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...baby is becoming independent. however, learning to do things like brush his or her own teeth, or get a bowl of cereal on his or her own is a big part of growing up, and important for your...

...baby, and the whole lot is pressing directly on your bladder. of course, you’re going to need to go to the toilet more! however, while you can’t solve the problem completely, there are a...

...baby, especially in the third trimester. but if you feel that the amniocentesis is necessary, you will need highly active antiretroviral therapy (haart) during the procedure to reduce the risk of...

how do i handle nappy rash? rash in the area where your baby wears her nappy is common. it is often caused due to your baby’s bottom being in a moist environment for too long. your baby’s...

...baby’s amniotic fluid is suctioned out to make room, and then the doctor is typically able to just pull the baby out. these are both best case scenarios and if something were to go wrong, there...

...baby places a lot of pressure on muscles, joints and veins. there are things that you can do to ease the cramping and discomfort that are part of a normal pregnancy. the ligaments that connect your...

introducing cow's milk: why am i supposed to wait till 12 months? understanding why your baby shouldn’t drink cow’s milk under 12 months many parents wonder why they cannot simply give...

...baby's development based the date they were due on, rather than their actual date of birth. delayed development can be caused by genetic disorders, accidents, serious illness and in some cases...

do i need chromosomal disorder testing? chromosomal testing – is it necessary? the obstetrician will ask you at your first booking, if you are at risk for having a baby with a genetic disorder...

...baby powder – the lid can dislodge and the powder can easily cause a blockage in your child's windpipe. 4 1

is it safe to have a chest x-ray during the first trimester? chest x-rays in pregnancy usually don't harm the baby. obstetricians may want a chest x-ray if you have or have had a positive skin...

...baby has implanted in is not large enough and will burst if the baby grows too large. for smoking mums, they are five times more likely to have an ectopic pregnancy. this is because the nicotine in...

how do i care for my newborn's skin? your newborn baby’s skin is not the stuff of magazine layouts and baby models. his skin is naturally dry and easily irritated. your newborn baby’s skin...

...baby seat in the front passenger seat, make sure to turn off the airbag first. children will often fuss about getting in their car seat or putting on a seat belt. you must start early and make it a...

how do i choose a good car seat? ensure that you have the right car seat for your child and that it is installed properly the car seat is the single most important piece of baby gear you have. make...

can you get a flu shot when pregnant? importance of maintaining yours and your baby’s health when pregnant is important to take every precaution to ensure you remain healthy and strong, but are...

...baby. reduce your exposure to formaldehyde and toluene by: • using a toluene and formaldehyde free nail polish, and use it once a week at most • try to have a colleague do the painting when...

...baby, but it didn’t mention birth defects. only a very small amount of these products will soak into your scalp during a treatment. if you decide to have your hair permed or straightened...

...baby is born. what your caregiver is looking out for is a sign of complications with your pregnancy. for instance, if your blood pressure rises sharply after week 20, you may be suffering from...

...baby for eight or nine months and then noticing blood could be even more worrisome. is it dangerous to bleed in late pregnancy? bleeding can happen at any point during pregnancy, but it doesn’t...