our mid twenties so it's vital that young people accrue strong bone before then.'Foods that women should be eating a lot of during late pregnancy, to help build children with stronger bones, include: fruit and vegetables; yoghurt; wholemeal bread

’T …Think of hats and cover-ups as optional extras Always pop a hat on and cover limbs with loose cotton clothing. Sun protection should be the last line of defence to help boost other protection. 3 DO…Spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm Sun can

catching up with the chores. Be reassured: this intense phase will come to an end. You’ll still feel tired, but you won’t feel in such a desperate state.’‘Ensure you establish the difference between day and night to help your baby find a routine,’ suggests

then her diet has become incredibly restricted. If we try to interest her in other foods, she gets distressed.'Sounds familiar?Dr Catherine Dendy suggests two simple ideas to help: create an 'Exploring New Foods Chart' and an 'Eat Up Book'The Exploring New

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as prepared as possible will help you feel calmer and more in control. Heres what these new mums felt helped them...‘Have realistic expectations of your partner

, but occasionally it doesn't stop all pain and in very rare cases it doesn't work at all. If yours doesn't work, the anaesthetist can resite it. In most cases slight adjustments are all that's needed and changes in position and top-ups help reduce the pain,' says

, have less fizzy drinks and eat less fat.‘Similar results have been found if families eat together at the table as opposed to on the sofa in front of the television. Watching less TV also helps - prevent obesity in children.'Dos and Don't'sSusie Orbach

All parents want to help their baby make the most of every moment. And the fact is that from the minute he is born, your baby is already soaking up experiences through all his senses.Here's how to help him get the most benefit from those early days

Getting your child into a sleep routine can seem a daunting prospect, but establishing a soothing and predictable pattern will help your child settle down without fuss at bedtime. It will also help him to developing good sleep patterns as he gets