My son was 9 months old and his sleep habits were in a word, exhausting. Every night felt like I was preparing for battle. Armed with coffee and a jukebox full of lullabies, I waited for the inevitable cry from his crib. I clung to the hope that a miracle would occur, and that my
Continue Reading...Pregnancy Melasma (Chloasma): Causes And Treatment
Melasma, or chloasma, is a common skin condition characterized by the dark to gray-brown patches on the face. The patches usually occur on the forehead, nose, chin, upper lip, and cheeks, giving the condition another name, the “mask of pregnancy.” You may also notice these patches on other parts of the body, such as the
Continue Reading...Helping your toddler to talk
The more you chat to your toddler, the more opportunities she is likely to have to learn how to talk. But bear in mind that all children are different and learn to talk at different rates. How can I help my toddler learn to talk? The more fun your toddler has learning new words, the
Continue Reading...Tantrums
Why your child has temper tantrums A temper tantrum is the emotional equivalent of a summer storm — sudden and sometimes fierce. One minute you and your child are in a cafe enjoying your lunch, the next minute he’s whimpering, whining and then screaming at the top of his lungs because his straw is bent.
Continue Reading...What do contractions feel like?
It can be hard to know when contractions are the real deal. What will they feel like and how painful will they be? We asked some BabyCentre mums about their experiences to give you an idea of what to expect. What do early contractions feel like? “I could feel my stomach harden and felt the
Continue Reading...Seven steps to creating a successful baby routine
Getting your baby into a routine with regular naps, feeds, and fun activities can make life easier for both of you. So here are seven great ideas for creating a routine that works for you and your baby. Teach your baby the difference between night and day Many babies mix up their days and nights
Continue Reading...14 (Very) Early Pregnancy Symptoms
Think you’re pregnant? If you’re the impatient type, here are the most common first symptoms of pregnancy that can start as early as the week before your period. If you’ve already experienced a few, it may be time to head to the drugstore to pick up a pregnancy test or schedule an appointment with your
Continue Reading...How can I help my child to start talking? (Video)
Health visitor Sara Patience describes how you can help develop your child’s language skills by talking and playing with her. Click the link below to check the video: https://www.babycentre.co.uk/v25007271/how-can-i-help-my-child-to-start-talking-video Read in Magazine
Continue Reading...Mood swings in pregnancy
During pregnancy, it’s quite normal to find that your moods become a bit unpredictable. You may be giggling away one minute, only to be crying for no apparent reason the next. Or perhaps you’ve become easily irritated, and nothing your partner says or does seems to help? Whatever it is you’re feeling, you’re not alone.
Continue Reading...What should you do if your baby gets sunburn
Your baby’s skin is very delicate. Despite your best efforts to protect her, unfortunately sunburn can occasionally happen. You may not realise your baby has sunburn straight away. It could take several hours before the redness and pain of the burn appears. If your baby’s sunburn looks red and sore: Soak a cloth in cool
Continue Reading...What sort of sunscreen should you use for your baby
Once your baby is six months old, you can use lotions or sprays that are specially formulated for babies and children. We can’t be completely sure of the safety or effectiveness of using sunscreens on younger babies. That’s why it’s recommended that you keep your baby out of the sun completely for her first six
Continue Reading...How can I help my child to do well at school
You’ve probably got two big hopes for your child as she starts school. You want her to be happy and you want her to do well. The trick is to remember that the two are linked. Your child won’t flourish if she isn’t settled. Getting off to a good start in reception will help to
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