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b b Editor Rebecca Moore Features Editor Danielle Wilkins Sub Editor Natalie Keeler Editorial Assistant Annie Quinton Creative Director Chloë Collyer Designer Natalie Dourado, Annel Christopher Contributing Editors Clare Byam-Cook, Emma Cannon, Georgina Cohen, Marina Fogle, Chiara Hunt, Carole Middleton, Jade Parfitt, Natalie Pinkham, Kate Silverton, Zita West Publisher Caroline Scott Editorial Director Maxine Briggs Digital Media Manager James Dobson Marketing & Events Manager Georgie Walton Marketing & Events Executive Meagan Hyett Head of Market Lyndal Beeton Sales Executives Caroline Kimber, Jessica Knibbs Managing Director Paul Dobson Deputy Managing Director Steve Ross Finance Director Vicki Gavin Baby Hampshire is published by The Chelsea Magazine Company Ltd, Jubilee House, 2 Jubilee Place, London SW3 3TQ Tel: 020 7349 3700 | Fax: 020 7349 3701 Email: babylondon@chelseamagazines.com

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SHOP THE SEASON Celebrate the incoming warmer days with spring’s newest offerings 36 NATURAL SELECTION Have baby’s springtime style edit sorted with these new-season neutrals 34 BY ROYAL DELIVERY Clothes, gifts and toys fit for a little prince or princess 62 YOURS TO KEEP Beautiful furniture that’ll grow as your baby does

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PHOTOGRAPHER: SARAH WINBORN MODEL: CECILY Cecily wears cotton-blend dress, £72, Stella McCartney Kids at Harrods. Cotton towel, £14, Numero 74 at Smallable.

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28 IT’S EASY BEING GREEN The eco-friendly baby businesses dedicated to giving back 54 AND BREATHE… What is hypnobirthing anyway? Here’s all you need to know 58 AND HOW’S DAD? The rise in fathers experiencing postnatal depression 66 GOING GREEN The holiday destinations making a mark with their eco credentials 72 THE BEST START Your guide to understanding the different nursery options available

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BABY NEWS Keeping you up to date with all things great and small WIN! THIS PUSHCHAIR Tutti Bambini is giving away a stylish Arlo travel system DATES FOR YOUR DIARY What’s hot in Hampshire over the next two months THE GREAT OUTDOORS Emma O’Donovan shares her favourite nature-inspired reads PARTY TIME: NAMING DAY Carole Middleton shares her tips for celebrating your new arrival TOT GEAR NEWS What’s new and improved in baby kit, plus, we review the GB Pockit stroller

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49 Q&A WITH ZITA WEST The fertility expert shares her advice on boosting your unborn baby’s brainpower 50 THE BREASTFEEDING CAFÉ Clare Byam-Cook discusses breastfeeding on demand 51 THE REVIEW We put the best breast pumps to the test 52 MEET THE EXPERTS Advice from our panel of trusted healthcare professionals 57 TIME TO TALK Marina Fogle and Dr Chiara Hunt of The Bump Class discuss what your options are if baby is breech 65 TRAVEL NEWS The newest updates and escapes for young families 71 EDUCATION NEWS All you need to know from the classroom and beyond 74 MEET THE HEAD We catch up with Paul Marshallsay from Portsmouth High Nursery School 77 MINI AGENDA What’s going on in the county throughout May and June 82 INSPIRE Talking business with Catherine Gazzoli, founder of baby food brand Piccolo

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with the help of an epidural and a big push by my rather stoic mother. The medical world has changed a bit since then, so on p.57 we have super sisters Dr Chiara Hunt and Marina Fogle of The Bump Class telling us all about breech babies and what you can expect if you find yourself in that situation.

And speaking of new arrivals, we have been waiting – perhaps not so patiently – for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s third delivery with anticipation. We’ve also grabbed our crystal ball to predict a few ‘royal’ baby buys on p.34. And if you are exploring the idea of hypnobirthing for your labour, just as Kate Middleton is said to be, we have all you need to know on p.54.

And last but by no means least, a huge congratulations to our editor in chief Kate Freud, who welcomed her third baby, Willow Grace, on 23 March. Weighing 7lb 1oz, she joins older sister Georgia and big brother Jago. I’ll be keeping Kate’s seat toasty until she returns – hopefully with some of her sanity in tact!

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From turning old cereal boxes into garages for my Barbie’s cars and running around the garden heroically saving caterpillars from “extinction” by rehousing them in old butter containers, to – as a fully fledged adult – having an unnerving obsession with Recycling Day and frantically turning off lights, it’s safe to say I’ve always tried to do my bit when it comes to being conscious of the world we live in.

The fact that the nappies once used on my somewhat smaller bottom are still sitting in landfill, I have to say, does make me question some of my own lifestyle choices. I’m not about to set up camp to live a wholly selfsufficient life, but this issue we’ve decided to take a step back to appreciate this fabulous earth we’re lucky enough to live on.

The baby world is full of some truly inspiring brands, many of which are just as kind to the environment as they are to our children. We celebrate some of our favourite companies who are giving back with various eco initiatives, one of which even plants a tree for every pushchair sold – check it out for yourself on p.28.

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The new-season collection from Portuguese label Grace Baby & Child has got us weak at the knees. Inspired by the coast and the countryside of northern Portugal, where everything is designed and locally made in small quantities, the gorgeous pieces feature nautical references and vintage details in a palette of sea green, indigo and salmon pink. Sizes start at newborn. gracebabyandchild.com

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THANKS TO A £3 MILLION HERITAGE LOTTERY FUND, GILBERT WHITE’S HOUSE MUSEUM IN SELBORNE HAS UNDERGONE MASSIVE REFURBISHMENT. ON SATURDAY 12 MAY THERE’LL BE A FREE FAMILY OPEN DAY WITH ENTERTAINMENT, ACTIVITIES AND CRAFTS, ALONGSIDE THE LAUNCH OF THE NEW INTERACTIVE HANDS-ON GALLERIES! GILBERTWHITESHOUSE.ORG.UK

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NEWS

TIME TO TWIN

The new matching onesies from Mori are perfect for a bit of mum and baby twinning. Made from the softest organic cotton and bamboo, the full-length bodysuits come in both blush pink and grey marl, and feature scratch mitts for baby and nickel-free poppers at the neckline for easy breastfeeding. Buy together or separately, with sizes starting from newborn. From £29.50, babymori.com

AS NATURE INTENDED Marks & Spencer has gone green with a new range of organic baby clothing. The cotton range features sweet animal characters in a unisex palette, choose from sleepsuits, cardigans, bibs and more, with great outfits for gifting, too. From £6, marksandspencer.com

FRENCH CONNECTION Joone Paris has a passion for nappies and is here to convince you they’re anything but boring. The start-up was founded last year with the mission to create eco nappies with cute designs and a strict ‘no-nasties’ policy.

Subscriptions from £49.90, joone.com

LANSINOH’S FEED WITH CONFIDENCE AWARDS HAS UNVEILED THE TOP 20 BREASTFEEDING-FRIENDLY CITIES IN THE UK, WITH LONDON, NORWICH AND EXETER MAKING THE TOP THREE. SADLY, FURTHER RESEARCH FOUND 46% OF PEOPLE STILL FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE WHEN WITNESSING BREASTFEEDING, WITH MORE WOMEN THAN MEN FEELING UNEASY. LANSINOH.CO.UK

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A STYLISH MELOBABY TOTE BAG WITH METANIUM When you’re out with your little one, you’ll need all your nappy changing essentials in one bag, so you can just pick it up and go. Thankfully, we’ve teamed up with Metanium to give away two Melobaby Vesancy Noir faux leather changing bags (worth £89 each) plus a Metanium Everyday Easy Spray Barrier Lotion, ideal to keep inside for on the go.

The handy spray lotion protects and moisturises baby’s skin to help prevent nappy rash. It forms a barrier to help protect against external irritants that can cause nappy rash.

If the dreaded nappy rash does strike, try Metanium’s Nappy Rash Ointment, which is designed specifically to treat and soothe. metanium.co.uk. Enter online at babyhampshire.co.uk/competitions

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FROM MEXICO WITH LOVE New label Miss Frida delivers the artisanal craftsmanship of Latin America with its clothing for baby. The debut collection includes outfits featuring floral embroidery crafted by a group of women from a Mexican village. Each piece is unique, and offers the women a fair wage. From £52, missfrida.com

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NEWS

FOR LITTLE EXPLORERS Bugaboo has launched its second line of special-edition pushchairs with We Are Handsome, the Australian swimwear brand known for its striking graphics. The latest design features a tropical toucan print, available on the Donkey, Fox and Bee models and accessories, as well as on the Boxer luggage system.

Buggy collection from £94.95, bugaboo.com

SWEET DREAMS Created from a calming blend of mandarin, frankincense, English lavender and chamomile, the Sleepy Baby Nursery Reed Diffuser from Mummy Loves Organics creates the perfect environment to send baby off to the land of nod, as well as establishing a good sleep routine. £35, mummylovesorganics.com

ANIMAL MAGIC From its creative HQ in Brooklyn, Aden + Anais brings us its new White Label range of swaddles, bibs and blankets inspired by the natural world. The two new prints include elephants and parrots in tropical shades, and an African-inspired design starring cheetahs and rhinos. adenandanais.co.uk

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SUSTAINABLE STYLE Set up by mum of three Rebecca Bradley, Fig Tree Clothing creates unique T-shirts and sweaters for the whole family. Every item is made from recycled materials or 100% organic cotton, with one new design released each month. Watch out for the treeinspired Father’s Day design from early May. figtreeclothing.com

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The latest baby carrier from Ergobaby is its best yet. The Omni 360 Cool Air Mesh is crafted from a durable 3D mesh fabric that allows for breathability and increased airflow – great for warmer climates and active lifestyles. Suitable from birth up to toddler age, it allows you to carry baby in four different positions, with crossable shoulder straps and a supportive waist belt. Available in four colours. £154.90, ergobaby.co.uk

COMPETITION

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s a brand already known for its fantastic nursery furniture offerings, Tutti Bambini has now launched two new pushchairs. Say hello to the lightweight Koji as your sidekick for city living and the adaptable Arlo, designed to grow with your family. To celebrate the launch of these new products, Tutti Bambini has teamed up with Baby Hampshire to give away an Arlo pushchair, including carrycot, worth £690!

