UA current approach to pacifier use Pacifiers come in an infinite number of shapes, models, materials and sizes. In the face of such offer, mums might be left confused about which one is the right type for their baby and many might even wonder if it is really necessary to use one at all. Why[…]
It is very important for you to get advice on breastfeeding and baby care during pregnancy, asking for some external help but which does not interfering with the mom-baby bond. You need to feel supported, accompanied, listened to and comforted, taking into account the cultural, religious, ethnic, economic and other differences, and involving the father[…]
Your breast milk is the best and most complete food that your baby can receive. Your milk has all nutrients required for your baby’s healthy and immediate development and favors the baby’s good health during his or her whole life. Due to greater skin-to-skin contact, your baby’s psychical and physical evolution will be very valuable,[…]
Weaning is a major step in your baby’s nutrition and coincides with some important milestones in their development. At around the time your baby is ready for weaning, they can sit up unaided, can swallow soft foods and purées You will also notice that their eye-hand-mouth co-ordination is improving rapidly so they can pick up[…]
What’s the best time of the day to introduce a new food? The ideal time to introduce new foods tends to be lunchtime because baby might be too hungry first thing in the morning to wait for his or her milk until after tasting a new food. Also, if baby reacts to a particular food, dinnertime[…]
For babies iron is necessary for brain development and cognitive function as well as to prevent anaemia which can impact energy levels and growth Babies are born with sufficient iron reserves for the first six months of life – they come from mum’s diet and reserves so it is important to ensure you eat enough[…]