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WELCOME

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48 46 8. PRODUCTS WE LOVE Everything you will need from pregnancy to parenthood.

14. TOP TIPS FOR VISITING THE BABY SHOW Shop with confidence

18. REAL LIFE STORIES Josephine’s story and how everyone’s recovery is different

26. 5 REASONS YOU NEED A WILL It’s never to early

29. BEST BREAST PUMPS This mama’s milking it! Find the best breast pump for you.

31. 4TH TRIMESTER The trimester no one is talking about

35. BEST DOUBLE PRAMS Double the love made easy

40. WHY WE LOVE CHOLINE And you should too.

42. DOES YOUR BABY HAVE COLIC

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54. SEVEN COMPACT STROLLERS Travel in style

59. E-PRIAM REVIEW Meet the pram everyone is talking about.

61. DELICATE SKIN Sun creams to protect your little ones skin this Summer.

63. COMPETITION TIME Time to bounce your way to win this fantastic prize worth £180

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WELCOME

From the EDITOR If your reading this then you may well be pregnant ... Or maybe your baby is already here... Either way, congratulations and welcome to parenthood!

Ah, summer... from picnics in the park and playing with your little ones, to uncommonly finding a quiet moment to yourself to savour a good read (of this magazine..?) and a glass of rose. Summer is nearly here. But it’s also a time as a parent where things become a little simpler. Less clothes to wash, less time in the soft play centre and more time enjoying the things we take for granted like watching your babys’ eyes light up as they feel the grass between their toes for the first time.

Along with the warmer weather comes the yearly hurdle on how to dress. Even more so if you throw the accessory of a baby bump into the equation! Page 36 features our fashion edit which will offer influences and ideas for our updated wardrobe.

Turning our attention back to our glorious gardens, page 62 features the best toys for your garden this summer. Are you fortunate enough to be finally going abroad this summer? Look at that grin! You should flick over to page 54 for the top seven travel strollers!

We have caught up with the lovely ladies at Purer to find out more about the supplement on the tip of everybodys’ tongue! You can do the same on page 40. Back and forth, back and forth! Page 31 is where we talk about that forgotten trimester, we are all too busy preparing for the tricky 9 months ahead that we forget to prepare ourselves for the 4th trimester. Which FYI might say it’s the most important of all!

This is an edition that is full to the brim with all the best products, articles and even includes the best Baby Show finds - page 16.

I wish you all the most fun-packed adventurous summer yet!

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With many thanks to our contributors: The Baby Show, Tenscare, Valentino Photgraphy, BioGaia, Plum Play, Purerl, Dr Goldstein & all our advertisers.

No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, without the express permission of the editor. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for errors, inaccuracies or omissions.

The opinions expressed within Project Baby magazine are not necessarily the views of the publishers, but those of individual writers.

Project Baby is printed by Wyndeham Group.

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LECLERC BABY INFLUENCER Coming complete with a sun canopy and rain cover for keeping them covered and comfortable no matter the weather, it can be used from six months, well into the toddler years. www.harrods.com

10 Things

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PIPPETA Being small and lightweight this pump can be worn inside your nursing bra, with no tubes or wires - it’s truly hands free!

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ARTIPOPPE NANCY & FRANK Hiding beneath this cool, calm and collected exterior is a whole host of functionality backpack straps, shoulder strap, changing mat, organiser and pockets upon pockets for everything you could possibly need! www.nancyandfrank.com

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The stroller’s lightweight, compact, and easy-to-handle design is perfect for navigating urban spaces.

Maximizing comfort and convenience, the stroller can be pushed and packed up with just one hand. Fold up the Thule Shine to jump in a taxi or dip into a coffee shop with ease.

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The Zeitgeist Baby Carrier is a onesize-fits-all product. Multiple ergonomic positions (front carry facing in, facing out, and back carry). The shoulder straps, waistband and neck cushion are padded and easily adjustable offering a perfect fit and optimal comfort for your baby. www.smallable.com

LIFESTYLE

MAXI COSI IORA CO-SLEEPER The Iora from Maxi Cosi has been designed especially with comfort and bonding in mind. Capable of use as both a sidesleeping and standalone crib, this crib has an easy-slide function and five adjustable heights. www.mamasandpapas.com

POSTNATAL LATCHED LEGGINGS These leggings are thick and firm for great support whether squatting in the gym, off for a coffee morning or surviving the soft play! Be careful ladies it’s a jungle out there!! www.latched.uk

MILTON DUMMY STERILISER

BIO GAIA BioGaia Protectis Baby Drops is a high-quality food supplement with probiotics. Helps balance baby’s gut flora and give a good start to life. Suitable from birth.

