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Omega 3 – A lifetime of good health
What is Omega-3? These are groups of fatty acids characterised by the presence of double-bonds in the alpha carbon chains. The two important groups are the Omega- 3 and Omega-6, due to the location of the double- bonds in the molecule. They then constitute the polyunsaturated fatty acids (pufa) Source They are not synthesised and…
What kind and how much?
It is common knowledge that who you are later in life is highly influenced by how you were brought up. Therefore, it is important that you give the best foundations to your children early enough. In this case, early means when dear baby is forming in your womb! When we plan to invest in our…
Peanut allergies
Causes and how to handle them It may sound funny. It did to me when I first heard of it. The truth is some people are allergic to peanuts. Their bodies react, sometimes violently, to peanuts or anything that has peanuts as an ingredient; for instance peanut butter or chocolate. It is difficult to avoid peanuts because unlike,…
Low breast milk supply solutions
The most effective techniques to resolve low breast milk supply and to boost your breast milk production are those THAT ADDRESS THE MOST LIKELY CAUSES. In many cases, there will be a combination of causes, not just one. There is, therefore, no one-solution-fits-all for low breast milk supply. Increasing breast milk production is rather personalised.…
Tears without sobs – there’s a problem
The trickling down of tears is one of the many forms of expression in human beings. There are tears of joy and tears of pain. However, for newborns, though they cry, they do not have the capacity to produce tears, at least not until the end of the first month. It is around this time…
Don’t just do everything
Seek help from others Support systems are essential and as a mother, you need to fight the initial desire for isolation once the baby is born and lean on your system. As a mother, it can be overwhelming to behold and nurture a new life. Your baby has filled your world and you find that…
Did you know? 35a
A newborn’s senses start functioning from the moment they are born. From their first gurgle to the first smile, its never too early to start communicating with your baby. www.bbc.co.uk The muscle that lets your eye blink is the fastest muscle in your body. It allows you to blink 5 times a second. On average,…
Care of the baby’s face and hair
Bathing a newborn is an opportunity for both baby and mother to band and interact through touch. It is alright for the mother to feel a bit nervous, especially if the baby is fussy. Nevertheless, it takes the baby a few baths and once the practice is routine, then he will happily splash the water…
Kinder – bites
There is something about your children’s growth that inspires you to try out as many recipes as possible— so that they clear up their plate every meal time. With their fluctuating appetites, you will have to experiment with various types of food. Here, we discuss the making of banana bread that can be eaten in…
IS YOUR BABY ILL?
Hey there Mums and Dads,
In this article, we get to delve into what should (and should not) concern us with our newborns, in a far as their health and wellness is concerned. First time parents are especially prone to overreact and panic, when they observe the slightest change in their babies. Get to understand and notice different signs and symptoms that should be taken as indicators of illness and discomfort with your little ones.
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