Vivian Baby 33

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JUne 2016

IssUe 33

a UsefUl gUIde to chIldren’s growth

fIrst aId:

BUrns & scalds

summer protection carIng for toddlers skIn

weanIng

a journey through tastes & textures

BenefIts of Board games

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ear readers, the summer months are at our doorstep, its’ time to hit the beach! Our Vivian Baby Issue for June is brimming with interesting articles on ways to care for your little ones during these hot summer months. Moreover, one will also find articles related to the importance of board games and play dough, lactose intolerance in babies, introducing new tastes and textures when weaning as well as an article written by St. John’s ambulance on burns and scalds.

Don’t forget to send in your competition entries to win great prizes from Vivian Corporation. Also, look out for our exciting Plasmon & SMA Progress Kids summer campaign.

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Publisher: Lawrence Gatt, Vivian Corporation Editor: Ray Buttigieg Contributors: Sara Camenzuli, Mariebelle Muscat, Sephora Schembri, Yan Grima, Rosanne Debono, Kathy Zammit 29 Sanitas Building Tower Street, Msida, MSD 1824 Tel: 2258 8600 Email: info@viviancorp.com www.viviancorp.com

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Sun related Issues in Children

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Lactose intolerance in Children

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The Greatness of Board games

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Discovering the Plasmon Oasi

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3 reasons to play with Play dough

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Benefits of Colouring-in Activities

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A journey of Tastes and Textures

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Caring for Toddlers skin

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Protection from Mosquitos

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First Aid; Burns and Scalds

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Competitions

Sun related issues in children ACuTe Sun DAmAge (SunbuRn) Definition: A sunburn is an acute, delayed, and transient erythema of the skin following exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) obtained from sunlight.

Clinical features: Sunburn is characterised by erythema, and, if severe, by vesicles, oedema, tenderness, and pain.

Age: Infants have an increased susceptibility to sunburn.

Phototype: Sunburn is most frequently seen in individuals who have lighter skin and a limited capacity to develop facultative melanin pigmentation (tanning) following exposure to UVR. Fitzpatrick Classification of Skin Types There are 6 different Skin Phenotypes (SPT) classifying the different capacity to develop tanning in persons with white skin: 1. Almost always sunburns, never tans.

Pale white skin, blue/green eyes, blond/red hair, freckles.

2. Usually sunburns, tans with difficulty.

Fair skin, blue eyes.

3. Sometimes sunburns, can tan gradually.

White skin, any colour hair, any colour eyes.

4. Occasional sunburns, tans easily.

White or brown skin, dark hair, dark eyes.

5. Rarely sunburns, tans well.

Brown skin, dark hair, dark eyes.

6. Almost never sunburns, tans well.

Dark brown or black skin, dark hair, dark eyes.

Race: White skin types sunburn the most.

Persons with brown and black skin colour can sunburn following long exposures.

History: Mild reactions to sunlight begin 6 to 12 hours after onset of exposure, peak at 24 hours and fade at 3 – 5 days. Sunburns have a similar time course with blister formation on day 2 and desquamation on resolution.

Symptoms: The skin usually is pruritic, painful, and warm to touch. Severe sunburn over large surfaces creates fever, chills,

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malaise, and even prostration. The skin lesions are typically confined to areas of exposure.

Course and prognosis: Sunburns self resolve over 2 – 4 weeks and scarring rarely results. management Treatment is syptomatic with: 1. Cold, wet compresses.

2. Baths with colloidal oatmeal.

3. Emollients.

4. Medicated ointments or creams (topical steroids).

5. Analgesics to help alleviate the discomfort.

Severe cases may require systemic steroids therapy. Consult your Paediatrician, Doctor or Pharmacist for advise.

Dr Christopher Sciberras M.D., M.R.C.P.C.H., M.R.C.P.(UK), M.Sc (Warwick), D.C.H. (Dublin) Consultant, Department of Paediatrics, Mater Dei Hospital, Malta.

Clinic hours and location: 21, Florentia, G.B.Pantalleresco Street, B Kara • T: 9947 6462 • Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays after 4pm by appointment • Tuesdays and Thursdays 2pm to 4pm by appointment • Tuesdays and Thursdays after 5pm: Parkes Pharmacy St Paul’s Bay (T: 2157 1764) and St Simon Pharmacy Bugibba (T: 2157 1649) (by appointment).

THE SKIN ITSELF INSPIRED BIODERMA

TO INCREASE ITS NATURAL DEFENCES AGAINST THE SUN

BIOLOGY AT THE SERVICE OF DERMATOLOGY

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Growing up milk from 1 year +

Nutritionally balanced for active toddlers Contains Omega 3 & 6 for growth and development Beneficial effects of essential fatty acids is obtained with a daily intake of 10g linoleic acid and 2g of alpha-linolenic acid

Fortified with iron Contributes to normal cognitive development Calcium & Vitamin D for bone development We remind you of the importance of a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle from the very beginning.