The Milton Mini Soother Steriliser in Purple ensures you always have a clean pacifier ready when you need it. www.boots.com

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CUBO AI PLUS SMART BABY MONITO

Paediatrician co-created, Cubo Ai alerts you in real-time if it detects that your baby’s mouth and nose are covered or if they’re face down.

Peace of mind for parents via 1080p HD night vision, true cry detection, danger zone alerts and more, so you always know when your baby needs you. Sleep Analytics to check baby’s sleep health in easy-to-navigate stats.

Playback up to 18 hours with tags guiding you through every event. www.uk.cubo.com

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LIFESTYLE

MY EXPERT MIDWIFE SPRITZ FOR BITS Spritz for Bits helps to provide instant relief for post-delivery discomfort and pain caused by tearing, bruising, swelling and stretching during childbirth.

Price: £19.99 www.myexpertmidwife.com

NOORDI 2IN1 The multifunctional Baby Nest & Pregnancy Pillow from Noordi, offers you a reliable companion during pregnancy and beyond.

Price: £99.00 www.johnstonprams.com

MY LITTLE COCO Treat your bump with this targeted treatment bump mask to care for your skin.

Cooling aloe vera hydrates the dry skin whilst rosehip works to help reduce stretch marks. Price: £3.99 www.boots.com

Products for your

BUMP Support

PERSONALISED WEEKLY ‘BUMP’ PREGNANCY JOURNAL Delight the Mummy-to-be with this luxury weekly ‘tales of the bump’ pregnancy journal.

Personalised with her name in gold, silver or rose gold, the Mum-to-be will love capturing moments and memories throughout her pregnancy in this beautiful hardcover journal.

Price: £27.00 www.notonthehighstreet.com

MAMA MIO The mama mio Tummy Rub Butter is primarily designed for one thing: increasing skin elasticity. You’re gonna grow, you’re gonna shrink; and no-one tells you your skin doesn’t have to suffer – but it’s a battle and you have to fight! Your secret weapon is the continual and plentiful use of Omega 3, 6 and 9 to help build your skin’s strength and elasticity. www.mioskincare.co.uk

THE HYPNOBIRTHING BOOK The Hypnobirthing Book is a complete antenatal preparation which guides you to achieve the birth you want. Childbirth can be an empowering and positive experience that you treasure for the rest of your life.

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LIFESTYLE

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RAFFI ACTIVITY FLOOR MIRROR

This floor mirror from Done by Deer is ideal for encouraging tummy time. In the shape of a playful giraffe, it includes many sensory features such as colourful tags, tactile textures and crinkle and bell sounds. The cute giraffe stands firmly on the floor with its sandbag filling and makes a wonderful gift idea for a new arrival. Price: £40.00 www.babymori.com

TINY LOVE PLAY MAT - BOHO CHIC Boho Chic is a double-padded soft activity mat. Tiny Love has developed this play mat using premium fabrics, combined with a natural wood Play arch fitted with a selection of adorable toys.

ERGOBABY ERGOBABY OMNI 360 Carry your precious cargo with confidence. From materials to workmanship we stand by our products. If you find a manufacturing or material defect, we will replace your carrier or part at no charge

Products for your

Price from: £109.00 www.mamasandpapas.com

BABY TODDLEKIND Toddlekind consists of 6 tiles of 60 cm.

You can expand the playmat according to your space and needs.

Price: £94.00 www.naturalbabyshower.co.uk

The all-in-one, newborn ready Omni 360 Cool Air Mesh Baby Carrier has all the carry positions plus ultimate ventilation to keep you both cooler. Omni 360 grows with baby from week 1 to 20 kg and offers a perfect fit for all parents.

Price: £164.00 www.ergobaby.co.uk

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LIFESTYLE

WOBBLE BOARD Wobbel balancing board. Beautiful, stylish, functional with so much scope for open-ended play. Develop strength and physical skills as well as your imagination. Rock from side to side, flip and it becomes a bridge, den, seat or stool.

