Baby’s mealtimes can be a stressful part of the day, but it can also be lots of fun and a chance to share some learning with your baby. How long does my baby need to eat a meal? It’s important your baby has time to experiment with their food, to squish and squeeze, as well …
If your baby is around 6 months you might wonder if you need a follow on milk which you see advertised. Anna, our Baby Weaning expert explains why it’s not necessary. Should I change my baby to a follow on milk? There are several follow on formula milks available in supermarkets so you may be …
Anna, our registered Nutritional Therapist, looks at some reasons for fussy eating in children. Anna works with children and women in Bristol or via Skype. There may be aspects of your child’s diet which can influence their attitude to food, or there might be things to consider about your expectations and attitudes. Here are some …
Why is my child a fussy eater? 7 reasons your child may be a food refuser Read More »
‘Baby brain’ is what we say mothers get when they are tired, forgetful can’t cope with the fast pace of society. It’s seen as a negative thing, perhaps because we live in a society where the values of science, maths and logic are valued above everything else. We can choose to see this period of …
Tips on how to influence and support your children’s gut health by our registered nutritional therapist Anna. Anna works with families including children to identify the optimal diet for individual health. Are you always using antibacterial handwash, sanitising your children’s hands at the park or bleaching away the bacteria in your kitchen? You might be …
Is your child too clean? The role of bacteria in children’s gut health Read More »
With cold and flu season here, the next time you or your children are poorly, you may be reaching for the paracetamol to reduce their fever. It’s natural to worry about your child’s high temperature and want to reduce their symptoms. But research shows that we actually need to thank our fever for helping fight …
Fevers: How to manage a child’s high temperature Read More »
In a recent 1:1 weaning session yesterday I met a one year old who had become very fussy about eating suddenly, and seemed to reject a lot of foods that were accepted before. Sound familiar to any of you?? We often hear parents saying ‘My 12 month old won’t eat, and they were brilliant before!’ …
Help! My 12 Month Old Won’t Eat – 10 Tips For Feeding a One Year Old Read More »
Are you trying to conceive? So much attention is focused on a woman’s fertility because our reproductive systems and hormones are more varied and complicated. You might be exercising, eating well, perhaps taking some herbs or acupuncture. You may have also thought about your partner’s sperm quality and it can be improved. But have you …
Do you have pregnancy diabetes? Take a look at our tips for managing this condition. What is Gestational / Pregnancy Diabetes? Gestational diabetes means you’ll have too much glucose in your blood. This happens because an increase in pregnancy hormones means you’re less sensitive to insulin, which helps glucose get into the cells where it can …
Pregnancy Diabetes – what is it and what to eat? Read More »
We hear a lot about the importance of skin to skin around the time of birth, and this is because the cuddling helps to release oxytocin for baby and mum. Skin to skin – Benefit to baby There are numerous benefits for the baby, and evidence has been shown from cases in NICU where babies …
Did you know cuddling your baby can help you with stress reduction? Read More »
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21/08/2019 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm |
Baby Massage private 1-1: KB |
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10/09/2019 – 01/10/2019 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Baby Massage – Long Ashton BS41 – September 2019 |
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11/09/2019 – 02/10/2019 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Baby Massage – Bishopston September 2019
KudaCan, Bristol |
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11/09/2019 11:30 am – 1:00 pm |
Private Baby Nutrition & Weaning Class – JD |
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19/09/2019 – 10/10/2019 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Baby Massage – Southville/ Ashton BS3 – September/ October 2019 |
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