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Breastfeeding is best for babies. You should always seek the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietician or pharmacist on the need for and proper method of use of infant formulae and on all matters of infant feeding. Good maternal nutrition is important for the preparation and maintenance of breastfeeding. Introducing partial bottle-feeding may have negative effect on breastfeeding and reversing a decision not to breastfeed is difficult. Social and financial implications should be considered when selecting a method of infant feeding. Infant Formulae should always be prepared and used as directed. Inappropriate foods or feeding methods, or improper use of infant formula, may present a health hazard.

Lactose intolerance in babies

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actose is the sugar which naturally occurs in milk and other dairy products. In our body, it is the job of the small intestine, the organ carrying out most of the digestion and nutrient absorption which releases the digestive enzyme called lactase.1 Lactase is responsible for the breakdown of lactose into its two simple sugar constituents; glucose and galactose. The latter are more easily absorbed by the body directly through the bloodstream.2 Lactose intolerance takes place when the body does not produce enough lactase and hence, lactose remains undigested in the intestine leading to the manifestation of the following symptoms: abdominal bloating, pain, excessive wind, diarrhoea as well as nappy rash in the case of infants.1,3 These symptoms usually mainfest themselves after 1 to 3 hours after the consumption of food containing lactose.2 It is common for most babies to become temporarily intolerant to lactose after an episode of severe gastroenteritis infections or after a long course of antibiotics.1,3 Untreated coeliac disease, Crohn’s disease or other intestinal bowel diseases may cause a transient lactase deficiency too.

This is known as secondary lactose

intolerance which may take more weeks to resolve (to 6 – 8 weeks). The lining of the small intestine called the ‘brush border’ which constitutes the site of lactase production becomes damaged leading to a deficiency in the lactase enzyme.1,3 In babies, the most common indicator of secondary lactose intolerance following gastroenteritis is persistence of diarrhea or loose stools. There is also congenital lactose intolerance but it’ s very rare. It still may affect newborn babies who are either born without the lactase enzyme or else their body produces very low amounts of the enzyme due to an inherited genetic mutation in the gene coding for the production of the lactase enzyme.2,4

Premature babies might also suffer from a temporary developmental lactose intolerance due to the fact that their small intestine is still immature.

However, premature babies might not remain lactose intolerant as they get older as their gut eventually becomes fully developed.2,4 In case of secondary lactose intolerance, formula fed babies can benefit from a lactose-free formula which is nutritionally complete and specifically designed to manage this condition.4 Babies who are fed with a lactose-free formula show regular growth patterns and the absence of lactose allows recovery from the functional alterations of the intestinal mucosa.5,6,7 In the case of a baby who is already in the weaning stage, parents must follow healthcare professional advice and ensure that the diet of their baby is managed carefully by eliminating lactose from the baby’s diet and making sure that the baby is obtaining all the nutrients required without hindering his or her development.5,6 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Seek the advice of a GP or paediatrician if suspecting that the baby is sufferring from lactose intolerance.

This article has been brought to you

by SMA Progress Kids.

References 1. Thomas B & Bishop J (eds.) Manual of Dietetic Practice.

Fourth Edition. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing; 2007; 458-9.

2. Sibley, E., Fisher, R., Pennington, J. & McDowell, M. A. (2014). Lactose intolerance. Retrieved from http://www. niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestivediseases/lactose-intolerance/Pages/facts.aspx.

3. Heyman MB. Pediatrics 2006; 118: 1279 – 86.

4. Lactose intolerance in babies. (2015). Retrieved from https://www.smahcp.co.uk/content/feeding-issues/babyfeeding-problems/lactose-intolerance-in-babies/?utm_ source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_ content=Managing%20Lactose%20Intolerance_ guidelines&utm_campaign=April%20Newsletter

5. Saneian H et al. Iran J Pediatr 2012; 22: 82 – 86.

6. Huang Y, Xu JH. Chin J Contemp Pediatr 2009; 11: 532 – 536.

7. Brown KH, Peerson JM and Fontaine O. Use of non human milks in the dietary management of young children with acute diarrhea: A meta-analysis of clinical trials. Pediatrics 1994; 93: 17-27.

Breast milk is best for babies and breastfeeding should continue for as long as possible. You should always seek the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietician or pharmacist on the need for and proper method of use of infant formulae and on all matters of infant feeding. Good maternal nutrition is important for the preparation and maintenance of breastfeeding. Introducing partial bottle-feeding may have negative effect on breastfeeding and reversing a decision not to breastfeed is difficult. Social and financial implications should be considered when selecting a method of infant feeding. Infant Formulae should always be prepared and used as directed. Inappropriate foods or feeding methods, or improper use of infant formula, may present a health hazard.

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The Greatness of Board Games

The benefits of playing board games are immense! Why? Simply because children learn best when they are having fun. All sorts of skills can be enhanced by playing board games. maThs skills

fine moTor skills

Adding, subtracting, counting on, number recognition, etc.

