose during the birth of her second daughter Hollie Rose Hughes. The Britain’s Got …

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Boots Digestive Health Probiotic and Prebiotic

WebBoots Probiotic and Prebiotic supplements contain both the common ‘friendly bacteria’ Lactobacillus acidophilus, found naturally in the human gut, and the ‘food’ necessary to …

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How safe are BabyBjörn baby carriers

WebAccording to the Swedish brand, it does. Very aware of the criticism being levied against its carriers BabyBjörn says it has consulted medical experts and can confirm its carriers are …

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