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...baby. formula can never compete with mother’s breastmilk even if it claims to contain all the same substances. colostrum is contained in breastmilk for the first few days after birth which...

what are nipple shields and should i be using them? nipple shields are used if baby wont take the breast or for sore nipples nipple shields are silicone covers designed to make the nipple more...

is my milk supply low? if you have established that your baby is feeding successfully by using the correct latch on technique and are still concerned that your milk supply has depleted then there are...

...baby is having difficulty latching on then it may be best to breastfeed separately so you can give him/her your undivided attention. there are different positions you can try for simultaneous...

...baby. by the time you have developed any symptoms of an infection you have already been breastfeeding for several days, by continuing to nurse you will give your baby the best protection against this...

how often should my child's eyes be checked? regular eye exams are essential in order to monitor your child's eyesight. your baby will have his first eye exam in the delivery room. his eyes will...

how can i make my house safe for my child's eyes? as your baby learns to crawl and begins to explore her surroundings you will need to child proof your house to prevent eye injuries. as soon as your...

what does a comprehensive eye exam involve? a comprehensive eye exam will check visual acuity and how the eyes are aligned. when your baby reaches six months of age you will need to schedule a...

...baby and it can affect visual acuity and the effectiveness of refractive eyewear. it is thought that during pregnancy less tears are produced which can lead to dry eyes. the eyeball can also change...

...baby's eyes (20 to 30cm away) talk to your baby as you move about the room (this will encourage her eyes to follow you as she hears your voice) hang a brightly coloured mobile over her cot. give...

how can i protect my child's eyes in the sun? protecting your baby's eyes in the sun is extremely important the sun’s rays can be really tough on a child’s eyes but there are a few...

...baby and toddler groups etc. doing some grocery shopping. preparing the children's meals and feeding them. light housework such as tidying, cleaning, hoovering, emptying the dishwasher etc. an au...

can i freeze my food? freezing large quantities of baby food is a really great time saver and will keep baby foods for up to 8 weeks. yes, you can freeze your food. in fact, it is a great idea to make...

is organic food better? many parents wonder whether or not it is beneficial to feed their children exclusively organic food. organic foods are not necessarily any better for your baby than non-organic...

what foods can i start with? there are lots of wonderful first foods for your baby to try including puréed vegetables, fruit, and baby cereals. when you start feeding solid foods to your baby...

what if weaning doesn't work? if you're having problems weaning your baby it may be that they just aren't ready. take a week or two to resume milk feedings and try again. if your baby shows no...

...baby will eventually become used to. it is also important to remember that this is not an all or nothing process, as you will still be giving your baby their milk feeds. how to wean is not an exact...

...baby and introduce solid food, but being prepared helps. there is a variety of baby weaning products on the market today but all you really need are a few simple utensils. the basic equipment you need...

what do i need to know about weaning? weaning is a gradual process which takes a lot of patience and practice to get right! it can take a few weeks or in some cases a few months before your baby is...

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