Suitable to use from birth, the effortlessly stylish Arlo is available with a Charcoal or Chrome chassis, plus five different fabric colours; Liquorice, Midnight Blue, Oatmeal, Charcoal and Poppy. Not only is this sleek pushchair easy on the eye, it’s also cleverly designed to make adventures easier than ever. With

The carrycot comes complete with comfortable mattress and washable lining

all-round suspension for super-easy steering alongside heightadjustable handlebars, puncture-proof PU tyres for sturdy grip and durability, a large, easy-access shopping basket for those mad dashes to the shop, not to mention a one-hand, easy-fold mechanism… you really are ready to face the world.

Looking ahead, the Arlo is future-proof, too. Designed to grow with your family, this multi-combination pushchair is adaptable. It may start life as a single pushchair but if you’re adding to your brood or discover you’re having twins, it can be adapted to fit twin and tandem combinations. So what are you waiting for? Simply enter online for your chance to win. And good luck! bh

To enter, visit babyhampshire.co.uk/competitions COMPETITION CLOSES 11.59PM ON 14 JUNE 2018. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT TUTTIBAMBINI.COM

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Daisy

PHOTOGRAPHED BY FIONA MOOREY PHOTOGRAPHY

One-year-old Daisy lives in Ringwood, Hampshire, with her dad Dom and mum, Natalie. She loves books, going on walks in her pushchair and playing on the swings, but blowing raspberries is what makes her laugh the most!

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MAY 4 BOOKISH BABY

Little ones will love the bright and bold colours in new read Circle Rolls by Barbara Kanninen and Serge Bloch, out today. This is a clever story about friends who literally come in all shapes and sizes, with brilliant rhyming text. £12.95, phaidon.com

Nature lovers

Leading the way in sustainability, Marwell Zoo has opened its largest and most ambitious project to date, the unique Tropical House. The rainforest and living laboratory truly come to life – expect to see a Linnaeus’s two-toed sloth, crocodile monitor lizard, and pygmy marmosets on their own primate island. Ticket prices vary, marwell.org.uk

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DINO BREAKOUT This May bank holiday the time travellers have crashlanded in prehistoric times at Blackgang Chine. Unearth discoveries at Dino Digs, get crafty at Darwin’s Table and take a ride on a dinosaur in Area 1.5. Normal admission applies, blackgangchine.com

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WEEK

Taking place between 7-13 May, National Weaning Week’s aim is to bring together experts, top brands and real families to offer help, advice, tips, support and recipes. weaningweek.co.uk

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New discoveries…

Hampshire’s very own Peppa Pig World has become bigger and better than ever, as Paultons Park boasts a significant extension with fun new rides and facilities. Peppa Pig fans will be snorting with delight with two new rides to enjoy. Fly around the park with The Queen’s Flying Coach Ride or cruise along with Grampy Rabbit’s Sailing Club – both set to be unveiled to the public on Wednesday 16 May. Ticket prices vary, peppapigworld.co.uk

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Pens at the ready, we have a few suggestions to keep you and baby busy for the next two months

15 TIME TO TALK

The Big Breastfeeding Café returns for its third year this month. Nursing brand Medela is encouraging mums to host their own café at home, in a local coffee shop or hall to chat all things breastfeeding over a cuppa and cake. Sign up for your free hosting pack at medelamums@gmail.com

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FINDING YOUR FEET Head to your nearest Mamas & Papas for its special Parents to Be event today. Soak up helpful advice on topics such as first aid, fitness and car seat safety. Book to guarantee your place in Southampton or Whiteley Shopping Centre. mamasandpapas.com

JUNE 2 SHOW TIME

For one weekend only, Sarah and Duck come to Southampton’s Nuffield Theatre. Recommended for those aged three and over, enjoy puppetry, storytelling and music. Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday will take you on a magical adventure.

Tickets £12, nstheatres.co.uk

14 WIN BIG

Today’s your last chance to win our fabulous selection of prizes. This issue we’re giving away a pushchair worth £690! Find out more on page 13. babyhampshire.co.uk/ competitions

17 FATHER’S DAY

Time to show the man in your life just how much he’s loved. Looking for a gift idea?

We love Tiba + Marl’s khaki rucksack changing bag!

18 STEP BY STEP

Join the Teletubbies and raise money for Barnardo’s with the Big Toddle event this week – a sponsored walk just for little legs! bigtoddle.co.uk

25 SO SNUG

Looking for a beside the bed cot? The new and improved, lighter SnüzPod 3 crib goes on sale today! £199.95, snuz.co.uk Tiba + Marl backpack £130, naturalbabyshower.co.uk

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WHY CHÂTE AU LE S CAR R ASSE S IS EVERY THING YOU N EED FOR TH E PER FEC T FAMILY GE TAWAY

estled in the unspoiled vineyards of the Languedoc in France, the lovingly restored Château Les Carrasses is an intimate and stylish property boasting 30 selfcatering residences, first-class hotel facilities and a relaxed, private members’ club vibe.

It’s also a place where family-led activities go hand-in-hand with elegant design and attentive service. The chic Brasserie serves seasonal Mediterranean fare, complete with a dedicated menu and early sitting options for younger diners, while the wine bar, infinity pool, kids’ club (during the school holidays), tennis courts, orangery and gardens ensure families want for nothing during their stay.

The various accommodation options at Château Les Carrasses range from stunning one-bedroom suites to spacious houses, complete with private pools, which sleep up to eight – perfect for large families travelling together. Each of the individually designed residences combine a calming contemporary colour palette and traditional French country flair for a boutique feel, and the modern comforts have not been overlooked, with everything from barbecues and fully-equipped kitchens to roll-top tubs and sun loungers.

Children and parents alike will have the time of their lives at this beautiful, spoiling Château.

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Days can be spent soaking up the sunny Mediterranean climate by the pool before working up a sweat on the tennis, pétanque or volleyball courts. Bikes are available to borrow for scenic rides through the vines or along the Canal du Midi, while the sandy beaches of Gruissan and Sérignan Plage are not to be missed. The concierge team is on hand to ensure guests get the most out of their stay and can help organise horse riding, kayaking and rock climbing, too.

For parents craving a bit of grown-up time and the chance to sample some of the Château’s own vintages, drop the little ones off at the brilliant kids’ club (for children aged four to 12 years) run by a team of English-speaking staff. Overflowing with creative activities that focus on nature, children will be safely looked after and return worn out, having refined

their archery skills and made dens in the woods. The children’s daily supervised dinner parties are popular, too, and help to cement new friendships, while a fully referenced babysitting service can also be provided.

Already picturing yourself with a glass of picpoul in hand? It’s time to enjoy a memorable family-friendly holiday the Château Les Carrasses way. bh

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Nobodinoz sleeping bag £44, en.smallable.com

Suede pram shoes £27, littlerolondon.com

Cashmere cardigan £98, cashmirino.com

Naturapura romper £46, childrensalon.com Ooh Noo alphabet blocks £58, libertylondon.com

Grimms wooden teether £13, mamaowl.net

Cotton babygrow £80, caramel-shop.co.uk

From a selection at piupia.co.uk

NATURE TRAIL

New-season neutrals come in the form of cosy cashmere, organic cotton and eco-friendly toys

Egg stroller £769, kiddicare.com

Wooden baby gym £72, oskoe.com

Tocoto Vintage bonnet £40, mabelchild.co.uk Monbebe romper £35, greenberrykids.com

Amy & Ivor pram shoes £42, cissywears.com Wooden Story teether £16.95, lullabuy.co.uk

Cotton cardigan £90, bonpoint.com

SHOPPING Cotton cushion £19.99, zarahome.com

Leander hanging cradle £284, nubie.co.uk

Cotton romper £85, mariechantal.co.uk

From a selection at lacoquetakids.com

Cotton cardigan £82, bonpoint.com

Cotton babygrow £35, molo.com Daisy & Bump print £65, bluealmonds.co.uk

UP, UP & AWAY

Tiny Cottons romper £51, scandimini.com

Chloé bodysuit £102, childrensalon.com

The sky’s the limit for this calming colour palette.

