good hygiene.Speak to your doctor (GP) or call NHS Direct (0845 4647) for advice For more swine flu in pregnancy information visit NHS Direct
some research in advance. Find out who to contact about breastfeeding support and speak to them before the birth if possible.Empowering yourself about the services provided by your local NHS trust, where to get them and how to ensure you get the birth
Maternity Pay (SMP). This is 90% of your average pay for the first six weeks, then £106 per week, or 90% of your average earnings if this is lower, for the following 20 weeks. Do check your contract and speak to your boss as money can vary from employer
'll find he's still taking between six and eight feeds a day, while a bottlefed baby might take as few as four or five.2. Although he's a long way off speaking, his understanding of language is amazing. He already knows and understands all the common sounds
to find out who is there on the doorstep.Talk to your baby about what you're seeing and experiencing. Research has found that babies learn to speak more through feedback and social interaction than through merely imitating others. Experiments have found
. But it may be hard to find a midwife with experience in delivering breech babies naturally. If youre not sure whats best, speak to your midwife, who can advise you.Q What will happen if I decide to try a vaginal birth?A Tell the hospital in advance
Make sure your subject is calm and comfortable, Trevor advises not to build a childs expectations and excitement levels by telling them they are going to be photographed - instead speak calmly and slowly.Try to only photograph babies and children when
about a sleep plan that involved leaving a baby to cry, but I didn't want to do that. My husband Brian and I talked it over and decided to keep feeding her at night, but to put her back down again without speaking or fuss. Each evening, she'd be settled
medical advice or go to A&E. If you’re concerned about any symptoms, speak to your GP or call NHS direct (0845 4647).Don’t allow infection in the homeMake sure you disinfect surfaces, especially those you prepare food on. Wipe door handles with a surface
environment. Ask at your fertility clinic if they have a counsellor available, and if they don't, speak to your GP.Zita West, midwife and holistic practitioner who runs an IVF programme at her London clinic, recommends that as a couple you should aim to spend