As children manipulate small pieces within the game

readinG skills

coGniTive skills

As children read instructions and instruction cards

Involved in understanding rules and the concepts behind the game, logical thinking, problem solving and planning.

knowledGe Many games are designed to inform and expand on children’s knowledge

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The benefits of playing board games, however, are especially seen in the area of social skills.

Board games help children’s social skills improve such as: Taking turns. for young children, this is often a difficult social skill to learn. Offering children plenty of opportunities to take turns helps them to develop this vital life skill.

engaging in acceptable social behaviour.

Let’s face it ... some behaviours are socially acceptable and others are absolutely not. Children need plenty of opportunities to learn how to control and express their emotions in socially acceptable ways. Board games are great for fostering these skills.

dealing with winning and losing.

While we all love to win, losing is part of life. We need to help equip our children with such life skills. They need to deal with losing as they are definitely going to experience this in life. Just as important it is to teach children how to deal with winning.

Patience.

Yes, you do have to wait until it is your turn. Yes, you do need to allow someone else time to finish their play.

Waiting is not easy at the best of times.

At least board games allow children to extend their patience while playing a fun game.

following rules.

Where would this world be without rules? They are part of everyday’s life. Board games allow children to experience rules, learn rules and negotiate with others when rules need to be modified.

fair play. fair play; sharing; preferring one another: all skills that are really hard to learn. Children need to exercise and experience opportunities where they need to play fairly so they can develop a sense of fairness.

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Here are some of our new Orchard Toys board games which will enable your children to learn whilst having fun with these games.

Look out for their Educational benefits.

fUn neW games & From orchArd t We are delighted to announce a fantastic new collection of New Games and Jigsaw Puzzles to the Orchard Toys range.

Choose your favourite game for the summer!

5+ Football Game Score the first goal to win the game!

Watch the ball pass backwards and forwards as you race to score the winning goal in this exciting game of football!

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Magic Cauldron Game Add and subtract to fill your cauldron! A unique way to make learning addition and subtraction exciting! fill bubbling cauldrons with weird and wacky ingredients as you solve the sums. Check the answers by rubbing the heat sensitive ‘ghost’ patches on the cards to see if you are right.

Educational Benefits of Football Game • Promotes Imaginative Play • encourages Number and Counting Skills • Develops Personal and Social Skills

Educational Benefits of Magic Cauldron Game • encourages Observational Skills • encourages Number and Counting Skills • encourages Discussion • Develops Personal and Social Skills

Robot Run An addictively fun game for all the family.

Who will be the first player to match all of their colourful robots in this fun colour and matching game?

Players will have fun taking turns to match cards by either robot type or colour.

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Educational Benefits of Robot Run • Develops Colour Recognition • encourages Observational Skills • encourages Discussion • Develops Shape and Matching Skills

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s & jigsaW pUzzles d toys this summer Veg Patch Match Learn about fruits and vegetables in this jolly game.

Children learn about different fruits and vegetables as they build matching and memory skills in this jolly game with a cheeky twist. Take turns swapping your small veg patch cards to match the central veg patch board, be the first to do so and shout “Veg Patch Match!” But watch out for Mr Sprout; when another player uses this card they can change the veg patch which everyone is matching to!

A fun and strategic game for all the family.

Educational Benefits of Veg Patch Match • encourages Observational Skills • encourages Discussion • Develops Matching and Memory Skills

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18m+ Farmyard Heads and Tails A fun first matching activity that develops into a game as your child grows in confidence and ability. farmyard Heads and Tails is a simple game, which toddlers can enjoy on their own or with other players. featuring twelve farm characters and objects to match, the game encourages observational and memory skills whilst introducing very young children to the concept of turn-taking!

The big, wipe-clean cards are ideal for little hands.

Educational Benefits of Farmyard Heads and Tails • encourages Observational Skills • encourages Discussion • Develops Personal and Social Skills • Develops Matching and Memory Skills • Develops Hand eye Coordination

Where Do I Live?

An animals of the world lotto.

Where Do I Live? is a fun animals of the world lotto, where players develop their knowledge and understanding of the world as they match different animals to their habitats. Children will love learning about unusual animals from around the world, whether they live in the desert, under the sea, in the jungle or in the arctic!

Double-sided boards feature fun and interesting animal and habitat facts, such as Polar bears actually have black skin. It is their furry coats that make them look white, as the hollow hairs reflect light! These are perfect for educational discussions once the game is complete.

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Educational Benefits of Where Do I Live?

• encourages Observational Skills • encourages Discussion • Develops Personal and Social Skills • Develops Matching and Memory Skills

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Disc vering

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All apples are picked by hand and gently packed into crates.

These are then sorted into groups, checked and tested

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When our babies are ready to expand their diet, beyond that of breastmilk or formula, we ensure that they are fed the best first foods. We make sure that our little ones are started on a healthy and nutritious diet. Over the past 100 years, Plasmon invested in research and development on infant nutrition. Inspired by the nutritional needs of babies, Plasmon set its foundations around the Plasmon Oasi programme. As a result, Plasmon guarantees a safe, quality product that provides our delicate babies the highest nutritional value.