Look out for sweet cloud prints, too Meri Meri hanging mobile £21, en.smallable.com

Moumout t-shirt £26, en.smallable.com

Hape wooden plane toy £5.50, scandiborn.co.uk

Wooden rocker £417, maisondeux.com

Plastic bowl £7.50, buddyandbear.com

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Cotton throw £45, babymori.com Cotton-blend dress £85, caramel-shop.co.uk

IN F ST EE AN D TL Y

Colic – Treatment, NHS Choices: “Lactase is an enzyme that helps break down a sugar called lactose, which is found in milk. Your baby may have a temporary problem digesting lactose, which could contribute to their colicky symptoms.” (2015)1

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Mama Rules muslin swaddle £25, our-kid.co.uk

Suede sandals £107, bonpoint.com

Bobo Choses vest £27, alexandalexa.com

Coming Kids cot £299, cuckooland.com

From a selection at Aden + Anais alexandalexa.com

Le Toy Van Petilou stacker toy £14.50, cottage-toys.co.uk Cotton top £60, caramel-shop.co.uk

Linen dungarees £38, dottydungarees.com Tao & Friends bodysuit £21, alexandalexa.com Louis Louise romper £53, en.smallable.com

URBAN JUNGLE

Embrace the trend for all things botanical with tropical palm prints and lashings of linen

Merino wool shorts £45, shirleybredal.com Bobo Choses zip-up vest £61, alexandalexa.com

Water-repellent raincoat £189, bonpoint.com

Lorena Canals rug £130, cuckooland.com

Kidsmill highchair £159, naturalbabyshower.co.uk

Cotton dungarees £39, petit-bateau.co.uk

Hidden World: Forest lift-the-flap book £9.99, waterstones.com

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This delightfully catchy rhyming story follows a gang of busy girls as they embrace everything the seasons have to throw at them. £12.99, Two Hoots

BOOKS

This witty rhyming tale makes a great introduction to the weather for the very young

INCY WINCY SPIDER

By Richard Merritt

Everyone’s favourite nursery rhyme in board book format will provide hours of entertainment as toddlers search under the flaps for the hidden surprises. £6.99, Pat-a-Cake

COLOUR ME: WHO’S IN THE POND?

By Surya Sajnani

High-contrast artwork magically comes to life when immersed in water, in this delightful bathtime book for babies. £8.99, QED Publishing

FUNNY BUNNIES RAIN OR SHINE

By David Melling

Bouncy bunnies experience all

manner of weather conditions in this wonderful rhyming story.

Bucket-loads of charm make this a favourite to share over and over. £6.99, Hodder Children’s Books

CAN YOU SAY IT TOO? TWEET! TWEET!

By Sebastien Braun

What better way to start exploring your environment than in your own garden? Common birds are introduced in this lavishly illustrated tale for babies. £6.99, Nosy Crow

THE WEAVER

By Qian Shi

Stanley collects precious things in his web. Discover the difference between what you collect in the world and what you collect in

your heart in this simply stunning picture book. £10.99, Andersen Press

readers of all ages. £11.99, Flying Eye Books

SINGING IN THE RAIN

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By Tim Hopgood

Sweet and positive in its message, with bright, eye-catching illustrations, this book is an uplifting celebration of rain!

A rather joyous nod to the singalong classic. £12.99, Oxford University Press

ONE DAY ON OUR BLUE PLANET: IN THE OCEAN

By Ella Bailey

You‘ll be inspired by the natural world when you spend the day with a baby dolphin and her pod.

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Despite the rain and floods, Sam and his grandfather embark on a magical adventure on their way to post an important letter. A classic story to be enjoyed for generations to come. £6.99, Templar Publishing

STANLEY’S STICK

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A simple stick becomes they key to Stanley’s imagination as it provides endless opportunities for creativity, in this beautifully crafted story about outdoor play. £6.99, Hodder Children’s Books

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JOOLZ

Pushchair brand Joolz believes that corporations should lead the way when it comes to a sustainable way of living; step by step it’s doing its bit to contribute to the global environment with positive design philosophy and innovative solutions. For starters, for every pushchair sold, the brand will plant a tree in your child’s name in its ‘Birth Forest’, otherwise known as the La Pedregoza plantation in Columbia’s Orinoco River Basin. All you need to do is register your buggy online and a little sapling will be given a home, in turn contributing to CO2 reduction.

Secondly, that big cardboard box that your pushchair arrives in is so much more than just packaging. Take a look on the side and you’ll find a fun cut-out project; create something practical like a chair or bird house, or perhaps a decoration for your child’s nursery, like a mobile or animal figure. The pushchair itself is made using eco-friendly fabrics and features a hypoallergenic breathable mattress, and Joolz’s soft-as-silk baby blankets – available to buy separately – are made from 100 per cent organic cotton. Oh, and the company practices what it preaches, too – its HQ is in a sustainably-renovated building in Amsterdam complete with energy-neutral solutions, including 200 solar panels on the roof. my-joolz.co.uk

BAMBO NATURE

You might not usually associate disposable nappies with sustainability, but it’s a cause that Danish brand Bambo Nature has been working towards for more than a quarter of a century.

All products made by the company have been accredited with the Nordic Swan eco label; a system that guarantees what you’re buying has been made adhering to strict criteria, and contains no lotions, perfumes or PVC. The exclusion of such ingredients helps avoid any dermatological issues, including nappy rash.

And they’re just as kind to the environment

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as they are on skin; the biodegradable ‘fluff’ in the absorbent core is so effective that only the optimum amount is used, resulting in thinner nappies, which in turn reduce the carbon footprint and strain on resources. Plus, each pack comes with a promise that more trees are planted than felled.

Every product is made in the manufacturing plant at head office, where 95 per cent of all waste is recycled back into production, with the remaining five per cent burnt as fuel in local communities. bambo-nature.co.uk

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NATURALMAT

Nothing can guarantee baby will sleep through the night, but you can at least up your chances by investing in the very best bedding. British brand Naturalmat has been supporting the sleep of little ones for almost two decades now, with its award-winning mattresses.

The idea for the brand was first dreamt up on the high seas almost 20 years ago; founders Mark Tremlett and Peter Tindall were both keen sailors, but hated the synthetic mattresses found on most yachts. In their frustration, they started handmaking a natural fibre version that wouldn’t ‘sweat’, and would fit in a boat’s awkward space. Following the birth of Mark’s first child, they had a ‘lightbulb moment’, and began devoting the same clever thinking to mattresses for babies.

Today, the mattresses are handmade in a purpose-built factory in Devon, using natural materials such as coir – a fibre taken from coconut husks – and organic lambswool from local sheep. Wool is known for its breathable properties; it traps heat when needed and disperses it when it’s too warm – an essential for babies, who have trouble regulating their own body temperature. And of course, on top of the softness and insulation, lambswool is naturally antimicrobial, making it ideal for those who suffer from allergies or asthma.

Such is its success, the products now come in sizes for adults and older children, too.

Visit one of its boutiques in London, Devon or Cornwall, or online, and you’ll also find a selection of organic bedding, furniture and toys. naturalmat.co.uk

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NEWBIE

High street brands are better known for their ‘fast fashion’ than sustainability. However, Newbie has arrived in the UK from Sweden and is here to shake things up. The label offers timeless and affordable fashion for children from newborn up to eight years old, and absolutely everything is made using organic and recycled materials. Sustainability is considered at every stage of production – from how the cotton is grown to improved working conditions. This eco philosophy is considered in the design process too; colour palettes and patterns are carefully selected to ensure coordination from season to season, meaning that last year’s dress can be matched with this year’s leggings, reducing the ‘throwaway’ nature of the fashion industry.

Having opened a number of UK stores in quick succession over the past six months, its core values are obviously something that parents here appreciate, too. newbiestore.com

PLAN TOYS

From the materials to the manufacturing, Plan Toys focuses on preserving our environment

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There’s something inherently nostalgic about wooden toys, isn’t there? But that’s not to say they are a thing of the past. In fact, they’re being brought right up to date by the likes of Plan Toys, a Thai company that’s pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a sustainable brand.

Set up almost 40 years ago by a group of graduates, its core value to respect and preserve natural resources for future generations still stands. Back in 1981, the company was the very first in the world to make toys from reclaimed rubberwood trees, an environmentally friendly material still used today. From then on in, everything that’s used to shape the toys is non-toxic; from the e-zero glue with minimal chemicals to the organic pigments and water-based dyes. Even the packaging makes use of recycled paper and biodegradable soy ink.

The sustainability of the organisation reaches far beyond the products. Plan Toys has its own children’s museum; it runs a cultural and environmental foundation encompassing a library, park and magazine all encouraging healthy lifestyles; and undertakes projects to benefit others, including its Mom-Made Toys to help little ones with special needs. This is a company that does good in every sense of the word. plantoys.com

MOLLY & MOO

Becoming a parent doesn’t mean your sense of style goes out the window, and one hero brand which has design, practicality and longevity at its heart is Molly & Moo. Launched only two years ago, its products have been created to stand the test of time, with minimalistic touches inspired

by Scandinavian design for a truly unisex collection.

Shop online and you’ll find a variety of essentials, from hooded baby towels to muslins squares and oversized bibs, designed to be passed down between families and repurposed as your child grows. Soft, organic cotton is used where possible, and orders arrive beautifully packaged with little to no use of plastic. Oh, and its impossibly attractive eco dinnerware won’t look amiss amongst your finest crockery either; the Constellation range features a cream set with a smattering of grey stars and is made from BPA-free bamboo, which is known for its sustainable properties. Bamboo grows rapidly, requires no water, pesticides or fertilisers and produces over a third more oxygen than the equivalent amount of trees. Impressive stuff! mollyandmoo.co.uk

WELEDA

Baby’s skin is extremely delicate; with fewer elastic fibres, it’s far more permeable than our adult skin, meaning anything that is applied to the surface sinks in more readily. When it comes to applying any lotions, it makes sense to use only the most natural formulas to avoid irritation or sensitivity.

Weleda, which has been producing natural skincare for almost a century now, is known for its use of medicinal plant extracts in its products. From healing calendula to nourishing oat and soothing

lavender, the natural power of plants is harnessed to treat a variety of skin problems, and absolutely everything is free from artificial additives such as synthetic fragrances, mineral oils and silicones.

