sweeta2011 replied to topic Babys Gender
I find out I can't resist, plus i enjoy buying the "boy" or "girl" clothes, so exciting
sweeta2011 replied to topic Luteal phase
From what i have read, the Luteal phase is what people refer to as DPO (days past ovulation). It basically starts at ovulation and ends the day before your period. The phase usually lasts and avera...
sweeta2011 replied to topic heart rate 12weeks
Nothing to worry about I was alarmed at first when i heard my baby's heart beat but they do beat really fast when they are at 12 weeks, 120-180 bpm is normal. It's likely to get slower a...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Can miscarriage give a negative pregnancy test after positives & doctor didnt test HCG levels!
Thank you all for your comments. They helped me feel more reassured. I called back the clinic and asked if they could test for HCG. The levels were 66.9 so they said that's a positive and thei...
sweeta2011 started new topic Can miscarriage give a negative pregnancy test after positives & doctor didnt test HCG levels!
Has this happened to anyone else? I'm trying to be positive but worried. So i'm 4wks 1 day past LMP, and tested positive 4 days ago with a First Response test. I was a bit obsessive and h...
sweeta2011 started new topic Life in Hamilton, NZ?? Daycare and good suburbs
Hi, Am considering moving to Hamilton, and was hoping someone may be able to tell me which daycares are good, and which daycares are to stay away from in Hamilton? Also does anyone know which sub...
sweeta2011 started new topic How much do you spend on a gift?
Hi All, Just wondering how much you spend on a gift if your child is invited to another child's party? Also do you spend more depending on the age? Wondering what sorts of gifts you buy for t...
sweeta2011 replied to topic 20 month old climbing out of his cot....... eeekkk!!!
Thanks so much for your responses, especially the one about the sleep bag. What a great idea!! I never thought of the sleep bag to prevent climbing. He had one during winter and it was great, but a...
sweeta2011 started new topic 20 month old climbing out of his cot....... eeekkk!!!
My son is about 20 months (1¾ years). While we were away recently he managed to climb out of his porta-cot, and now can almost climb out of his proper cot at home... only a matter of time. I should...
sweeta2011 replied to topic bad breath in newborns
Hi there, I have heard that a persons stomach can be a source of bad breath too (not just the mouth). If poor digestion or constipation occur, gas can come up from the intestines and cause the bad ...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Working mums- how do you fit it all in?
I totally hear you!! There never seems to be enough hours in the day. My son is almost 16 months, and my husband & i both work full time. Definitely helps to keep organise though. Here are some of...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Toilet training a 15 month old
Thanks for all your replies Not sure if this sounds like a silly question, but how do you know when your child is about to go to the toilet. Cause i really have no idea (except for the occassional...
sweeta2011 started new topic Toilet training a 15 month old
Has anyone every heard of Elimination Communication? I heard of this theory where you can toilet train a baby. At first it sounded like too much pressure to put on a young one, but a lot of people...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Anyone used cranial osteopath for babys reflux/upset tummy
Took our son to an osteopath a few times. Each time the osteopath would say "he might be a bit unsettled for a day or 2, but that's normal". The Osteopath didnt work at allllllll and i was left wit...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Removing the Dummy
I have heard you can try cutting a tiny small piece off the dummy. It makes it less appealing to suck but still has some benefit. Then you can cut more and more until there isn't anything left.
sweeta2011 replied to topic Elkie hair straightener
Never tried it, but before i buy a product i always read online reviews (what others are saying). A quick look at the reviews for this one seem to be good though
sweeta2011 replied to topic daytime sleeps 14 month old
Hi, don't feel bad as you are just trying to do what you think is best for your son I am wondering though if he is just grumpy from other causes like hungry or thirsty, hot, cold, bored, or teeth...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Bath vs Shower?
Don't worry about what they say I totally hear you on the time saving. I started giving my son showers when he outgrew his little baby bath (so a few months old). He loved the shower, has never ha...
sweeta2011 replied to topic Delaying Immunisation
We are in New Zealand. From what i understand it will be 3 injections, (1 for HiB, 1 for Measles/Mumps/Rubella, and 1 for Pneumococcal). But i might be wrong. For the last series my son had 1 inj...
sweeta2011 started new topic Delaying Immunisation
I have been reading recently about delaying a child's immunisation until they are a bit older, and doing them individually (ie. only 1 injection at 1 time). Am concerned about a reaction to them. A...
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