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Fun and games with Rosie and friends
Join in the fun with Rosie and her friends as they explore the garden, in this interactive adventure.
Competition ends 31st May 2013Groups
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How does your baby grow?
Worried about your baby’s weight or height gain? Read our ABC to your baby’s growth in her first few years… The ABC to your baby’s growth After sizing up each other’s bumps in pregnancy, it’s the earliest way we parents compare our children – by their weight and height! But, although your baby’s weight and…
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Checks made at birth
When your baby is born the midwife or medical practitioner will carry out a couple of checks to ensure all is well with your baby. The checks are explained below… The Apgar score This is a check which the midwife does at one minute and then five minutes after your baby is born. It is usually done simply…
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Stub It Out and Stop Smoking For Your Baby
One in four pregnant women smoke – so why not choose today as the day you give up? It’s No Smoking Day today, so there will be plenty of support to help you make the change. Only 33% of female smokers give up during their pregnancy but you could be among the one in three who…