This ‘cleaner’ approach to beauty extends throughout the business – the practice of biodynamic cultivation replenishes and maintains the land where the medicinal plants are harvested, and the company is actively reducing its energy and water intake with improved efficiency of machines and reusing condensed water. The brand’s packaging has been reworked to use more recycled materials and reduce the weight, in turn reducing its carbon footprint, too. weleda.co.uk bh

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aming days are becoming increasingly popular amongst new parents who want a non-religious ceremony to welcome the arrival of their child, plus, it’s a wonderful chance to get together with close friends and family to introduce them to your new addition.

Because this is a secular ceremony, you can choose to lead the celebrations yourself or organise a trained ‘celebrant’ who can help – visit humanism.org.uk for more on this.

Aim to make the day individual with personalised readings and musical accompaniments in the form of a harpist, singer or a bespoke playlist. Ask the godparents or ‘mentors’ to write their own promises to your little one.

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Personalised picture book £18.99, papier.com

Have a clear theme in mind for the celebrations – you might want to pick a colour such as pink, blue, yellow or grey, or try a classic book or nursery rhyme theme, such as Beatrix Potter, Teddy Bears’ Picnic or The Velveteen Rabbit. Use this to coordinate your table décor and food and drink.

There will no doubt be lots of gifts for baby, but why not also gift your guests to thank them for coming? Small votive candles, pretty chocolates and silver charms all make adorable favours.

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English Trousseau piggy bank £49.95, harrods.com

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THIS PAGE: Lorenzo wears cotton shirt, £29, Wild & Gorgeous. Cotton shorts, £57, Little Creative Factory. Wooden bear toy, £29.95, OYOY at Scandiborn.

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THIS PAGE: Kai wears cotton bodysuit, £58, La Coqueta at Liberty.

RIGHT PAGE: Maya wears cotton top, £65, Caramel. Cotton throw, £39.50, Marks & Spencer.

Lorenzo wears cotton shirt, £55, Rachel Riley.

Cotton and linen romper, £30, Tootsa. Leather pram shoes, £46, Young Soles.

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Cotton dress £24.95, gap.co.uk

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Cotton shirt £6, matalan.co.uk Cotton dress £16.50, vertbaudet.co.uk

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SEATED LUXURY Joie has launched its new plush Signature range across the brand’s car seat and pushchair collections.

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Miffy has found her place in the world of design and fashion, including baby products

MIFFY MAKEOVER Teaming up with Spanish textiles brand Fun*das BCN, Dick Bruna’s iconic character Miffy is currently adorning a range of baby products including car seats, pushchairs and highchairs. We love this adorable padded Nomi highchair cover! £29, fundasbcn.com/en

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Samantha Ford AN D H ER SON , R EMY, PUT TH E GB POCKIT STROLLER TH ROUGH ITS PACE S

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ccording to the Guinness World Records, the GB Pockit is the world’s smallest folding stroller. Impressive, right? Remy is now 17 months old and has recently started nursery, so a ‘runaround’ alternative to our trusty Bugaboo Cameleon was required for shorter journeys.

The stroller drives best on even surfaces

THE LOWDOWN I really needed something lightweight, and the GB Pockit weighs in at just 4.3kg. I also wanted something that is quick and easy to open out and use, and one of the key features that sold the Pockit to me is the two-step fold – with a couple of practice runs, this pushchair becomes a handbag-shaped package in seconds, which can be flung over your shoulder or stowed away. Plus, with the added kudos of a Red Dot Design Award, I knew this would perform well.

GOOD LOOKING? It might not be to everyone’s taste but I really like the green colour, which is actually named ‘Laguna Blue’. It really pops against the black chassis and hood, and looks super modern, too.

It folds up into a handy handbag-shaped package

PRACTICALITY AND DRIVABILITY You really can’t fault the Pockit when it comes to compactness, it’s also great that it’s selfstanding when folded, so it really doesn’t take up much space at all. Many pushchairs claim to be light but with the Pockit there really is no exaggeration. That said, because of its extra-lightweight nature it is a little on the flimsy side, so it’s not a stroller you’d perhaps want to use for a long, leisurely walk – but

The lightweight design weighs in at just 4.3kg

for a quick nip into town, doing the nursery drop-off, hopping on and off public transport, or for mad dashes around the airport, it does the job perfectly. It also conveniently fits into the overhead cabin of a plane when flying. The stroller handles well on smooth, even surfaces so it’s great for city living, but tends to struggle on anything rougher, like grass and gravel.

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Remy seems to genuinely enjoy his time in the Pockit, he even requests to go in it! I like that the seat is easily adjustable so when he

falls asleep I can recline it without having to disturb him and risk waking him up.

There is also the option to purchase an additional Cot to Go carrycot, making it suitable to use from birth. In terms of my own comfort, I would prefer the handles to extend higher, I’m 5ft 6in and do feel like I’m having to bend forward slightly to push it.

THE VERDICT The Pockit ticks all the boxes for an easy-touse lightweight stroller. It excels at the nursery drop off, and is a great option for families who are on the go and travel a lot. bh From £150, naturalbabyshower.co.uk

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Q&A with fertility expert

Zita West

“I know diet is important during pregnancy, but is it possible to influence my baby’s brain power through what I eat?”

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bsolutely! Omega 3s, or Essential Fatty possible, but during pregnancy full fat in moderation is best. While I’m not advocating Acids (EFAs), are important structural eating burgers and chips every day, make sure elements in the development of you are getting plenty of healthy fats in the baby’s healthy cell membranes and body form of things like oily fish, avocados, brazil tissue during pregnancy. DHA in particular, nuts, eggs and flaxseed, and take a supplement plays a critical role in the development of to boost your intake. a baby’s brain during pregnancy and early While the baby’s brain may not be infancy, so it’s important to ensure a good developing in the very early stages of supply of this while pregnant and also after pregnancy, I can’t stress the importance of birth if breastfeeding. A baby is entirely reliant omega 3 enough in this phase because so on the supply of DHA within the mother as many women are low in it before they get the body does not generate this itself, so if pregnant, so building up your stores in early you do not have a large enough intake of DHA then you may suffer health issues as the baby’s pregnancy as soon as you can will ensure you’ve got plenty of omega 3 ready for the omega 3 requirements take priority. crucial stages.

A great source of DHA is fatty fish, such Between 29 weeks and 40 weeks of as salmon or trout, but I always recommend pregnancy, your baby goes that women who are trying for a baby or currently pregnant take a ed through a period of rapid Recommend brain development. This supplement as well to ensure they product is a crucial window to get their recommended daily ensure your body is allowance, which of course taking enough ‘smart’ increases during pregnancy. fats to optimise this Many women have spent development, as more years avoiding fatty foods, Zita West Vital Essence 3, than 60 per cent opting for low fat wherever £26.50, zitawest.com

of the brain is composed of fatty acids.

Choline is another important nutrient which helps your baby’s brain and spinal cord develop, and, as with all nutrients during pregnancy, your need increases so while you can get enough in your diet, a supplement is also important here as well. Milk, eggs and meat are all good dietary sources of choline.

Even after you’ve had your baby, her brain is still developing, and if you’re breastfeeding, what you eat and drink at this stage determines the content of your milk, so you need good, nutritious foods for the baby to be able to absorb. DHA is really important to carry on taking after birth if you breastfeed, as your baby is still only getting this important nutrient from you. Also, there have been some studies that show if your levels of omega 3 are good post birth, you’re less likely to get postnatal depression. The same goes for choline – and it is much richer in human milk than cow’s milk – so if you keep your intake up and carry on taking your supplements with a formulation specific to the postnatal period, then you’ll be well on your way to creating a baby genius! bh

Zita West is the founder of the Zita West Fertility Clinic which specialises in a holistic approach to IVF. Instagram: @the_first_1000_days

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HEALTH

The Breastfeeding Café with CLARE BYAM-COOK

THIS ISSUE WE ASK:

I’VE BEEN BREASTFEEDING ON DEMAND, IS IT POSSIBLE TO ESTABLISH A ROUTINE AT THE SAME TIME?

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his is a question that I am frequently asked by mothers who want to establish a routine but have been told that routines are not compatible with breastfeeding. Many new mothers are told that any routine will adversely affect breastfeeding as it is essential to feed on demand in order to establish and maintain a good milk supply.

The reality is, it is perfectly possible to try routines recommended by well-known authors such as Tracy Hogg or Gina Ford once your milk supply is fully established and you know your baby is feeding well enough to get the milk she needs to keep her going until the next feed is due. If you are lucky, this can happen as early as within the first week or it may take considerably longer if your milk supply is low, or your baby doesn’t feed very effectively.

Although my personal view is that babies thrive on having a degree of routine in their lives, it’s hugely important to choose a parenting method that suits both you and your baby. For many mothers, one

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of the joys of breastfeeding is that milk is always available on demand and they prefer to feed this way than keeping to a strict schedule, while others long to have a more predictable plan in place.

Of course, during this parenting journey we do stumble across problems, and it’s important to be aware that it is unlikely you will be able to establish a routine if your baby has any digestive problems such as colic or reflux. These babies will usually be happier if they are fed little and often.

