Nutrition
Baby won’t sleep? Here’s 30 reasons why…
Sleep is the among the most talked about, and contentious of topics for mums to be, new parents, and even the most experienced of parents. What most of us have in common, is that we are not getting enough, we worry that our children are not getting enough, and lack of sleep can often lead to an unhappy…
Read MoreFresh lunchbox ideas for happy, energetic kids
I’ve been making lunches for my son for just over a year and I can see the difference in his energy at the end of the day with different foods. Fresh foods, balanced ingredients, thoughtful baking the night before, means he’s a happy smiley (chatty!) kid. It’s a big learning experience for me, especially as…
Read MoreIntroducing the bottle
Whether you wish to introduce a bottle to give mom some flexibility (or a much-needed break); or decide to introduce formula feeds, the following suggestions may help you make a smooth transition. To continue breastfeeding: Wait until your baby is at least one month old and breastfeeding has been well-established – to avoid nipple confusion.…
Read MoreNutrition and sleep
If a child is not receiving adequate nutrition during the day, then it is common to experience catnapping, resistance at sleep times, frequent night waking and persistent crying due to an unfulfilled primary need (hunger). Frequent water intake and snacks throughout the day can also help to prevent behavioural difficulties in toddlers (due to low blood…
Read MoreThe low down on the dream feed
I get many parents asking me the what, why, how, and when of the dream feed. So let me share with you my response: WHAT? Put simply, a dream feed is commonly done between the hours of 10pm – 11pm (or before mum and dad’s bed time). It is a method used to fill the baby up with milk…
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