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Are you having twins? What to expect during pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding

Having a baby is exciting and challenging enough, but what if you’re having twins?

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Breast is definitely best

Breast milk is easy to digest and contains all the right amounts of nutrients your baby needs during their first six months of life.

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Vitamins and minerals during pregnancy

All nutrients are important, but if you are an expecting mom, some are more important than others. But with so many different ones out there, how do you know you are taking the right ones, and how much of each should you be taking?

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The great adventure of travelling with a toddler

The secret to a successful holiday with a toddler? Planning and catering the trip around the youngest member of your travelling party. It may seem unfair because they may be too young to even fully appreciate the trip, but keeping them happy will keep the rest of you happy.

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What are the baby blues?

Having a baby is meant to be one of the happiest and most exciting experiences, but why do you find yourself crying and feeling anxious about this new little life you are responsible for?

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Toddlers who hit

Hitting is one of those begrudgingly, normal stages in toddlers, however, that doesn’t mean that it is acceptable or something you should wait for them to grow out of. It’s something that you need to address as soon as it starts - before it becomes a nasty habit.

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Your new baby from head, shoulders, knees to toes

After living in a womb for around nine months, your little one needs some time to adjust to the outside world. Here are a few tips to help your new bundle of joy while she or he adjusts to life outside your womb.

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Healthy weight - gain when pregnant

Weight gain during pregnancy is a common concern for expecting mums. How much is normal? How can you make sure to not put on too much?

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Baby’s homecoming – what to expect?

Coming home with your new-born is a very exciting time, but it can also be a very daunting experience for many new parents. All too often expectations and reality are very far apart.

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Potty training – how to start

Is your little one able to tell when they need to wee or poo? If they are, it may be the perfect time to start saying goodbye to nappies.

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The struggle of shyness

As parents, we want the best for our children, this includes them being comfortable and confident in social situations.

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Bath time for your newborn

Bathing a newborn baby can be daunting at first, especially if your baby dislikes being in water. By making sure that your baby is well-rested, fed and feeling content before you begin, will help a lot in giving them the best chance to enjoy it.

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Expect to exercise while you’re expecting

Pregnancy comes with its limitations but exercising should not necessarily be one of them.In fact, exercise is extremely beneficial for pregnant women and their developing baby.

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When is it time to start potty-training?

Potty training is a major milestone for both children and parents. It may seem like a simple thing, but, not only does your child need to be biologically ready to give up nappies, they have to be emotionally ready. If they are not ready, don’t try to force it. Forcing it will just cause both you and your toddler extra frustration.

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Keeping the spark alive once baby’s arrived

Becoming a parent means that baby and their needs come first, but that doesn’t mean the relationship between you and your partner should take a back seat.

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Maternity wear – necessity or not to worry?

It’s normal to feel like you’ll need a completely new pregnancy wardrobe, but try to hold off on buying new clothes because you probably won’t need them until much later.

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8 tips to avoid food poisoning during pregnancy

You’re pregnant now and what you eat is what your baby eats – so make extra sure that your food is safe for you both!

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Tips to see you through morning sickness

One of the most common tell-tale signs of pregnancy is morning sickness. It’s not pleasant and no one has ever said it was the best part of their pregnancy, but there are ways to subdue the symptom to make it through your days.

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It’s time to prepare for a new baby

You’re happy about your new baby on the way and so is your partner, but does your older child(ren) feel the same?

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Beware of the medication you take while pregnant

As a pregnant woman or the partner of a pregnant woman, you know there are a number of foods you can no longer eat, but it’s also important to remember that there are medications you can’t take either.

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