A healthy immune system is the key to preventing infectious diseases. We are all exposed to millions of germs every day, and vaccines only cover a tiny fraction of these germs. We have to rely on our own immune system to fight off most potential infections. Children and adults with healthy immune systems are also […]
Hidden goodness
Fortunately my family are fairly easy to get fruit and vegetables into, although admittedly some are easier than others. Despite this, I do like to sneak in extra goodness where I can. Hemp seeds contain high levels of protein and beneficial plant sterols that are important in the human body. Carun hemp seeds have an […]
How to protect babies and children against dry skin
Dry skin is a common problem in both adults and babies and children. Keeping well hydrated can help, as can a good moisturising routine and the use of products that do not dry the skin further. Dry skin is something that every member of our family has suffered with at some point in time so I am […]
Why home is better than hospital
How it used to be Years ago women stayed in hospital for a week to recuperate after having a baby. Babies were taken away so mums could sleep and when you returned home you stayed in bed and were looked after. NO MORE! Times have changed Changes in the approach and remit of medical staff, combined […]
Top tips for looking after Mummy and Baby
Mums and babes need a bit of extra TLC sometimes. Just think about all the hard work mums bodies do carrying babies and then giving birth to them. Add to this breastfeeding, and being on hand 24/7 for your new babe, and combine this with a whole host of physical and emotional changes and there […]
How to use your maternity leave: An interview with a Mumpreneur
Maternity leave can mean different things to different people with regards to how that time is spent. What is certain is that your maternity leave with your first child is likely to be different from subsequent maternity leave. My maternity leave with my first child was brief (5.5 months) and it flew past, but most […]
Winding techniques with babies
When a baby has wind it can be very distressing for other family members and very disruptive if you are out and about.Wind in babies tends to be more of a problem in the very early days when babies are very tiny and their digestive systems and other bits and bobs are all still so […]
Get “A little bit more” this term
So we are well into the next term already…crikey half term will be here before we know it at this rate! I really don’t know where the time goes! The juggling timetable of swimming classes and club, karate, guitar lessons, gymnastics, baby swimming classes, and ballet is back for us. The children might be back […]