Curl up in it, read a book and enjoy the gentle movement. Choose from a range of colours, felt or cork backed, beech or bamboo. Bring a Wobbel into your life and you’ll wonder how you ever managed without one! Waldorfinspired, heirloom toy with multiple us

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WET WIPES

PURA

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Products for your

TODDLER ZONKY

3 of the Best Made from biodegradable plant fibres.

99% water and organic aloe vera. No perfume, alcohol or chlorine. 100% plastic free, biodegradable and compostable.

British Skin Foundation. AllergyUK - Allergy Friendly Product. Gentle and safe for your baby’s delicate skin. Suitable for newborns, sensitive and eczema prone skin. Suitable for vegans.

Price: £2.00 www.boots.com

The modular soft play sofa with unlimited possibilities. Made up of 6 bouncy foam pieces, each covered in a removable, vegan microsuede fabric.

6 configurable foam pieces with removable, machine washable covers. 100% made in the UK. Unlimited possibilities & endless fun boosts development with The Zonky play sofa.

Price: £199.00 www.zonky.uk

3 IN 1 DELUXE PUSH ALONG SCOOTER START-RITE Contrasting colourfulstitching and heel tabs add colour to the soft leather uppers of the Start-Rite Baby Leo boys rip tape pre-walkers. Comfort and protection is provided by the padded ankles, heel and toe bumpers and cushioned insoles. A secure fit is ensured with the two rip tape fastenings.

Price: £29.99 www.jojomamanbebe.com

The Mini Micro 3 in 1 Push Along Scooter grows and develops as its rider does.

First, it’s a push along with an adjustable steering handle. Once they - and you are confident enough, simply remove the handle and it’s a ride-on scooter with adjustable height seat.

AQUA WIPES Aqua Wipes® are a natural, 100% biodegradable, plastic free baby wipe with 99.6% Purified Water and Organic Aloe Vera. They understand how delicate your newborn babies’ skin is. It is usually recommended that they are cleansed with pure water and cotton wool only, in fact, some guidelines recommend not to use regular baby wipes in the early days of a newborn baby’s life, due to their high levels of chemicals. Aqua Wipes® are the perfect solution.

Price: £2.70 www.aquawipes.co.uk

Price: £108.00 www.kidly.co.uk

MUM & YOU New, improved formula is 99.5% natural and is made from 98% water.

Our 100% biodegradable baby wipes are made from naturally derived fibres, which breaks down quickly after throwing away, even in landfill conditions. In fact, our lab tests show our wipes biodegraded in 15 days in land fill. That’s faster than food waste!

Price: £2.00 www.mumandyou.com project-baby.co.uk

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TOP TIPS

For Visitng The Baby Show Top tips for visiting The Baby Show NEC Birmingham 13-15th May and why it’s the ideal place to shop, compare all your baby shopping needs.

If you’re looking to shop lots of well-known and independent baby and toddler brands under one roof, events like The Baby Show are the ideal place to visit. Not only do you get to see lots of well-known brands and boutique and those not on the high street under one roof, but experts are also on hand to answer all those questions you have. Not to mention all the goodies you will leave with, it’s a no brainer that Baby Shows are the way forward for all your shopping needs. But they can be overwhelming so here’s a guide of our top tips to get you started.

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TICKETS TO THE SHOW

Be sure to check out our Instagram page for our unique code for your tickets to the biggest Baby Show at NEC Birmingham 13-15th May 2022 giving you a huge saving of £7.50 off the door.

2. RESEARCH THE BRANDS BEFORE YOU VISIT

The Baby Show team have made it super easy for visitors by listing all the exhibitors on their website prior to the show. You can even have a little root around exhibitor websites to get a taste of the brands before you visit their stands. You will also discover all the show offers and product launches making you super prepared for the show itself.

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3. MAKE A NOTE OF THE SPECIAL OFFERS

Keep an eye on The Baby Show’s social pages to see some of the deals available at the show.

Event competitions are often listed here too, so write down the stands with giveaways that take your fancy.

These are their social links: Facebook and Instagram @thebabyshow

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4. WRITE A SHOPPING LIST

With the array of products available to buy at the show, it can be pretty mind-blowing. Stay focused by writing a list of your baby essentials so you pick up everything you need, over on The Baby Show website you can save all your favourite brands and products in one place, don’t forget to download your list to bring with you.