The Oasi prOgramme Takes rOOT arOunD a seT Of rigOrOus rules anD criTeria ThaT ensure The besT meThODs Of culTivaTiOn are useD

The Plasmon Oasi adventure continues as we head towards the beautiful city of Verona, the city most famous for being the setting of Romeo & Juliet.

The team plans to visit the Plasmon fields and apple orchards in the small village of Zevio, which is 14 kilometres southeast of Verona. We met Francesco, a dedicated farmer who for the past 25 years has been growing apple trees for the production of baby food. He speaks with great passion and dedication about the way fruit is harvested and cultivated. We hop on his truck and he drives around his 100 acres of land of apples.

While walking through the orchards, the Plasmon agronomist, Michele Rossi, explains that not every farm can enter the Plasmon SRI programme.

The SRI programme or as famously known as Oasi programme takes root around a set of rigorous rules and criteria that ensure the best methods of cultivation are used. The programme offers a unique guarantee of total quality from the raw material to the finished product.

Francesco shares the Plasmon Oasi philosophy as he maintains and follows the cultivation agreement designed by Plasmon. The apple orchards are situated away from sources of pollution, away from motorways and industrial areas. Impressed by the magnificent green scenery, Francesco and Michele, tell us that there are 3 varieties of apples grown at Francesco’s fields. These are the golden, red and green apples loaded with vitamins, minerals and goodness.

All apples are picked by hand and gently packed into crates. These are then sorted into groups, checked and tested. Apples are ground into the perfect puree consistency, suitable for our baby’s early nutrition. The puree is then transported to the Plasmon plant for bottling and packaging.

All the fruit is completely traceable from the fields to the finished product.

The code at the top of the Plasmon cap, makes it possible to trace back to each raw material.

THe cOde MAkeS IT POSSIBle TO TRAce eAcH RAW MATeRIAl

Babies and their delicate little tummies remain at the heart of the team, as they prepare a nutritionally complete product suitable for their early nutrition.

Our visit at the apple orchards came to the end and we drove back to the historic citycentre of Verona. We took a stroll through the picturesque streets and finally reached the worldfamous Juliet’s house, with its famous balcony and Juliet’s statue. Astonished by its simple elegance, the square was an on-going party.

The following day, the team planned to take an internal flight from Verona to Rome to visit the Plasmon plant. The Oasi adventure continues…

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CRAFT YOUR IMAGINATION

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Re a To Play With P Everyone loves play dough! It is so much fun and provides plenty of learning opportunities, and the possibilities of what it can be moulded into are endless!

1. Play dough Improves Fine Motor Skills Squishing, squeezing, stretching and moulding play dough helps to build muscle strength in the fingers and hands.

This in turn makes it easier to complete fine motor activities like holding a pencil and cutting with scissors later on.

Providing small items like buttons, sequins, pasta, pebbles and shells with the play dough will also encourage children to use their fine motor skills when picking up and placing these objects into their play dough creations. It is a great idea to put out some shape cutters, a grater, blunt plastic knives and tweezers which can all be used to mould and transform the play dough.

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2. You Can Teach Little Children All About Numbers And Letters when Using Play Dough Using play dough to teach numbers and letters is fantastic, particularly for tactile learners, as they are able to mould and move the dough into the correct shapes. Children may like to make their name, write a secret message to a friend or make the numbers to 10. There is HeAPS of research out there that shows that children learn much more effectively when they are actively involved in their learning in a handson manner. Therefore, play dough is a great way for kids to learn about letters and numbers!

3. It Encourages Make Believe Play and Promotes Creativity Make believe play is so important for young children.

Play dough provides the perfect open-ended stimulus for children to let their imagination run wild and to create a million different make believe scenarios! A little lump of play dough can easily be transformed into a chef’s kitchen, a restaurant, a bank, a police station or a race track. Make believe play encourages children to build social skills and use their imagination, amongst many other things.

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here are six learning beneFits oF Colouring-in aCtivities.

With DevelopMents in teChnology, i Feel that Colouring in aCtivities have taken a bit oF a baCk seat in ChilDren’s learning. Colouring in piCtures anD DraWings May seeM like a siMple task but there are so Many learning beneFits For ChilDren to engage in the aCt oF Colouring in.

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Colouring helps children develop good finger grip. It provides an opportunity to practice holding a pencil the correct way and aids in developing those fine motor muscles in their hands, fingers, and wrist.

Colouring in assists in the development of hand & eye coordination as the child learns to colour within the specified area. Watching and doing and coordinating both actions is a developing skill when colouring in.

When children first start colouring they will have a tough time keeping within the lines but as they progress their skill will increase. Staying inside the lines takes considerable skill and when they master it they gain a sense of pride and achievement.

Children’s length of concentration develops and improves over time.

Colouring requires good concentration and this type of focusing on one task can help a child develop his or her overall concentration levels.

