is clamped and cut. The remaining stump will dry-out and blacken and, after 10 to 21 days, drop off. It might look a bit unpleasant, but dont worry; it isnt hurting your baby. Try to keep the surrounding area clean and dry. Its a good idea to fold your
% less sperm. Increasing his intake of folic acid can improve the quality of his sperm and fertility. 4. Make sure he takes a vitamin and mineral supplement, especially one which contains Vitamin C, A, zinc, selenium and coenzyme Q10.5. Check whether his
So when Beth gave birth to baby Logan on October 1, 2008 he really was a miracle baby.Born by C-section at 39 weeks and 3 days, Logan weighed in at a very healthy 6lb 15oz (3.14kg).Beth had previously undergone several surgical procedures
A Dept of Health report out today (30th Sept 2010) recommends that pregnant women should be offered free swine flu vaccinations as part of the NHS seasonal flu campaign, to safeguard against a resurgence of swine flu.Govt Director of Immunisations
that the prize-winner incurs whilst attending The Baby Show. All valid entries must be received by the closing date: 8 February 08. By entering the competition the winners agree that they will be available for the dates 29 February 2 March 2008 inclusive
after having a show at 20 weeks. Baby Charlotte weighed just 2lb 1oz and spent 11 weeks on oxygen in hospital before she was allowed home.Sarah's second baby was born even earlier at 23 weeks weighing a mere 1lb. Tiny Isabelle spent 18 weeks in hospital
units.A survey of maternity services carried out by the Healthcare Commission and published in January 2008 found significant variations in the quality of care offered across England and Wales.The Commission ranked 22% of maternity services as ' fair
baby's also changing, daily, before your very eyes. 1. She's nearsighted, and has been since birth: objects eight to 15 inches away are most clear. But her vision's improving and she's starting to see further. In her first two weeks she only saw
bottle.He won't necessarily catch a cold in his first winter, but if he has a temperature you can give him a dose of infant paracetamol (follow instructions carefully). If his temperature goes over 38.2˚C/101˚F and isn't coming down, contact your GP
substances like cadmium and lead in the blood. If you smoke you're more likely to have lower levels of vital fertility hormones and it will take you longer to conceive. If you need help stopping, call Quitline on 0800 002200. You need to take care with over
