Transitioning into Parenthood

For some couples the transition into parenthood is filled with wonderful, exciting memories, and for others filled with anxiety and stress. Most men and women will experience a mix of emotions as they move through the series of changes which is the rite of passage to parenthood – preconception, pregnancy, labour, birth and the newborn period. The wisest advice I can give for couples contemplating... Read more

Stretch Marks – A Pregnancy Problem

Around 90% of pregnant women develop stretch marks through the course of their pregnancies, so it’s more likely that you’ll have them than not. They occur as reddish streaks around the abdomen and breasts, and sometimes on the thighs, hips and upper arms. Wherever there is weight gain on your body, there is a likelihood of stretch marks. Over time they’ll fade, but unfortunately, stretch marks... Read more

The Benefits of Babywearing

by Anita Lincolne-Lomax Babywearing = balancing you and your baby’s needs. Babywearing is an instinctive parenting style where a baby is held close to the parent in a sling or a pouch for a substantial part of the day. It allows a busy parent the freedom to continue their normal daily routine while providing the richest and most desirable environment for their child. BENEFITS FOR BABIES EMOTIONAL... Read more

Should my baby be wearing cotton sleepwear?

With so many children experiencing allergies, it’s hard to know what to avoid, but many children suffer skin conditions that are specifically linked to the clothing they wear. We all know that babies and infants have tender, sensitive skin and this is why it is important to recognise any rash or itching as soon as it occurs. Here are some preventive measures you can take to avoid this common problem. 1)... Read more

Guilt the leading symptom of coughs and colds – findings show

Do you feel guilty about taking time off work when you’re sick? Spare a thought for working parents who are forced to suffer feelings of guilt if they take time off to care for their sick children. According to research commissioned by Vicks, 34 percent of working parents experience feelings of guilt when they take time off work to look after their sick children and a further 16 percent report it... Read more

How Baby Massage Helps with the Bonding Process

When you hold your baby, stroke his skin, look into his eyes and speak to him in a loving voice, the bonding process is taking place. Close physical proximity along with tender-loving attention can play a key role in maintaining the mental and physical health of your child, regulating his immature body and brain systems. Each time you spend quality, one-on-one time with your baby, you are exchanging... Read more

Commission Programs for your Website

Commission programs are a great way of attracting new customers to your website. Today we will look at Clixgalore which offers great commission programs for Australian Businesses ClixGalore Clixgalore is a popular commission program which is used on Babyuniverse and may other Australian small, medium and large business websites. Clixgalore offers programs tailored at both Merchants or affiliates. Merchant... Read more

10 easy ways to encourage your kids to eat healthier

Article by Sam from Wholesome Productions     1. Cook with your kids. We have found that fussy eaters are much more likely to try food they have played a part in making, which gives you a great opportunity to introduce them to new healthy ingredients.     2. Visit a farmers market. While taking the kids to the supermarket can be a daunting experience with all that colourful pre-packaged... Read more

How to get Best Fitting Maternity Jeans by Sweet Lilly Maternity

Congratuations if you’ve just found out that you’re pregnant! You know when you need to start purchasing maternity clothes when you start bursting out of your favourite jeans and they gradually starting falling down your hips! This is the point where you can either experiment with the various belly fasteners that are currently on the market to try and get more mileage out of your pre-pregnancy... Read more

Massage is good for your baby!

  Infant massage is a therapy that is gaining importance worldwide, as parents seek alternatives to conventional remedies. For centuries, women have been massaging their babies in other countries as a way of soothing, bonding, and enhancing the overall health and wellbeing of their child. Who should be aware of Infant Massage? Well, the obvious ones are mothers, & pregnant women, but also... Read more

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