Get Your Baby Out Into The Fresh Air

By: Heather Owens

Breathing in fresh air - there’s nothing quite like it. For baby, too, it’s very important to get out in the fresh air regularly, if you possibly can. If not, try and make sure the nursery is well ventilated, allowing a reasonable flow of fresh air through the room.

Stale, stagnant air tends to harbour germs and dust mites, neither of which does baby any good. Avoid enclosing the crib with curtains or anything else that might restrict the flow of air.

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The Benefits of Infant Massage

By: Anne Morris

Most mothers instinctively lovingly massage their babies. Perhaps it was by understanding this and observing the effect upon the infant that the idea of infant massage was born.

Actually infant massage has been in practice for many years. But recently its popularity has taken off worldwide. It should really come as no surprise since both babies and parents enjoy the benefits. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits of infant massage below:

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Making the Most of Those Monthly Baby Checkups

By: Carolyn Joana

Even healthy babies spend a lot of time at the doctors clinic. Well-baby checkups, which are scheduled every month or two during the first year, allow the doctor to keep track of your baby’s growth and development, ensuring that everything’s on target.

But they’re also the perfect time for you to ask the long list of questions you’ve accumulated since your last visit, and to walk away with a wealth of advice on how to keep your ‘well baby’ well.

Here are some tips to help you make the most of your monthly baby checkups.
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