Colour reCognition Colouring in activities encourages colour awareness. Using different colours gives children an opportunity to explore different combinations and lets them see how they can change the appearance of the picture. It is great also for gaining awareness of the lesser known colours.

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Colouring in books proviDe an opportunity For ChilDren to not only Colour in but also get exCiteD about Colouring in. it proviDes ChilDren With a purpose to aChieve an outCoMe anD are MotivateD to see their Colouring in CoMe to liFe.

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sense oF priDe anD aChieveMent We need to give young children every opportunity to gain self-confidence and a sense of self-worth. If they can create something that is aesthetically pleasing, then this will help in the positive development of their personality.

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Creativity Colouring in stimulates creative thinking. Children can develop a drawing style and enjoy making an imaginary world. Children learn to plan as they decide the colours they will use in their picture and then what order they are going to colour things within the picture. As their confidence grows, they are more likely to take risks and experiment with colour, patterns, and special effects with pencil or marker strokes.

Colouring in has an important place in child development and can easily be incorporated into a child’s day. It provides an opportunity to practice and develop many skills such as concentration, fine motor and coordination for early writing skills and correct finger grip. It also gives the experience of creativity, colour awareness and developing a sense of achievement. All these learning benefits from the simple act of colouring in.

eDuCational BeNefITS encourages Observational Skills

Develops Hand eye Coordination

encourages Number and Counting Skills

Develops Colour Recognition

encourages Discussion

Promotes Imaginative Play

Develops Shape and Matching Skills

Promotes Language and Literacy

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A Journey oF TAsTEs & TEXTUREs

Up until now your baby has been content with breast or formula milk whilst dabbling in the delights of pureed fruits and root veggies, but now’s the time to let them discover a world of tastes and textures Between six and nine months, once first tastes have been accepted and your baby’s digestive system is maturing, you can start to increase the amount and variety of food you give your baby. Babies are developing quite rapidly at this stage, so this is a window of opportunity to help them master the art of chewing.

The key to introducing tastes and textures successfully is to take it slow and follow your baby’s pace – after all the experience can be quite daunting for them.

There’s no point in pushing them when they’re not ready as they’ll just kick up a fuss and it will be harder next time around. You simply have to be patient and persistent.

TACKILING TEXTURE So you’re a first foods pro but now tackling texture? Don’t worry if you’re unsure where to start, just follow my top steps to introducing texture.

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MAKE pUREEs ThICKER I would start by making the consistency of the puree thicker. Try mashing a portion of their food then adding it to the puree; gradually increasing the ratio of mashed the pureed food. Once she’s open to a thicker texture then you can slowly stop pureeing and simply just mash the food by hand.

FINELy Chop ThE vEGGIEs Dicing vegetables finely is also a good way to introduce texture. Start by softening small cubes of carrots or apple which will allow their gums to squash them when they try to chew.

Be careful when you do this as surprise chunks can really startle your baby and put them off. Making your own baby food will allow you to control the size of the lumps and in turn, you can gradually increase their size.

Add ChUNKIER Foods With my son Nicholas I soon realised that if I added baby pasta shapes to his favourite puree then he’s been more receptive because it was a flavour he was familiar with. Give rice or couscous a go too - you might be surprised at what gets wolfed down.

For a sweeter option, try cereal or porridge with a little cow’s milk which can now be introduced when your baby is 6 months plus.

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UsE GARLIC, hERBs ANd spICEs At this stage it’s important to avoid salt, sugar and honey so instead try thyme, bay leaves, parsley, dried oregano, ground coriander and cinnamon etc... If using a stock cube for flavour make sure you use unsalted cubes.

It’s surprising how these ingredients really pack in a punch of flavour and often it’s a taste your baby will love.

CooKING ChICKEN Chicken is an ideal first meat as blends well with root veggies and fruits. It’s also packed with protein and vitamin B12 to help babies grow. Chicken can be diced finely and blended with sweet potato and apple or butternut squash and tarragon for a top tea.

I would advise that as well as chicken breast try also using the thigh meat – the dark meat of chicken contains twice as much iron and zinc as the white.

FEEdING FIsh Fish is a tricky ingredient to get babies eating, particularly because it’s bland and can be tough when overcooked making it harder to swallow.

Fish like salmon or cod provide the important fatty acids needed to help aid your baby’s brain, nervous system and vision development.

Try mixing fish with stronger tastes such as carrots, tomato and grated cheddar and always check for bones before serving.

IMpoRTANT IRoN Babies are born with a store of iron inherited from their mother. At six months this begins to run low so introduce foods rich in iron such as meat, leafy green veggies and pulses.

Vitamin C can help aid iron absorption so give foods such as broccoli or citrus fruits.

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CoNQUERING TAsTEs I never liked bland baby food. I could never find anything that Nicholas would eat which is why I set about devising my own recipes.

