Are you thinking of trying extended breastfeeding? While the majority of moms are relieved to stop breastfeeding when their baby turns one year old, some go on to provide extended breastfeeding to their little one.
So, what exactly is extended breastfeeding and is it something you should seriously consider? Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know in order for you to make the right decision for you. [Read more…]
The number of safety gate related injuries appears to rise year upon year. In fact, some experts claim the number of injuries occurring due to safety gates has quadrupled over the past 20 years. So, does this mean you should get rid of the gates completely? Not at all. However, it does mean you need to ensure you’re using them correctly.
Here, you’ll discover how to ensure your baby gate is safe to minimize the risk of accidents. [Read more…]
All parents get extremely anxious when it comes to leaving their baby for the first time. Whether it’s for an hour, a day or an entire weekend away – it can be terrifying being away from your little one.
Since they arrived home, you’ve been with them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. So, separation anxiety, regardless of how long you’ll be away from your little one, can be difficult to deal with.
If you’re planning on heading out without your little one in tow for the first time, below you’ll discover 10 essential tips which you may find useful.
Introducing your baby to allergens is always going to be a worry. However, there are ways to ensure you’re doing it in a safe and controlled manner. Thanks to the internet, there’s a plethora of advice on how and when to introduce allergen-rich foods to your little one.
The guidelines over when to introduce allergens to babies has changed dramatically in recent years. A study carried out in 2015, known as the LEAP trial, revealed babies were more likely to have a peanut allergy if they avoided peanuts compared to babies who were introduced to them early. Even babies who were considered to be at high risk of a peanut allergy were found to have no reaction when introduced to them early on.
The results of this study changed the guidelines on when allergens should be introduced. Now, experts recommend introducing your little one to allergens within their first year. The question is, how should you do it?
Below, you’ll discover the top tips for introducing baby to allergens you’ll want to follow. [Read more…]
Let’s face it, the thought of taking your baby on a plane can be utterly terrifying! Whether you’re jetting off on a short haul flight, or you’re facing long hours on a plane with your little one, there’s always a risk they could launch into an epic screaming meltdown.
One of the best ways to avoid this potentially stressful scenario, is to try and get baby to sleep on the plane. However, as any parent knows, getting baby to sleep on demand is no easy feat.
Travelling with your baby brings so many benefits, so it’s a shame many parents miss out due to the fear of being trapped on a plane with a screaming baby. Here, you’ll discover 10 tips to get baby to sleep on a plane to help ease your anxiety and ensure you enjoy travelling with your little one. [Read more…]