Also don’t forget that you can always change your mind – and you’re allowed to! If your chosen method of feeding is not going well, or the routine you choose doesn’t suit you after all, it’s never too late to experiment with a different approach to see whether that suits you and your baby better. The most important thing is a happy mother and child. bh Read more of Clare’s advice in her book, Top Tips for Breast-Feeding (£7.99, Vermilion) available on amazon.co.uk

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HERE ARE MY GUIDELINES: • You cannot and should not put your baby on any kind of routine during the first few days before your milk comes in. During this time she needs to feed little and often (possibly every two to three hours) in order to get enough colostrum and to stimulate your milk to come in.

• Once your milk is fully in, you can start thinking about establishing a routine, providing your baby is feeding effectively.

• Once baby is getting enough milk to last her three to four hours, you may find she automatically asks to feed less frequently and you can start easing her into a routine.

• If your milk supply is a bit low, you must not try to push your baby into a routine as this will leave her hungry and unsettled, and will do nothing to help improve your milk supply.

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HEALTH

I’M TRYING TO EAT HEALTHIER NOW – HOW IMPORTANT IS IT TO EAT ORGANIC FOOD DURING PREGNANCY? Pregnant women have a greater need for certain nutrients and antioxidants, and should limit exposure to potentially harmful toxins, such as pesticides, herbicides and some metals. Choosing organic food may increase your nutrient consumption and reduce your exposure to these potential toxins. Organic meat and dairy may also contain higher concentrations of omega 3 fatty acids, which are crucial during pregnancy for fetal brain, visual and nervous system development.

Eat these alongside oily fish twice a week, and walnuts, flaxseeds and chia.

When buying the ‘dirty dozen’ (strawberries, spinach, nectarines, apples, peaches, pears, cherries, grapes, celery, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers and potatoes) try to buy organic – these fruits and vegetables have higher levels of pesticide residue than others. Even if organic, remember to wash all fruit and vegetables thoroughly under a running tap.

While eating organic may increase your nutrient consumption and reduce your exposure to potential toxins, it is important to remember that eating a balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables, healthy fats, quality protein and complex carbohydrates (think root vegetables and whole grains) and low in processed foods and sugar should form the foundations of your diet.

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I’VE ALWAYS BEEN INTO FITNESS AND REGULARLY WORK OUT. I CONTINUED DOING A FAIR AMOUNT OF EXERCISE IN MY SECOND TRIMESTER BUT WITH EIGHT WEEKS TO GO UNTIL MY DUE DATE, SHOULD I STOP COMPLETELY?

Mastitis is a breast infection which is normally the result of a clogged duct or an infection carried from baby to mum via cracked nipples.

If you have mastitis, the most common symptoms are headaches, intense pains, tender breasts, redness, fever, cracked nipples, flu-like symptoms and generally feeling unwell.

If you think you have mastitis, you must contact your GP straight away. Antibiotics will be prescribed and you should notice your fever dropping within 24 hours, with the soreness calming down after 36 hours.

If you have mastitis, you must be sure to go to bed and stay there – you need to rest!

Apply a heat pad to the area using a hot water bottle or warm wet towel, or have a warm bath or shower. You should never apply an ice pack. Continue to nurse frequently to keep the milk flowing and avoid engorgement.

Be sure to drink lots of fluids, too.

Occasionally, baby may not nurse well from an infected breast as the milk can taste salty from the infection. If your baby is refusing or fussing, offer the uninfected breast and express the infected breast.

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Absolutely not: keep going! As long as you are still keeping well and there are no contraindications, such as a very low-lying placenta, then you can carry on exercising right up to your due date or – believe it or not, – beyond your estimated due date.

With your bump getting bigger in this last trimester you may well feel the need to slow down and take your exercise more gently – be sure to heed your body’s signals. Land-based exercise will start to feel tougher so you could switch to water-based workouts which will give you a lovely feeling of lightness and will also stop you and – importantly – your baby from overheating. The effect of water is to dissipate heat which means that your perceived rate of exertion is lower. In other words, your workouts will feel easier – just what you want to hear!

Try aquanatal, aqua jogging and swimming but if pelvic girdle pain is a problem, be sure to avoid breaststroke as is will aggravate the condition. Alongside your cardio, I would recommend carrying on with pregnancytailored core stability work such as prenatal pilates. This will help protect your lower back by keeping the deepest layer of abdominal muscles toned; it will also keep your spine mobile and postnatally will speed up recovery of the abdominal area encouraging realignment of abdominal separation.

Dr Joanna Helcke, pregnancy and postnatal Deearna Withey fitness expert deearnas-maternity-agency.co.uk

Whooping cough (pertussis) is common and there has been a rise in newborn babies becoming very unwell with it, and a rise in deaths in very young babies. The good news is that you can protect your baby if you have the vaccine between 16 and 32 weeks of pregnancy, so that this immunity will pass across the placenta to the baby, until they are old enough to be routinely vaccinated at two months old.

At Richmond Practice we recommend having it between 16 and 32 weeks of pregnancy to maximise the chances of protecting your baby. However, your baby will still receive some protection if you have it later in pregnancy mainly by reducing the chance of you getting it and passing it to your newborn baby. The vaccine has been used in pregnancy across the world since 2012 and there is no evidence that the vaccine is unsafe for you or baby. You may just have some mild side effects such as tenderness at the injection site.

We recommend the whooping cough vaccine to all pregnant women, even if you have had the vaccine as a child or in a previous pregnancy to maximise the protection for your baby.

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BIRTH

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Teresa Walsh, MIDWIFE AT TH E PORTL AN D HOSPITAL, E XPL AIN S HOW HYPNOBIRTHING TECH NIQU E S CAN H ELP YOU MANAGE YOU R L ABOU R MOR E EFFEC TIVELY hildbirth is renowned for being a painful and often stressful experience. It’ll therefore come as no surprise that many of the women I meet as a midwife are apprehensive about the big day. I am frequently asked questions about the different techniques available to reduce the pain, and one technique I tend to recommend is hypnobirthing.

In recent years, hypnobirthing has become an increasingly popular technique used by women during pregnancy. I’ve been promoting it in antenatal classes for many years, however, only recently I have seen a substantial increase in demand among my patients.

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Expectant mothers who choose to learn some of these techniques may find the whole experience of labour and birth calmer and more relaxed, and they may feel more in control throughout. Some studies have also shown that hypnobirthing can shorten labour and even improve the health outcomes for you and your baby. Birthing partners also learn how to be effective supporters during the labour, thus helping them to feel more involved in their baby’s birth.

WILL IT WORK FOR ME? The hypnobirthing techniques I teach in my classes can be modified and enhanced to suit most women. Hypnobirthing is particularly

HOW DOES IT WORK? Hypnobirthing – or the use of hypnosis methods during labour – is used by pregnant mothers to ease feelings of pain and anxiety during childbirth. But it sounds more daunting than it is; hypnobirthing methods are simply a modification of the age-old breathing and relaxation techniques that have helped women in all cultures for many years. These techniques can help you feel calm and relaxed during labour, and more confident during the birthing process.

Hypnobirthing techniques work because anxiety and fear experienced in childbirth can increase the levels of our stress hormones (adrenalin). This in turn blocks our labour and pain-relieving hormones (oxytocin and endorphins). What hypnobirthing teaches us is how to manage our stress and relax appropriately during labour, which will mentally prepare your body for this process.

and instructors vary in experience, so I would recommend you research the different options available to find an instructor that works for you.

DOES IT ACTUALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE? While it’s not something that we can monitor quantitatively, feedback from hypnobirthing patients at The Portland Hospital is an astounding ‘yes, it really makes a difference!’

During the final weeks of pregnancy couples will devote a little time each day to learn the skills and this alone helps them grow as a couple and share the excitement of the upcoming birth. It empowers both parents with different techniques to use during labour, helping them approach the day with confidence.

And second-time mums at The Portland, although usually less anxious, regularly tell us about their positive experiences with hypnobirthing, too.

There are any number of variables that will affect a birth, most of which hypnobirthing has minimal control over. For example, some babies are not quite in the optimal position, which can make labour longer and more painful. Every woman’s pain experiences are unique, so while hypnobirthing is not guaranteed to ensure a painless birth, it is likely to make a difference and is certainly worth considering. It is also worth remembering that hypnobirthing teaches women simple skills in relaxation that are transferrable in other areas of life – the benefits will no doubt stand you in good stead for motherhood more broadly, and beyond! bh

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suited to those who prefer to have minimal or no medical interventions such as an epidural, as well as those who plan to have a water birth. However, it is interesting to note that many women who are very anxious or have had a previous traumatic birth are also using hypnobirthing alongside an epidural or elective c-section to help build confidence and feel relaxed throughout the pregnancy and the birth. So in some instances it can be used alongside other pain-relieving methods.

To prepare yourself, you can attend hypnobirthing classes from around 30 weeks gestation so you can learn the techniques and use them comfortably before the big day.

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BREECH BABIES Marina Fogle & Dr Chiara Hunt

TH E SISTER S R EVE AL WHAT TO E XPEC T IF YOU R BABY IS BR EECH ne of the things your midwife will check towards the end of your pregnancy is whether or not your baby is in the head-down position. Because a baby’s head is the largest part of their body, it is safer if they are born head first.

While a lot of babies are in fact the wrong way round (or breech) at around 30 weeks, most babies do turn so that they are head down by 36 weeks.

Only about 10 per cent of babies are breech at term. If your baby is breech at 35 weeks your midwife will talk to you about having an ECV (external cephalic version) where an obstetrician will manually try to turn your baby by pushing on your abdomen, using ultrasound to see what they are doing. This is usually done at around 36 weeks – they want the baby to have room to change position, but for it to also not be too early to deliver the baby in case she becomes distressed.