I began experimenting with garlic, herbs and spices to liven-up his food and that’s how I stumbled upon winning flavour combinations which I published in my Complete Baby and Toddler Meal Planner cookbook.

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Call to action If you’re about to tackle tastes and textures, check out Annabel’s stage 2 organic Baby purees, inspired by her homecooked recipes. From Moroccan Chicken to Lentil, Tomato & Cheese, take little ones on a journey of flavour discovery.

organic salmon & sweet potato

organic Moroccan chicken

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RECIPES

BY ANNABEL KARMEL CHICKEN, PEAR, PARSNIP AND CARROT Makes 5 portions Ingredients • A knob of butter • 1 large leek, trimmed, washed and chopped • 125g carrots, peeled and diced • 100g pears, peeled, cored and diced • 100g parsnips, peeled and diced • 100g boneless, skinless chicken breast, chopped • 300ml milk

PEACH, APPLE, STRAWBEERY PUREE Makes 2 portions Ingredients • 1 large apple, peeled, cored and chopped • 1 large peach, peeled, stoned and chopped • 75g strawberries, halved • 1 tbsp baby rice Method 1. Steam the apple for about 4 minutes.

2. Add the peach and strawberries to the steamer and continue to cook for about 3 minutes.

3. Blend the fruits to a smooth puree and stir in the baby rice.

Thicken up this puree by stirring in some baby rice or crushed rusk.

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Method 1. Melt the butter in a saucepan.

Add the leek and fry for 5 minutes until soft, then add the remaining ingredients.

2. Bring up to the boil, cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes until everything is soft and cooked through.

3. Blend until smooth or for older babies blend half, finely chop the rest and stir together.

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caring for toddlers’ skin

dURING THE SUMMER MONTHS

Time for that trip to the beach, a picnic with the family or a walk under our beautiful Maltese blue sky. Summer gives us many good reasons to head out of the house – and most of us do.

It has been estimated that 80% of our lifetime sun exposure occurs before the age of 18 since children like to spend time outdoors. The summer months also bring with them those annoying mosquitoes which will quickly target a toddler’s tender skin. So here are some quick tips to care for your toddler’s skin during the summer months.

sUn Care

* excessive exposure to the sun’s harmful rays will predispose your toddler for skin cancer – also known as melanoma – in the future. A toddler’s skin is delicate and will get more easily sunburnt.

You may have gotten sunburnt before so you know it is not a nice experience. So the following advice should help you prevent this.

article By dr samuel aquilina paediatrician

* There is no easy way of putting this: sun exposure needs to be avoided between 11am and 4pm when the sun is at its highest intensity. At least seek shade if you cannot stay indoors. * Use a good, child-friendly sunscreen. Always searching for creams that are protective against UVA and UVB rays and make sure the Sun Protection factor is 50+.

Apply the cream 30 mins before leaving the house and reapply approximately every 2 hours. * Get your toddler used to wearing hats (ideally with a broad brim) and a good pair of sunglasses. Cover as much skin as possible with loose cotton clothing keeping in mind not to overheat your child.

heat rash

* A common complaint in a paediatrician’s clinic is heat rash. In this type of rash, small red bumps start appearing in the toddler’s

skin. This usually occurs in sweaty areas like the face, neck, armpits, abdomen and thighs. This type of rash is not serious and usually lasts around a week but talk to your paediatrician if you see white pus filling the bumps. To prevent heat rash make sure your toddler is not overdressed and use a good moisturising wash and cream to help the skin stay healthy.

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* Mosquito bites may make children miserable and the best way for prevention is by using insect repellent. Search for products that contain no more than 30% DeeT or natural based ingredients. Spray on exposed skin areas (but not the face) and on clothing.

I hope this simple advice will enable you to enjoy summer more, while taking care of your toddler’s gentle skin.

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Summer It is the season for our winged friends to wreak their bloody habit again. Mosquitoes are nasty fellows, and there are plenty in Malta at this time of year. It is important that we take measures in our homes to prevent the proliferation of these mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes do not feed on blood. The female mosquito requires a blood meal for development of her eggs and not for nutritional purposes. When they are 10 feet away they use extremely sensitive thermal receptors on the tip of their antenna to locate blood near the surface of our skin. The range of these receptors increases threefold when the humidity is high. That is one of the reasons why we get bitten more in summer!

The average life span of a female mosquito is 3 to 100 days while the male lives only 10 to 20 days.

Here are a few facts and tips that will help you keep these little pests away: • Remove any water-filled containers such as flower plates, old buckets, food containers and tyres; • Drain puddles, inlets to showers and drainage systems and do not allow water to stagnate for more than three days, alternatively, treat with chlorine; • Keep gutters free from leaves and other debris so that water does not collect in them; • Standing water in pools, catchment basins, etc, that cannot be drained or dumped should be periodically treated with properly labelled insecticide; • Swimming pools should be kept empty if not in use or regularly maintained with chlorine; • Keep water tanks, wells and reservoirs covered.