Which brings me to my next point…

5. SET YOURSELF A BUDGET

The cost of getting ready for baby’s arrival can soon add up.

Setting a spending budget will help stop you from getting carried away! It goes without saying that we all love a little treat and if there’s something you love, take a look around the show and if you’re still thinking about it go back and purchase it if there’s room in your budget. For big purchases, it’s worth taking a look online to see what the best prices are, then aim to get them for even less at the show.

6. DON’T FORGET THE GOODY BAGS

MadeForMums have the most amazing goody bag on offer at The Baby Show you can pre-pay for them when ordering your tickets or you can pick them up at the show. Don’t Miss out.

7. SEEK OUT THE FREEBIES

Lots of the bigger brands, such as MAM, Lidl GB, all give out freebies when you visit their stands.

8. SNACKS AND DRINKS

Shopping at The Baby Show can be hard hungry work, especially when you’re carrying a baby. It’s also a great time to grab a cuppa look over the list and discuss those big important purchases. The shows often have great food facilities on hand so you won’t even need to leave the venue to grab some decent food and a muchneeded coffee.

9. ASK FOR ADVICE

This is your time to get those burning questions answered, The Baby Show is full of amazing pregnancy and baby experts all under one roof ready and waiting to offer their advice. From Award Winning Midwife: Midwife Marley, Baby Nutritionist: Charlotte Stirling-Reed and Children’s Cookery Author: Annabel Karmel the Live Talks Stage hosts free expert talks, panel discussions, and celebrity Q&As throughout the show.

11. IF YOU LIKE IT, BUY IT -

ESPECIALLY IF IT’S THE LAST ONE! If you’re at a stand and you see something that’s on your list – or that you definitely want – buy it then and there. There’s nothing worse than returning to the stand to buy that special something you had your eye on, only for it to have sold it! This is even more important if you’re visiting on Sunday when traders will have limited stock left.

WANT TO PURCHASE TICKETS Visit www.thebabyshow.co.uk Enter PB15 at checkout for £7.50 off the door prices.

DON’T MISS The NEW Mothercare x Boots Catwalk spectacular! With scheduled live catwalk shows over the three days, much-loved brand Mothercare at Boots will be presenting their latest and greatest products from SS23 baby and maternity clothing to pushchair heroes and baby essentials.

No need to book, just drop in, grab a seat and get ready for the show! All are included in your admission ticket price.

10. ASK OTHER PARENTS

Spot a family with one of the buggies you’ve been lusting over?

Stop them and ask them how they’re finding it. This is a genius way to get an honest appraisal. Ask them for the good and bad points, one feature at The Baby Show most others shows don’t have is the MadeForMums Buggy track. You can pretty much trial any pram over all terrains, giving you a real feel for that huge purchase, before making it. You will find them at the entrance.

11. CHANGING AND FEEDING AREAS

Make the most of the changing and feeding facilities on offer, free nappies from Lidl GB and a private feeding area for Mum. Lidl, will be showcasing their full Lupilu baby range from nutritious meals, snacks and purées to everyday baby essentials including their award-winning nappies that visitors can sample free of charge within the Lidl GB Lupilu baby changing area! project-baby.co.uk

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HEALTH & FITNESS

LECLERC With its chocolate and rose-colored accents, the Leclerc Baby Influencer is without a doubt the trendsetter in the market. It’s a combination of stunning colors, beautiful materials, and our super comfortable OneTouch auto-fold mechanism.

Our new line of Influencers offers you four trendy designs with metallic colored frames that catch the eye.

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BABY SHOW Finds

E-PRIAM e-PRIAM rocking function helps you calm your baby down to sleep anytime and anywhere. The e-stroller moves back and forth, recreating a gentle rocking motion. With the e-PRIAM smart uphill support, walking uphill is made easy. Onboard sensors detect inclines and signal electric motors to add power, making climbs and descents feel effortless. www.cybex-online.com

LATCHED Award Winning Active Wear, Leggings, Shorts, Nursing Bras & More.