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However, this procedure only has a success rate of around 50 per cent. It is safe though; it’s always done by an obstetrician, in hospital and your baby’s heart rate would be constantly monitored. If they were worried about baby, they would stop.

How likely this is to work depends on the position of your baby. It’s less likely to work if your baby’s bottom is firmly lodged in your pelvis, for example, whereas if your baby is lying diagonally, you have a better chance. Having an ECV is not a particularly enjoyable experience. As the obstetrician tries to move your baby, it does feel uncomfortable (you will usually be offered gas and air) and it somehow feels wrong for someone to firmly manipulate your tummy. If you are uncomfortable and want to stop things, you just have to say.

An ECV is not something you need to have. If you’d rather not, that’s absolutely fine. Remember

too, that some babies turn, only to turn back around the next day.

If the ECV fails or if you choose not to have it, you need to think about your birth plan. While it is possible to have a vaginal birth with a baby in the breech position it is generally considered to be more risky. However, recent data suggests that, for some women, the risk might be substantially less, particularly if they have had straightforward vaginal births previously.

Unfortunately though, because vaginal breech deliveries have not been done routinely in the last two decades, many midwives are no longer skilled at doing them. Your own situation should be addressed in this discussion.

If you have had one or more previous vaginal births which have been straightforward, your chance of delivering a breech baby safely is higher. If this is your first birth or if there have been previous complications,

it’s a more risky decision.

The other option is to have a c-section, which is sometimes the safest option under these circumstances.

Finding out your baby is breech can be stressful, especially if you have been looking forward to a natural labour. But just because this part hasn’t quite gone to plan, it doesn’t mean the birth can’t be just as magical. Have an honest conversation with your doctor and embrace the decision you’ve made. What we can promise is that meeting your baby is an amazing moment, as long as you go in with an informed and open mind. bh Dr Chiara Hunt and Marina Fogle are the authors of The Bump Class: An Expert Guide to Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond.

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FATHERHOOD

And how’s dad? ark Williams was standing on the labour ward during the birth of his son when he had his first and only panic attack.

“By this point, my wife had been in labour for 22 hours. She was shattered, I was worrying about her and the baby, and my anxiety was rising,” he says.

When the room suddenly flooded with doctors and Mark’s wife was taken for an emergency c-section, he describes feeling ‘helpless’. In all the commotion no one explained to him what was happening and he was left to look on, fearing that both his wife and baby would die.

Mark’s wife was diagnosed with severe postnatal depression soon after the birth and would eventually complete a spell in a psychiatric ward. It wasn’t until around four months in that Mark began experiencing depressive feelings himself. He recalls feeling angry; during one incident, he damaged his hand when he lashed out. He would wake in the night, sweating, terrified that his wife was going to die. The depression led to suicidal thoughts and he began drinking to blot out the pain.

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A COMMON BUT QUIET CONDITION Mark was in the grips of Paternal Postnatal Depression (PPND), a condition that is far from unusual. A 2010 paper entitled Fact or Fiction: Fathers Can Get Postpartum Depression published in Scientific American suggests that one in 10 fathers suffer from some form of postnatal depression. A revision

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by Oxford University in 2015 contended that the number may even be as high as 15 per cent. Further research conducted by the NCT found that one in three new fathers (38 per cent) worry about their mental health and, when questioned, three in four new dads (78 per cent) admitted to worrying about their partner’s mental health.

CAN’T ASK, WON’T ASK? ‘Men don’t talk about their feelings. Men toughen up and get on with it’. This dated, yet sadly entrenched attitude to male mental health certainly stops men seeking help – new fathers especially. But, says Mark, many men don’t even know they are suffering.

“I didn’t know anything about mental health or know anyone else who had suffered depression, let alone postnatal depression.”

He put his feelings down to exhaustion and the stresses of becoming a father. But his

experience also led him to found Fathers Reaching Out (reachingoutpmh.co.uk), a support service that offers help and advice to all parents who are suffering from PND and PPND. NHS postnatal provision still largely centres around the mother and baby, which, although clearly crucial, leaves little assistance for new dads. This is where Fathers Reaching Out steps in.

“We are not looking for fathers. All parents should be debriefed and more information should be available. For instance, we need to distinguish between PND and birth trauma, as they are two separate things and require different treatment,” says Mark.

“Some health visitors will ask, ‘how’s dad?’ and things are getting better, but there is hardly any support for fathers.”

The Scientific American paper also highlighted the importance of vocabulary when it comes to diagnosing depression in men. Conventional assessments tend to focus on emotional states around sadness – something lots of men find difficult to articulate. Instead, questions based around symptoms – loss of appetite, or overeating; fatigue; increase of alcohol or drug consumption; anger, detachment or suicidal thoughts, amongst others – can be more effective in achieving a diagnosis.

“Our organisation tries to help all parents,” says Mark. “If dad is suffering, that affects the mother, and that has a knock-on effect to the early years of the children. A lot of men suffer in silence. But if you don’t look after yourself, how are going to look after your family?” bh

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SON BRULL HOTEL, MALLORCA Short haul Flight time: 2hrs 25min If you’re looking to go off the radar before baby arrives, this rural retreat is sure to hit the spot. The hotel, which has just unveiled a newly-renovated spa, now offers a luxurious selection of treatments designed to help you reconnect with nature. Take a dip in the indoor water-circuit pool, or visit the yoga and meditation room. For those keen to explore, the village of Pollensa is a short walk away, or if you’re feeling up for the challenge, take a short climb to the top of Puig de Maria at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains. From £215 per night based on two sharing, sonbrull.com

THE SCARLET HOTEL, CORNWALL Close to home With its spacious interiors, luscious meadow garden and cliff-top hot tubs, this eco-luxury, grown-ups-only retreat proves a great source of last-minute relaxation before baby arrives.

Experience amazing views of Cornwall’s north coast from the comfort of your suite, or enjoy drinks on the terrace before settling down for a sumptuous sunset supper. Inside, enjoy peace and quiet in the spa’s tented treatment rooms, while the hotel’s library also makes for a cosy hideaway. From £330 per night based on two sharing, scarlethotel.co.uk

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BABY’S FIRST HOLIDAY FORTE VILLAGE RESORT, SARDINIA Short haul Flight time: 2hrs 45min With more than two million plants populating its vibrant 116-acre park, this tropical paradise has made a mission out of preserving and enhancing the environment – so much so, only bikes and electric vehicles are permitted.

Start your day with a lazy breakfast of mouthwatering sliced meats, warm bread and pastries, followed by a trip to the spa for a cleansing sea-mud body wrap or honey and salt massage. For a mid-morning cool-down, take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea, or bask in the tranquility of the hotel’s three spectacular pools. From £215 per person, per night; under-twos go free, fortevillageresort.com

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MOAR GUT KINDERHOTEL, AUSTRIA Short haul Flight time: 1hr 45min This retreat in the market town of Grossarl will ensure baby’s first holiday is a breeze.

Book the dedicated family package and you’ll have access to a range of facilities, including highchairs, buggies and cribs. Childcare is available for babies as young as one month, while the restaurant offers a special menu for tiny taste buds. For parents, a trip to the spa provides the perfect opportunity to relax, but little ones don’t have to miss out completely – Moar Gut even offers gentle massages for its smallest guests. From £149 per person, per night, moargut.com

Pristine waters and endless sunshine? It has to be the Bahamas…

ATLANTIS, BAHAMAS Long haul Flight time: 9hrs If your little one is so well behaved that even the prospect of a nine-hour flight doesn’t faze you, make the most of it and head to this extraordinary aqua-themed resort in the Bahamas. The aptly-named Paradise Island is home to the world’s largest open-air marine habitat, where more than 50,000 species roam freely among lagoons, caves, coral formations and underwater ruins. While many of the on-site activities are better suited to adults, there’s still plenty on offer for parents with a tot in tow, including shallow water interactions with dolphins. From £180 per night based on two adults and a baby, atlantisbahamas.com

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Stroud School, the co-ed day school in Romsey, has introduced a new type of outdoor learning for its younger pupils.

Beach School is set to run throughout the year – come rain, snow or sunshine – allowing children to explore the local environment with a programme designed to boost their self-esteem and confidence. Activities vary from den building to sandcastle competitions and scavenger hunting. stroud-kes.org.uk

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FLASHCARD FUN ARTY A TO Z Here’s a new way to teach your child the alphabet, with the quirky typographic posters from Betty The Dog. Designer Rachel McBride created the typeface almost a decade ago, and has now reinvented it for little ones. Currently available as A3 prints and postcards. £20, etsy.com/bettythedog

From numbers to colours, animals and the alphabet, help your toddler grasp the basics with the new range of Get Set Go flashcards.

The sets each contain 27 cards, with the ‘object’ in question on one side, and a contextualised example on the other. £5.99, Miles Kelly

A HANDWRITING SCHEME IS BEING ROLLED OUT IN SCHOOLS AFTER TRIALS PRODUCED OUTSTANDING RESULTS. THE MATCH FIT ASSESSMENT FROM START-BEE COMBINES E-LEARNING WITH PRACTICAL EXERCISES AND EQUIPMENT WHICH TEACHERS CAN USE TO TRACK PROGRESS. YPO.CO.UK/START-BEE

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U N DER STAN DING YOU R CHILD’S N U R SERY EDUCATION CAN FEEL OVERWH ELMING .

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hen choosing how to start your toddler on their education journey, it’s not unusual to feel both spoilt for choice and overwhelmed with questions at the same time. How many hours a day and days a week do you want them to attend?