Here are some suggestions to prevent being bitten: • ensure that door and window screens fit tightly and are in good state; • Wear socks, shoes, long trousers and a longsleeved shirt when outdoors for long periods of time, and when mosquitoes are most active.

Clothing should be made of tightly woven materials to keep mosquitoes away from the skin; • Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in an unscreened structure, and to protect infants when outdoors; • When it is necessary to be outdoors, insect repellent should be applied regularly as indicated on the product’s label.

• Use fans – mosquitoes are weak fliers and a strong wind produced by a fan not only keeps them from flying but diffuses chemical cues they use to locate blood meals.

ChiCCo UltrasoUnd anti- mosqUito deviCes These Devices are made out of ultrasound technology which annoys mosquitoes but do not have any side effect on people. These devices are environmentally friendly and do not release chemicals, so you do not need to air rooms after use. Due to the technical functional performance of these devices, they might be less effective against particular types of mosquitoes or at different latitudes throughout the world.

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MOSCHE-TAFANI FLIES API-VESPE BEES-WASPS ZANZARE MOSQUITOES ΓΙΑ ΕΞΊΤΕΥΙΚΗ ΧΥΗΣΗ ÎœÎ&#x;Î?Î&#x;: ιποφĎ?γξτξ τΡν ξπιφΎ Οξ Ď„Îą ΟΏτΚι, Ď„Îż ĎƒĎ„ĎŒÎźÎą κιΚ τους Î˛ÎťÎľÎ˝Î˝ÎżÎłĎŒÎ˝ÎżĎ…Ď‚ ιδένξς. ÎšĎ ÎąĎ„ÎŽĎƒĎ„Îľ ÎźÎąÎşĎ ÎšÎŹ ÎąĎ€ĎŒ Ď„Îą πιΚδΚΏ. ÎœÎˇÎ˝ Ď‡Ď ÎˇĎƒÎšÎźÎżĎ€ÎżÎšÎľÎŻĎ„Îľ ĎƒÎľ ÎľĎ ÎľÎ¸ÎšĎƒÎźÎ­Î˝Îˇ ÎľĎ€ÎšÎ´ÎľĎ ÎźÎŻÎ´Îą.

SENZA ALCOOL NO ALCOHOL

USO EXTERNO: evitar el contacto con los ojos, la boca y las mucosas. MantĂŠngase fuera del alcance de los niĂąos. No utilizar sobre piel lesionada o irritada.

SENZA AMMONIACA NO AMMONIA

TYLKO DO UĹťYTKU ZEWNĘTRZNEGO: unikać kontaktu z oczami, ustami i bĹ‚onÄ… Ĺ›luzowÄ….

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FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY: avoid contact with eyes, mouth and mucous membranes.

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Chicco Šagodzący Roll-on po ukąszeniu idealnie łagodzi podraşnienia skóry wywołane czynnikami zewnętrznymi. Jego naturalna formuła zawierająca ekstrakt z Zanthoxylum, chińskiej rośliny powszechnie znanej z właściwości łagodzących, jest szczególnie wskazana przy łagodzeniu podraşnień delikatnej skóry dziecka. Nie pozostawia tłustych plam. Zawiera mentol, nadaje delikatne uczucie świeşości.

SPOSÓB UŝYCIA: zdjąć nakrętkę ochronną, masować podraşnione miejsce końcówką z kulką, nałoşyć ostroşnie nakrętkę ochronną. Jeşeli to konieczne, powtórzyć czynność po kilku minutach.

NIE ZAWIERA AMONIAKU, NIE ALKOHOLU. Hipoalergiczny: opracowany w celu zmniejszenia ryzyka alergii.

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O PĂłs-Picada da Chicco ĂŠ ideal para aliviar as sensaçþes incomodativas da pele, causadas por fatores externos. A sua fĂłrmula natural, com extrato de Zanthoxylum, uma planta chinesa universalmente conhecida pelas suas propriedades anti-irritantes, estĂĄ especialmente indicada para aliviar e suavizar a pele delicada do seu bebĂŠ. Deixa a pele delicadamente perfumada, sem untar. Com mentol, oferece uma delicada sensação de frescura. MODO DE UTILIZAĂ‡ĂƒO: Retire a tampa de proteção. Aplique na zona afetada, massajando com a esfera humedecida. Depois de aplicar, coloque novamente a tampa de proteção. Caso seja necessĂĄrio, repita a operação depois de alguns minutos. NAO CONTEM AMONIACO, NAO Ă LCOOL. HipoalergĂŠnico: formulado para minimizar o risco de alergias. CPNP 6969451

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The active ingredient in Chicco anti-mosquito products is eucalyptus Maculata PT Citrodiora extract, a naturally derived oil which is an insect repellent. This oil is extracted from a particular species of eucalyptus; the active content is naturally derived and the extraction process is certified by eCOCeRT which PL guarantees the conformity of the raw material, accordingly to natural and organic cosmetic standards.

