I love the Baby Shows, the hussle and bussle and just plain madness of it all. But then I am not pregnant, nor am I pushing a hot, bored and irritable toddler around little stalls, dodging exhibitors and other parents alike.
So, if you are considering braving the Baby Show at Excel this weekend, you may [...]
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Surviving the Baby Show
20th February 2010
How to stop jaundice taking a hold of baby
15th February 2010
Your baby has finally arrived safely after months of ‘baking’ in the womb and hopefully a decent delivery. To your frustration though, the hard work and worry is far from over, as your baby struggles to wake and feed regularly, or latch onto the breast and feed effectively.
Read more...Does breast size matter?
8th February 2010
You have been told that your body will produce enough milk for your baby regardless of cup size, so why do you feel like your baby is never satisfied or is not gaining enough weight each week?
Read more...Breastfeeding tips everyone should know
3rd February 2010
A few practical tips can go a long way when it comes to breastfeeding – practical being the operative word! Things that are so simple or obvious but need to be pointed out because you are just too tired, teary or traumatised to work out for yourself! So I am here to point out those [...]
Read more...Sleeping like a baby
1st February 2010
One of the first questions I am usually asked at my Antenatal Breastfeeding Workshops, is ‘how can I get my baby to sleep?’
After months of broken sleep for both the expectant mum and dad, my clients are quite (very/desperately) keen to get their tiny tot into good habits from the start.
So this is what I [...]
Live webchat Monday 1 February
30th January 2010
Join me on Monday 1 February between 12pm – 1pm at www.babyexpert.com where I will be answering all your breastfeeding questions during a live chat!
You are more than welome to post your breastfeeding questions on the message board beforehand. Simply visit www.babyexpert.com and follow the link.
I look forward to answering your questions and helping you [...]
Why should dads miss out on this?
25th January 2010
It is sad to hear that 4 out of 10 fathers are not taking their entitiled paternal leave because they simply can’t afford it. In fact, there are still employers out there who simply deny fathers paternity leave at all. I feel we need to fight for a father’s right to stay home with his wife and newborn and benefit from full pay for at least 2 weeks!
Read more...Anatomy and low milk supply
19th January 2010
If 97% of mothers are more than capable of producing enough milk for their babies, why do so many mums cite low milk supply the catalyst in the demise of breastfeeding? Are we missing something? Are mums being told they don’t have enough milk by mistake? Are mums simply imagining things or just too tired to breastfeed and want a ‘get out clause’?
Read more...Knowing that your baby is getting enough food
18th January 2010
You have just had your baby and are still in a haze of awe and wonder at the tiny little feet and hands your baby has. Life is just perfect and you look forward to feeding, changing, bathing and growing together as a family.
For many new mums and dads, the magic [...]
Merry Christmas to all our new arrivals!
24th December 2009
It is such a wonderful time of the year and it will be even more special if you are celebrating your first Christmas with your little one!
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