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What are the early signs of labour?
You're getting ready for one of the most monumental experiences of your life and you can't get thoughts of what your birth will be like out of your mind. What a journey it's been so far and what a journey you have ahead!Although you may have spoken to a million mothers and read a million books, ...
SaveWhat swim equipment do toddlers and preschoolers need?
Your little water baby has grown into a water toddler! So, of course, that means they've grown out of all their baby wetsuits and swim wraps. Are there any other pieces of equipment young children need on their swimming journey? At this point, your toddler shouldn't need swim nappies, so get ...
SaveWhat do I need to know about swim nappies?
It's finally happening - you're going to start swimming with your baby! And you can't help but wonder - But do they need nappies in the swimming pool? Do regular nappies even work in water? What can you do to prevent your little one from leaving an unpleasant surprise during pool time?Knowing ...
SaveWhen can my baby go in seas, rivers, and lakes?
You're at the seaside on a lovely sunny day with your little one. It's sweltering, and you're thinking it would be lovely to have a few minutes in the water to cool them down. But what are the rules about babies in outside water? Are they safe to go in rivers, lakes, and seas? Swimming outside ...
SaveWhy is my child afraid of water?
You've decided to teach your child to swim. Sure, you knew there'd be some difficulties, but they're so scared of the water that they don't even want to come to the poolside! You wonder - Are all children afraid of the water at first? Is there anything I can do to help my child when they're ...
SaveHow can I swim safely with my toddler?
As your little one grows from a baby to a toddler, you might think they need more freedom when it comes to splashing about in the water. However, that doesn't need to come at the cost of safety. You'll want your toddler to enjoy being in the pool, but you'll need to be aware of all the risks and ...
SaveWhat does my pregnancy look like at 29 weeks?
It can seem like an impossible task, trying to find out what happens to your body (and your baby) during pregnancy. From pouring over every single book that you can get your hands on, to clicking through pages of pregnancy group forums, it's very overwhelming! In our week-by-week series, we'll...
SaveWhat does my pregnancy look like at 34 weeks?
It can seem like an impossible task, trying to find out what happens to your body (and your baby) during pregnancy. From pouring over every single book that you can get your hands on, to clicking through pages of pregnancy group forums, it can be very overwhelming! In our week-by-week series, ...
SaveShould my child wear goggles?
Should my child wear goggles? You've finally started going to swim classes with your toddler, and you both adore it! But since then, your child has become a bit reluctant to put their face in the water. Is it time to start wearing goggles, and can they help your child become a better swimmer? ...
SaveWhat are some natural pain reliefs during labour? (Part 2)
As we mentioned in part 1, many women opt for natural methods of pain relief during labour, of which there are many. We previously explored methods such as staying active, relaxation techniques, TENS, self-hypnosis and giving birth in warm water.Now let's look at some other natural options you ...
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