Several studies, including a clinical study, have demonstrated the high EL efficacy of the eucalyptus Maculata Citrodiora extract against a wide range of mosquitoes such as Asian tiger and Dengue Mosquitoes. The extract of eucalyptus Maculata Citrodiora is also effective against a wide variety of other insects such as ticks, sand flies and horse flies.

It has been shown that repellency of eucalyptus Maculata Citrodiora extract is similar to that of synthetic materials currently on the market, such as DeeT, and various tests have shown it to be more effective than others, more commonly used active natural ingredients.

USO ESTERNO: evitare il contatto con gli occhi, la bocca e le mucose. Tenere lontano dalla portata dei bambini. Non utilizzare su cute lesa o irritata.

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El Roll-on Post-Picadura Chicco es ideal para atenuar las molestas sensaciones de la piel causadas por factores externos. Su fĂłrmula natural con extracto de Zanthoxylum, planta china reconocida universalmente por sus propiedades anti-irritantes y calmantes, la hacen particularmente indicada para la delicada piel de tu hijo.

No deja rastros grasos y deja la piel delicadamente perfumada.

Con mentol, ofrece una delicada sensaciĂłn de frescura. MODO DE EMPLEO: quitar el capuchĂłn protector. Masajear la zona a tratar con la bola para humedecerla. Cerrar de nuevo cuidadosamente con el capuchĂłn protector. Si es necesario, repetir la operaciĂłn despuĂŠs de algunos minutos. NO CONTIENE AMONIACO, NO ALCOHOL. HipoalergĂŠnico: formulado para minimizar el riesgo de alergias.

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EN NATURAL AFTER BITE ROLL ON

Chicco Soothing After-Bite Roll On is ideal to soothe and relieve skin discomfort caused by external factors. Its natural formula, with extract of Zanthoxylum, a Chinese plant universally recognised for its soothing properties, is particularly indicated to offer relief to baby’s delicate skin. It does not leave stains or grease marks. With menthol for a delicate refreshing feeling. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE: remove the protective cap, massage the part of the body with the dampened ball, close the pen carefully with the protective cap. If necessary, repeat the operation after a few minutes. CONTAINS NO ALCOHOL, NO AMMONIA. Hypoallergenic: formulated to minimise the risk of allergies.

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Ingredients, INCI Name UE(USA): Aqua (Water), Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Propanediol, Oleyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Menthol, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Geranium Robertianum Extract.

IT DOPO-PUNTURA NATURALE

Il Roll On Dopo Puntura di Chicco è l’ideale per attenuare le sensazioni fastidiose della pelle causate da fattori esterni. La sua formula naturale, con estratto di Zanthoxylum, pianta cinese universalmente riconosciuta per le sue proprietà anti irritanti, è particolarmente indicata per lenire la pelle delicata del tuo bambino. Non unge. Con mentolo, offre una delicata sensazione di freschezza MODALITÀ D’IMPIEGO: togliere il cappuccio protettivo, massaggiare la zona interessata muovendo la sfera inumidita dal liquido, richiudere accuratamente con il cappuccio protettivo.

Se necessario, ripetere l’operazione dopo qualche minuto.

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Ideal to soothe itching on baby’s delicate skin thanks to its natural formula with extract of Zanthoxylum, a Chinese plant universally recognised for its soothing properties. The new extract-gentle formula contains menthol for a cooling sensation. It does not leave stains or grease marks.

NO AMMONIA & NO ALCOHOL.

may Be Used after a jellyfish sting too, thanks to its soothing properties

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first aid for

Burns & ScaldS Article by st John ambulance, malta

Burns and scalds are damage to the skin caused By heat. a Burn is usually caused By dry heat, like fire, a hot iron, or the sun. a scald is caused By wet heat, like steam or a hot cup of tea.

You need to be extra careful when treating burns. The longer the burning goes on, the more severe the injury will be, and the longer it may take to heal. So you need to cool the burn as soon as possible.

If someone has a severe burn or scald they are likely to suffer from shock (is a life-threatening condition, not to be confused with emotional shock) because of the fluid loss, so they will need urgent hospital treatment.

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What to look oUt for If you think someone has a burn or scald, there are five key things to look for: • Red skin • Swelling • Blisters may form on the skin later on • The skin may peel • The skin may be white or scorched

What yoU need to do

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Stop the burning from getting worse, by moving the casualty away from the source of heat.

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If it is serious, call 112 for emergency medical help.

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Remove any jewellery or clothing near the burn (unless it is stuck to the skin).

6 Start cooling the burn as quickly as possible.

Run it under cool water for at least ten minutes or until the pain feels better. Don’t use ice, creams or gels – they can damage tissues and increase risk of infection.

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Assess how bad the burn is.

It is serious if it is: • larger than the size of the casualty’s hand • on the face, hands or feet, or • a deep burn

After the burn has been cooled; cover the burned area with kitchen cling film or another clean, non-fluffy material, like a clean plastic bag.

This will protect from infection.

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If necessary, treat for shock. If you are unsure if the burn is serious then you should seek medical help.

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