Do you want them to spend a lot of time outside? How big do you want the school to be? Should it be part of a primary school? This stage is your child’s first rung on the learning ladder – it’s exciting and no doubt you’re eager to make the right call. The schools outlined below are for children aged two-and-a-half to five, they should offer the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) curriculum and are usually Ofsted registered, but do check with your local education provider.

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NURSERY SCHOOLS Traditional nursery schools usually operate during term time only and follow the school calendar. Some may be linked to a primary school. Although all early years establishments follow the EYFS curriculum, nursery schools provide more educational exercises and assessments that aim to prepare children for primary school education. This will involve literacy, numeracy and creative learning, alongside plenty of play time and rest time.

Pros: Your child will have the chance to spend time with teachers and other children in a semi-formal environment, which is a good introduction to school life. Children will start many of the routines which will continue to be used in their Reception class, such as circle

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time, snack time and break time, and in some cases they might have homework diaries and even introduce early reading and writing skills.

Often the class will perform plays and have an informal sports day, too.

Cons: For some parents (and children!) the formal structure may feel too much like real school too early on. There may be more time spent indoors than you would like, due to resources and limited access to local parks, and some young children may not like the ‘busyness’ of the classroom.

MONTESSORI NURSERY SCHOOLS The Montessori method was founded by Maria Montessori in 1907 and is the largest education movement in the world – there are over 22,000 Montessori nurseries worldwide and more than 600 in the UK. The fundamental belief is that children have the most capacity to learn during their early years (from birth to six years old) and learning is child-led at their own pace.

Specialised educational materials developed

by Montessori made out of natural, aesthetic materials such as wood, rather than plastic, are organised by subject area, and freedom of movement is encouraged around the classroom.

Pros: A specifically trained Montessori teacher tracks each child and is highly experienced in observing the individual child’s characteristics, tendencies, innate talents and abilities.

Learning is hands-on with meticulously

designed learning aids, and children progress at their own pace. Age groups can be mixed to foster peer-to-peer learning as children become fascinated by what one another are doing. Children become independent in their decision making and often remain curious learners in later life.

Cons: The looser curriculum could lead some children to feel behind when starting school (for example, if they haven’t learnt to write yet and some of their peer group in Reception have) and independent learning could lead some children to go back to the same activity day after day.

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FOREST SCHOOLS Outdoor learning has been the buzzword across many disciplines of education for some time now, but forest schools take it to another level. All time is spent outside, including nap time and snack time – even toilet time! However, the curriculum for many forest school nurseries has been developed to meet the seven areas of learning as set out in the EYFS through a variety of outdoor play activities designed to foster a love for learning through exploration. For example, numbers and counting are encouraged by looking at trees and birds; shapes and colours are aided

by leaves and feathers; nature is explored using water, air and earth.

Pros: It creates resilient, independent, curious learners. It’s good for children who struggle to focus in a normal classroom setting and prefer a more active way to learn. It can help children learn to take risks and keeps children active, to develop healthy bodies and good stamina.

Cons: It can be tough on a very cold day or weeks. It’s not for everyone – visit a forest school and make sure it will suit your child.

Some children may find it a challenge to adapt to indoor school routines when they start at primary school. bh

• What resources and equipment do you have to support children’s learning?

• How are activities organised to meet the Early Years Foundation Stage?

• Do you provide any additional help and support to under-fives with special education needs?

• How many children do you have attending?

• What sort of activities do the children do?

• How is the average day/session organised?

• How do staff manage bad behaviour?

• What qualifications and experience do the staff have?

• How long have you been operating?

• Do you have outdoor and indoor areas for children to play and learn?

• Do children have a rest during the day?

• What time do sessions start and finish?

• Is there a sibling policy?

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MEET THE HEAD How long have you been at Portsmouth High?

I’ve been here for seven years.

The pre-school is very much a part of the whole school and, as such, is greatly involved with everything we do.

What do you see as the main strengths of the school?

The school gives the children many opportunities to try new and valuable experiences.

From outdoor learning in our outstanding gardens, to phonics and numeracy lessons, pupils are able make excellent progress quickly. Our school is also different to many other schools, in that it is usually a busy, yet very calm, environment.

Tell us a bit about the history of the school.

Portsmouth High Pre-School is based in the home and grounds of Thomas Ellis-Owen’s personal house, who was an architect during the mid to late nineteenth century. The school first opened its doors in 1882, and we believe its central location in Southsea and extensive gardens are what

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PAUL MARSHALLSAY Portsmouth High Pre-School

We speak to the headmaster of the Hampshire-based nursery school has made it so appealing to families over the years. The school is also part of the Girls’ Day School Trust.

What is a typical day like for the pupils?

We tend to combine structured play sessions with small group work, which allows the children to develop their phonic, numeracy or scientific skills. Other specialist teachers also come in to guide lessons in Forest School, French, music and ballet. On Fridays, the pre-school children attend our celebration assembly, along with the rest of the school, which they lead once per term.

Tell us a bit about the school’s Forest School sessions.

These are an invaluable part of the school day, and are taught

by a qualified specialist who knows the children extremely well. The pupils gain so much confidence when they try new things and develop skills when handling different types of natural materials. They also learn about outdoor safety and taking calculated risks around our extensive play equipment.

How do you prepare the children for their later years at school?

Preparation for Reception is helped by the fact that the pre-school is positioned just across the hallway. This means the transition is fairly seamless. In the summer term, the pre-school children spend their days with Reception class, so they can easily adjust and get to know their new teacher. Our Year Six pupils also help out with the pre-school

and are great role models to the younger girls. It’s like a big family.

What kind of feedback have you received from parents?

Parents often comment on the wonderful family atmosphere at the Pre-School, as well as the school as a whole. The girls here are fiercely proud of their school, as shown in recent inspection questionnaires and in the way they talk to visitors. New ideas are often expressed through our school council, and staff listen carefully to each pupil’s insights to make sure that every comment is taken seriously.

What’s in the pipeline for this year?

Our prep school has just introduced an explorers theme, which will extend across the whole school. We have just completed a new outdoor classroom, and the pre-school will be making use of this during the summer and beyond. There’s plenty to look forward to! bh Open morning: Saturday 9 June.

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SPARSHOLT COLLEGE Westley Lane, Sparsholt, Hampshire SO21 2NF 01962 797562 sparsholt.ac.uk/events/ countryside-day-2

THE HAYMARKET Wote Street, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7NE 01256 844244 anvilarts.org.uk

LONGDOWN ACTIVITY FARM Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, Southampton SO40 7EH longdownfarm.co.uk

As the world’s largest educational YouTube channel, Little Baby Bum brings traditional nursery rhymes and lullabies to life with beautiful 3D animation. Now, families can watch their favourite characters, Mia, Jacus, Twinkle and friends live as part of a colourful new stage show!

Admission: £14 each.

Friday 22 to Sunday 23 June, performance times vary.

Visit Longdown Farm on Father’s Day, and dads will receive free entry! There's also plenty of hands-on farming activities to try, including animal feeding and tractor rides. For playtime, check out the trampoline barn, climbing frame and sand pit.

Admission: Adults, £9.50; children, £8.50; under-threes go free.

Sunday 17 June, 10am to 5pm.

SIR HAROLD HILLIER GARDENS Jermyns Lane, Romsey, Southampton SO40 7EH 01794 369318 hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/ hilliergardens

Experience the great outdoors at Sparsholt College’s biggest Countryside Day yet, filled with live music and food stalls. Get competitive with duck and ferret racing, while little ones can enjoy zorbing, archery, pony rides and face painting.

Admission: Adults, £10; children, £7; under-fours go free.

Saturday 12 May, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

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Romsey Archers are back for another fun day at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens this summer, so treat your dad for your Father’s Day and have a crack at this thrilling ancient sport.

Admission: Adults, £10.90; children, £2.60; under-fives go free.

Sunday 17 June, 10am to 6pm.

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OUT AND ABOUT AnimAlphabet The Musical

May half-term pumpkin seed planting

AnimAlphabet The Musical

There was an old lady who swallowed a fly

THEATRE ROYAL WINCHESTER Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8SB 01962 840440 theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk

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Brace yourself for a fun family musical adventure unlike any other! This funny and fastpaced show is bursting with high-energy characters, colourful puppets, plus a soundtrack of witty songs.

Admission: £14 each.

Sunday 27 May, 2pm.

Watch one of the world’s most-loved nursery rhymes come to life to celebrate the 45th anniversary of this best-selling book. The show is packed with sing-along songs, colourful characters and heart-warming family fun.

Admission: From £10 each.

Monday 28 May, 2.30pm.

The Creature Teachers LONGDOWN ACTIVITY FARM Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, Southampton SO40 7EH 023 8029 2837 longdownfarm.co.uk Little ones can touch, hold and learn about a menagerie of amazing animals at Longdown Farm this half term. Meet owls, giant snails, snakes and many other fascinating creatures.

Admission: Adults, £9.50; children, £8.50; under-threes go free.

Thursday 31 May, 10am to 5pm

Pedal Power

May half-term pumpkin seed planting

SIR HAROLD HILLIER GARDENS Jermyns Lane, Romsey, Southampton SO51 0QA hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/ hilliergardens

WINCHESTER CITY MILL Bridge Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9BH 01962 870057 nationaltrust.org.uk/ winchester-city-mill

EASTLEIGH MUSEUM High Street, Eastleigh, Southampton SO50 5LF 023 8064 3026 hampshireculturaltrust.org. uk/eastleigh-museum

Visitors to the Gardens can now try out one of the brand-new ‘Smoothie Bikes’ – simply pedal away to achieve a smooth, delicious drink. Vegan and gluten-free options available.

