Questions tagged nutrition

Hi Teressa, I would recommend you stick with looking for a medical solution with your doctor (even a new one if you`re not happy with the answers ...

Hi, I often suggest a feed/play/sleep routine with feed times of 2,6,10,2,6,10 the 2pm may not fit in with your day though and you might have to m...

Hi, If you continue to settle him on the breast he will pick this up as a new routine and wake on his light sleep looking for this same comfort. T...

Hi, You would expect to be offering one overnight feed until 6 months. The most important thing is that you teach baby to sleep independently so w...

Hi, You need to set the rules, a drink before bed and toilet after that keep putting him back to bed quickly and quietly only letting him know it`...

Hi There, Thank you for your email. To get started in baby sign language, it is important to start with just a handful of signs. Be sure ...

Hi, It’s important to stay cool (use shade) and keep hydrated during warm weather. If you are concerned about getting headaches and dizzine...

Hi Marianda, The Cancer Council recommends that you talk to your doctor first about using sunscreen on babies less than 6 months old. Babies and ...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. If the stamp was safe to be licked by you then there is no toxic substance on the stamp. There would be no harm to...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. This can happen at around 12weeks as the placenta starts working and morning sickness reduces. Try not to worry. ...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. Visit your pharmacist for an ongoing treatment you may have to treat the thrush for longer or use pessaries that a...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. Small for dates babies can occur sometimes without any reason. Your doctor will check the size of the baby regular...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. Your periods should return very soon, especially as you are weaning. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. It is advisable to go to your GP for a check up. I am not sure what it may be. You could even show it to your phar...

Hi Grace, Thank you for your enquiry. This newborn rash that you have described happens to all babies. It occurs around 3 – 5 weeks of age a...

Hi Alisha, Yes food can most definitely influence behaviour, what is in the food as well as the timing of meals. Firstly, hungry children can ...

Hi, Yes you can, that is fine, it’s a fabulous food! Lots of calcium and probiotics which are great for you both. Just watch out for so...

Hi, Well done, you have done a great job in feeding for so long, but I soooo understand you wanting your body back. I have included a couple o...

Hi, It`s not easy when they refuse an entire food group, I really do understand. The upside of the situation is the it is easier to get 2 serv...

Hi Nicole, Sounds like you had everything under control. Especially if the reflux has disappeared, but sadly yes, reflux can return. Has anything ...

Hi, It is never too early to establish a good routine. Our Controlled Comforting techniques for newborn to 6 months are all hands on and no leavin...

Hi Sarah-Jane, You do sound really confused and I think you need to start over and back to basics. I would even recommend a baby sleep centre, ask...

Hi, You need to be consistent with all sleeps for the program to work and follow the techniques carefully. She is having broken nights sleep so sh...

Hi Roula, He is probably experiencing 8 months separation anxiety at present and this will pass. Instead of just leaving him you could try our set...

Hi, Most people would believe that I am totally against co -sleeping with baby but I say you do what`s right for you. However when it comes to a p...

Hi, It`s a bit of a catch 22 because you are feediing through the night she won`t eat as much through the day. From about 6 months a baby should b...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. It sounds as if you are getting ready to go into labour but it is not established yet. It is advisable to go for a...

Hi Tenille, It is advisable not to wrap him anymore and also to try to get him to go to sleep on his own – no patting or rocking. This will ...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. The tightenings may be your body getting organised to go into labour but it is not labour yet. Labour is when you ...

Hi Tanya, Thank you for your enquiry. It is a World Health Organisation recommendation to breast feed all children until the age of two or later. ...