Becoming a new parent is an exhilarating journey filled with love, joy, and, of course, challenges. Among these challenges is the daunting task of finding time for yourself – a crucial aspect for maintaining your well-being. This blog post is dedicated to all the new parents out there, looking for ways to carve out that […]
Ways to prepare your baby’s nursery for the hot months
Summer is coming and it’s time to think about ways to keep your baby’s nursery cool. And although air-conditioning makes life more comfortable, there are times when it’s not available, even an option, or you may just want to turn it off. Oh baby, you look so hot! Babies, like adults, are prone to heat-related […]
What’s normal for baby poo?
Baby poo changes depending on how a baby is fed. Most young babies poo a few times a day until their gut adjusts to digesting milk. It’s common for bowel habits to vary between individual babies and what’s normal for one baby may not be for another. Some babies poo many times each day, others […]
Tips for Keeping Your Baby Happy: Avoiding Nappy Rash
Introduction: Being a parent is a joyful and rewarding experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. One common concern that parents often face is nappy rash. Nappy rash, or diaper rash, can cause discomfort to your little one and worry for you. However, with some simple preventive measures and effective care, […]
Sudocrem: Barrier Cream for Adult Incontinence
Introduction: Adult incontinence is a common condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It can be a source of discomfort, embarrassment, and skin irritation. One way to alleviate the symptoms and protect the skin from further damage is by using a barrier cream. Sudocrem, is a zinc-based emollient (barrier cream) that soothes and protects skin […]
What are baby sleep cycles?
There’s lots of information around about baby sleep cycles and it’s easy for parents to become confused. However, just like the adults in their lives, babies’ sleep cycles vary depending on a range of individual factors. Their age, development, feeding, and environment all play a big part in the amount of sleep a baby needs. […]
What’s the best way to introduce our new baby to their siblings?
No doubt during your pregnancy you’ve spoken with your older children about the new baby coming. This will help to build excitement and avoid any big surprises when you come home with a small bundle to join the family. It can help for parents to do as much preparation as possible during pregnancy to prepare […]
Losing weight after having a baby – what’s healthy?
It’s common for new mothers to focus on losing weight after having their baby. Social media doesn’t help to create impossible expectations of returning quickly to pre-pregnancy shape and size. But the reality is that losing too much weight, too quickly after childbirth can compromise a new mother’s health and well-being. And if she is […]
Why night feeding needs a different approach
All babies need to wake at night and feed. This is because they can’t drink large amounts of milk at one time and their metabolism works quickly, emptying their stomach and digesting the milk. It’s not until around 6-7 months of age that many babies can sleep for longer, continuous periods without needing to wake […]
How to raise a kind child
We all want our children to be kind to others. After all, kindness and empathy are basic human skills which make life safer and more enjoyable. But it can be hard to know exactly how to encourage small people to be kind, especially when they often behave as if they’re the only ones who matter. […]