Admission: Adults, £10.90; children, £2.60; under-fives go free.

Saturday 5 May, 10am.

Go along to a pumpkin-seedplanting session this half term, where little ones will discover the fun of planting their own vegetables that they can then take home and nurture.

Admission: Adults from £4; children from £2.

Tuesday 29 and Thursday 31 May, 11am to 3pm.

Children aged six years and over are invited to join local artist Nicky for a one-hour workshop, in which they’ll create a picture using mixed media techniques, including stamping, acrylic paints and gel-plate printing.

Admission: £5 per session.

Saturday 5 May, 10.30am and 12.30pm.

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Mixed Media Madness

We’re going on a bear hunt!

ROBIN HILL COUNTRY PARK Downend Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 2NU 01983 527352 robin-hill.com Hunt for the bears around Robin Hill Country Park to be in with a chance of winning exciting prizes! Look out for special character appearances from this much loved classic illustrated story too.

Admission: From £13.50 each.

Saturday 5 to Monday 7 May, 10am to 5pm.

Sing-a-Long-a Beauty and the Beast THE ANVIL Churchill Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7QR 01256 844244 anvilarts.org.uk Enjoy a screening of Disney’s new adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, with on-screen lyrics so everyone can join in. Families can also get involved with a fun fancy dress competition.

Admission: Adults, £17; children, £12.

Wednesday 30 May, 7pm.

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Family Fun Days

Wind in the Willows

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THE SPRING ARTS & HERITAGE 56 East Street, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1BS 023 9247 2700 thespring.co.uk

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FOXBURY New Forest, Half Moon Common, Blackhill Road, East Wellow, SO51 6AQ 01794 344020 nationaltrust.org.uk/foxbury

Take the Top Trumps Challenge at Marwell Zoo this half term, where you'll receive a free Top Trumps card and trail map upon arrival. Venture around the park in search of the giant cards representing different animals, comparing scores as you go!

Admission: Adults, from £17.99; children, from £14.39. Undertwos go free.

Saturday 26 May to Sunday 3 June, 10am to 6pm.

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Family Fun Days THE WATERCRESS LINE The Railway Station, Alresford SO24 9JG 01962 733810 watercressline.co.uk Explore all four period stations, as well as a behind-the-scenes tour of the engine sheds. There is also a selection of free craft activities available for families.

Admission: Adult, £16; children, £8. Under-twos go free.

Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 May, 10am to 4pm.

Join Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad on a wonderful adventure from the peaceful river bank to the Wild Wood. Featuring handmade puppets, props and costumes, don’t miss this beautiful new adaptation of a much loved classic.

Admission: £8 each.

Saturday 26 May, 11.30am and 2.30pm.

Morgan and West – More Magic for Kids NEW THEATRE ROYAL 20-24 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth PO1 2DD newtheatreroyal.com Time-travelling magicians Morgan & West return to the stage with a marvellous magic show. Promising to be bigger and bolder than ever before, expect the unexpected and believe the unbelievable.

Admission: Adults, £14; children, £12.

Sunday 6 May, 2.30pm.

Watch in awe as the Mower Madness racers compete in this action-packed event. Perfect for thrill-seekers and gardeners alike, families will love cheering on the teams while helping to raise money for local charities.

Admission: Adults, £9.50; children, £8.50; under-threes go free.

Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 June, 10am to 5pm.

Duck Trail WINCHESTER CITY MILL Bridge Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9BH 01962 870057 nationaltrust.org.uk/ winchester-city-mill This fabulous duck-themed trail invites visitors to build their very own racing duck profile, ready for the Mill’s annual duck race on Saturday 25 August.

Admission: Adults from £4; children from £2.

Saturday 26 May to Sunday 3 June, 10am to 4pm.

Budding adventurers will love bug hunting, den-building and creating ‘wild art’ within the New Forest as part of this Wild Play Day. Your young explorers will then round-off their day with toasted marshmallows around the campfire.

Admission: Adults, £3; children, £6, under-fives go free.

Thursday 31 May, 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Teletubbies Live PRINCES HALL Princes Way, Aldershot, Hampshire GU11 1NX 01252 329155 princeshall.com See this famous quartet in their first ever theatre show, as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland. Look out for features from the TV series too, including Noo-noo!

Admission: From £15.50 each.

Saturday 23 to Sunday 24 June, 10am and 1pm.

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Now in its sixth year, the festival brings a programme of circus, aerial, family theatre and dance. Head to Eastleigh Town Centre and Leigh Park Recreation Ground for a day celebrates the best in worldclass performance.

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Saturday 23 June, 12pm to 5.30pm.

Watercress Festival BROAD STREET West Street & East Street, Alsresford SO24 9AR watercressfestival.org With a dedicated Kids’ Zone in East Street, the Watercress Festival is a great family event not to be missed. Enjoy circus skills workshops, face painting and a petting farm, as well as a magic roundabout and falconry displays. And if you’re up for the challenge, there’s also a watercress-eating contest!

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Saturday 20 May, 10.30am.

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A tiny snail longs to see the world, so she hitches a lift on the tail of a humpback whale.

But when the whale gets beached, how will the tiny snail save him? With storytelling, live music and plenty of laughs.

Admission: £14 each.

Sunday 10 and Monday 11 June, performance times vary.

Family Bushcraft: Cook your own lunch SIR HAROLD HILLIER GARDENS Jermyns Lane, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0QA hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/ hilliergardens Have a go at foraging for and cooking your own lunch!

Collect fresh herbs for the garden and cook your own sausages, then enjoy eating your lunch by the campfire.

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Classes for babies from birth to 24 months Written by speech and language therapists, Sing and Sign runs awardwinning classes that teach through the use of music and specially produced songs. The classes target important words using instruments, props and pictures, which can also be used by parents to sign at home. Sing and Sign Babes uses music, sensory stimulation and basic signing to help build the framework for good communication.

For classes in Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandler’s Ford and Totton, contact Heidi on 07778 064016.

For classes in Fareham, Hedge End, Gosport, Portsmouth and Southsea, contact Tracy on 07902 474218.

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Classes in Horndean Rusalka is an independent, private swim school offering the finest levels of tuition to babies and children throughout southern Hampshire. Operating from two of its own modern indoor complexes in Horndean, the company never has to worry about renting other pools, and has complete control over regular timetables and pool cleanliness, with plenty of free parking adjacent to both pools. During the past 12 years, Rusalka has taught thousands of babies and children to swim, picking up several national awards along the way, including Best UK Swimming Teacher and ASA Centre of Excellence status.

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£66 per 12-class term At Starz Ballet®, there is a fun class syllabus with lessons specific to each age group from babies right up to seven years. Boys and girls learn to dance under the direction of a qualified dance teacher. Most onehour sessions include a 30-minute fun but structured ballet class, plus 30 minutes of social time, with hot and cold refreshments for everyone.

With over 70 classes each week across Hampshire, why not book your free trial? The company also offers Starz Ballet® Parties, from only £65.

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Babies can get their first taste of the Mediterranean from the age of six months

The products are made from scratch using fresh ingredients

INSPIRE What inspired you to set up Piccolo in the first place?

It started while I was pregnant with my daughter, Juliet. I just couldn’t find anything that resembled what I had grown up eating. I wanted to give her tasty yet nutritious meals using only organic and sustainably sourced ingredients. Having worked in the charitable sector for many years [Cat is the former CEO of Slow Food UK], it was also important to me to give back – Piccolo is committed to giving to 10 per cent of profits to charity, as well as working with amazing organisations like the NCT, Tommy’s and The Trussell Trust.

How is Piccolo different to other baby food on the market?

We really focus on sourcing the best ingredients, and that usually means using small producers.

The recipes are steeped in the Mediterranean approach to food, too, which helps ensure little ones develop a great palate.

Describe a typical day for you.

Every day revolves around my four-year-old daughter and her nursery timings – once that’s

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CATHERINE GAZZOLI The founder of organic baby food brand Piccolo talks family, giving back and cooking the Mediterranean way sorted I could be doing anything from meeting a new retailer to working on new recipes with our in-house nutritionist, Alice.

Tell us about your charity, The Food Education Foundation.

We set it up to provide advice on a child’s food journey from the start. Alice and I run workshops across the UK to educate families about what to feed their children without having to spend too much money or time.

You were the first food brand to be backed by the NCT, what impact has that had on business?

We have had a fantastic relationship with the NCT since we launched two years ago. The support has meant consumers have an extra element of trust and reassurance in our products.

You’re also the first ever Fairtrade baby food brand, why was that important to you?

We’re really proud of the ethical standards we uphold to our suppliers. Working with Fairtrade produce has always been one of our sustainability goals, and we’re so happy that our Pure range has made it possible.

We’re honoured to be supporting such an important initiative.

What advice would you give to other women who want to start their own company?

Just do it. It’s the best, most exciting and at times challenging journey you’ll ever embark on but the pride you feel when someone tells you how much you’ve helped them makes it all worth it.

It’s a rewarding experience seeing the whole development of your own brand.

What’s next for Piccolo?

We’re always thinking about how best to help develop babies’ taste buds, and know that introducing them to texture is important, which is why we recently introduced Stage 3 Piccolo Pots to our range. They use different types of veg in Mediterranean sauces, which are kept separate to the accompanying grains like quinoa and ditalini pasta to maximise the texture. Alongside these is our new multigrain snack range, Piccolo Squares. We’re also spending the summer touring the UK, giving weaning masterclasses, and can’t wait to get out there and meet parents! bh mylittlepiccolo.com