Category Archive for 'Feeding tips'

The days are becoming warmer for many of us at this time of year… which brings us to a common concern for parents of younger babies.
Should baby be given water in addition to his milk when the weather is hot?
On the whole, experts agree that it is unnecessary - and possibly hazardous - to give […]

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We received an e mail earlier this week from Cheow in Singapore who was horrified to find something nasty in her baby’s diaper.
His poo seemed to be full of little black threads. She told us “… they look like worms, but they are not moving. And there are LOTS of them!”
Of course, we are not […]

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Best Foods For a Mesh Feeder

You’ve bought a mesh feeder (also known as a teething feeder) for your baby because you’ve heard they’re a great way to allow your baby to feed himself safely.
But what on earth should you put in it?
One of the most popular foods given in a mesh feeder is banana - probably because pieces of […]

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Are Silver Spoons Better for Baby?

 
You’ve heard the expression ‘Born with a silver spoon in your mouth’ - but have you ever wondered how it originated?
It is used to describe a person born into wealth and privilege - but the expression actually has a far deeper meaning.
Back in the Middle Ages when The Plague was rife, the wealthy would encourage […]

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Babies Behaving Badly!

Last night we went for a family meal at a family restaurant. As we ate, we couldn’t help but notice the family seated next to us - Mum, Dad and their little boy (who they later told us was 16 months old).
They sat down at their table and - within minutes - their little boy […]

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Are Rice Cakes Gluten Free?

Many people assume that rice cakes contain no gluten at all and may be given to babies on a gluten free diet. This, however, isn’t always the case.
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye and is sometimes present in oats. Some individuals are intolerant to gluten and this can result in […]

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Our Top Ten Baby Food Tips

If you’re having any problems feeding your baby, then this list of our favourite baby food tips may provide the solutions!

Your baby won’t eat his veggies? Try stirring pureed vegetables into his favourite pasta sauce. He won’t even notice they’re there!
Don’t add salt to your baby’s food because his immature kidneys are unable to process […]

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