Curious about the sex of your baby? Have fun guessing with these old wives’ tales from around the world… Baby myth 1: It’s all in the stomach shape In Indonesia, it’s said that if your stomach sticks out, the baby is a boy. If it’s flat, then it’s a girl. There are...
Preparation for pregnancy should start at lest 3 months before conception. Once you have decided to get pregnant, sex, which is the ultimate, should be had not less than thrice a week. The Mechanism Behind Getting Pregnant. During intercourse about 300 million sperms...
Milk rash or Atopic Dermatitis is shown in the form of red spots on your baby’s cheeks. Because it is called as milk rash, many people think it is a skin disorder caused by breastfeeding . In fact , milk rash is not caused by breastfeeding. Milk rash is...
Eating healthy is a habit that should be picked up whether pregnant or not, however, it is significantly important to say that while pregnant, there are foods that should be kept away altogether. We compiled a list of foods (in no particular order) that should and...
Many women become concerned with their weight after giving birth. Many are concerned that they’ll never look the same as they did before being pregnant. Whilst its good to have a healthy balanced diet you need to be careful as a drastic change in diet can have an...
Your baby’s hair will change a lot during her first year so you have to make sure you look after it. How to Care for his hair and scalp Both the hair and scalp are sensitive and prone to dryness and breakage. Babies are born with fine and soft hair called Vellus hair....
A newborn baby’s skin is very soft and delicate. Here’s how to take good care of it in the first few months. Your baby’s skin is continually changing during the first part of his life, and 1 in 3 babies have some kind of skin sensitivity before the age of 3. Here’s...
Your baby puts a lot of things in his mouth. It’s showing curiosity and an important way for him to learn. But it is also an easy way for germs and bacteria to cause illness. So you need to make sure your baby’s mouth is clean and protected. The importance of cleaning...
Your baby’s skin is still developing its protective barrier so it is very prone to having skin conditions. It is important to be able to recognise exactly what skin condition your baby is suffering from so you can treat your little one and soothe his skin. Skin Rashes...
It can be a daunting task as parents to figure out the needs of a newborn, therefore we have put together the following baby essentials list to make it easier for you to prepare for your new arrival. Baby Clothes: Tempting as it is to fill a whole closet full of new...
A stuffy nose can often unsettle your baby – especially since new-borns only know how to breathe through their nostrils at first. Clearing your baby’s nose helps her to breathe much easier but understandably a lot of babies don’t like this removal process and many...
The care of your baby’s umbilical cord is important; you need to keep it clean to prevent infections so it falls off painlessly and naturally. We’ve got some how to tips on keeping your little one’s belly button clean and healthy. Umbilical Cord As a new born, your...
It is so amazing to think something so small creates so much disruption. So much happens to a woman emotionally and physically following the birth of her child, these postpartum changes usually last for about 6-8 weeks, until you start to feel in control again. During...
Bathing a small baby is lovely, but you might be a bit nervous about doing it. Here’s how to make baths enjoyable – for both of you. The prospect of giving your baby his first bath can be a little daunting, but with a bit of preparation it’s easy. First of all, pick a...
Teething can be painful time for you and your baby. It’s a distressing process that your baby has to go through but there are ways you can ease the pain of teething and provide some comfort. When does Teething Start? It usually starts when your baby is around 6 months...
With your baby spending so much time on their back while they sleep, they need some tummy time while they’re awake! Most of your baby’s vital developments occur when they’re on their tummies. Lying on their back is the safest position whilst they sleep, so during the...
As your toddler starts playing more with other children, the issue of sharing can come up. Here are some tips for encouraging sharing skills. Many toddlers have trouble sharing, and while it’s perfectly normal, there are things you can do to help them through this...
There is so much advice about what you should and shouldn’t do when pregnant, you can easily get confused. To make it easier, we have a few myths you can safely ignore. Pregnancy myth 1: You can’t eat seafood when you’re pregnant Salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids...
