On average newborn babies weigh between 7.4 and 7.8lbs however the healthy range is typically 5.5-10lbs for girls and 5.6-11.2lbs for boys. There are a number of different factors that will contribute to a newborn’s weight so don’t worry if you’re baby isn’t in line with the average. Over the next few months your baby’s […]
Becoming a Grandparent is an amazing experience and one you may have been hoping for, for a while now. Being a grandparent is very different to being a parent and it comes with new experiences and new challenges. It is important that as a new grandparent you think of the parents and their wishes when […]
Buying a gift for a baby shower can seem like quite a daunting task, especially if it is your first shower or you’re not sure of exactly what the new mum is wanting. There are a few options for baby shower gifts, you may choose to go for a smaller keepsake and save a big […]
Carrying a car seat isn’t easy; the seat itself can be rather heavy and then couple that with a growing baby and it’s just going to get heavier and heavier, so it is important that you know how to carry a car seat correctly and safely. Carrying a car seat can put a lot of […]
August is wellness month and more specifically the 15th August is national relaxation day so get ready for some pampering. This goes for absolutely everyone, but we know that as parents we really need some wellness and relaxation. As parents we spend our time looking after others, but wellness month is the perfect chance to […]
Many expectant parents will pack their hospital bag a couple of months ahead of the due date; around 32-35 weeks. By 28 weeks it is a good idea to start considering what to put in your bag and making a list, this way you can get organised and purchase any necessities which you may not […]
The key to helping babies learn to self soothe is to establish a good, calming nightly routine. Setting a consistent bedtime is another important factor; it encourages a consistent sleeping pattern which has numerous benefits. Babies also need plenty of chance and time to figure out how to sleep on their own. All of these […]
If you think that you’re pregnant you may be wondering how early you can detect pregnancy. If you’re trying to get pregnant you may be keen to test as soon as you feel you’re experiencing early pregnancy symptoms however testing too early can be a waste of money and heartache if you get back a […]
Preparing for a new baby is such an exciting time. Decorating a nursery, buying furniture and setting up all of your baby paraphernalia makes it easy to forget to get your family pet ready. It can be daunting introducing your baby to your fur baby but while you’re using the nine months preparing every other aspect of […]
It wasn’t that long ago that pregnant woman were bubble wrapped and told to do little to no exercise and due to this older way of thinking, it can be worrying thinking about what exercise you can do while pregnant. However, maintaining an exercise routine throughout your pregnancy can help you stay healthy and feel amazing. In […]