See Our Great Prices. Activewear Designed For Comfort & Bump Growth, Enabling You To Move Effortlessly. Maternity Leggings UK. www.latched.uk

MILTON STERILISING UNIT Used by health professionals on maternity wards, the Milton Cold Water method of sterilising is effective within 15 mins. www.milton.com

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PIPPETA NEW Exclusive Pippeta ‘Compact’ pump makes it possible to pump on the go. Being small and lightweight this pump can be worn in your nursing bra, with no tubes or wires - it’s truly hands free! Designed with a curve to fit snug against your breast. www.pippeta.com

NANCY &FRANK BUGGY ORGAINISER Perfect for hands-free organisation when clipped to your pushchair with our Nancy & Frank buggy clips. Also included is a detachable, adjustable cross-body strap allowing you to wear your buggy organiser as a super stylish handbag/mini changing bag for all of your essentials!!

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SNUZ The New Snuzpod 4 is designed to ensure your little one can sleep safely, feed easily, and be even closer with the allnew SnuzPod4 bedside crib! Boasting a stunning new look and brand new features, making it the perfect sleep solution from newborn to 6 months. www.babyplanet.co.uk

MUNCHKIN & BEAR Munchkin & Bear is creating children’s homewares for stylish families to enjoy in shared spaces around their homes. www.munchkinandbear.co.uk

2 LITTLE LEGS Welcome to 2 Little Legs, the home of award winning luxury, handmade children’s clothing. For younger children (up to 5-6 years), my designs are bright and fun to spark imaginations. They are all suitable for both boys and girls. For older children up to 12, I’ve created Vibe by 2LL.

PURER MAMA

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This product is designed to address all the needs of postpartum recovery in the fourth trimester. Its components will provide building blocks for wound repair after perineal tears and caesarean delivery. Purer Glow promote energy, improve muscles, bones, and joints. www.purermama.co.uk project-baby.co.uk

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REAL LIFE

JOSEPHINE’S STORY

A story about everyone’s recovery path being different and finding what works for you.

My name is Josephine. I’m 31 years old, with one healthy happy baby boy after a perfect pregnancy and labour, a loving husband who’s happy in his job and has lots of time to spend with us, living in a beautiful home in a lovely place. Perfect, right?

Not always. What pushed me over the edge was the two-hourly feeding regime.

“THE SLEEP DEPRIVATION TOOK IT’S TOLL QUICKLY.” My son Benjamin grew slowly and started losing weight around 4.5 months. Doctors were uncertain of the cause and there seemed no solution or end in sight to the regular feedings. I felty like it must be my fault. Due to lack of sleep, I soon felt that I couldn’t give him the love, attention, happiness and outings that he deserved. I was rapidly going down a hole of self-destructive thoughts and sleepless nights.

All the while I reminded myself that I needed to ‘get over it’, toughen up and start realising how good I had it. There are mums out there who can’t breastfeed at all, or who had lost a baby, or who had struggled for years to have a child. And here I was, unhappy in my seemingly perfect life. Benjamin was always a happy baby and thrived in all other areas but weight.

I couldn’t make this baby thrive physically, I was too tired to be pleasant to him (or his Dad for that matter), I could not give him the love and cuddles he needed or play with him and take him out and about. I reached the conclusion that Benjamin, and his Dad, would be better off without me. The thought didn’t scare me, it felt right. It was on the money. Weeks went by of me living in a daze where I was forgetful, quickly overwhelmed, exhausted, alone, and generally feeling inadequate.

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“DURING ONE OF THE MANY DOCTORS APPOINTMENTS TO FIGURE OUT A SOLUTION FOR BENJAMIN’S WEIGHT, THE DOCTOR ASKED ME HOW I WAS.” All I did was burst into tears. On explaining to her how I felt she prescribed anti-depressants and wrote out a referral to a psychiatrist.

Having the doctor confirm that I was not in a good place and that I needed help to get out of this was a relief. I didn’t simply have to toughen up by myself and I wasn’t simply being weak.

That night I spoke to my husband about it, which I hadn’t done prior to this day. I didn’t want to be more of a burden on him by “whingeing” about how I wasn’t coping being a mother in a picture perfect life.

Together we decided that I would tackle this without anti-depressants to start with. We agreed that I would try a month to get back on track without medication. This approach worked for me, but may not be appropriate for others. I now felt empowered to take on the challenge of overcoming this depression.

I wrote out a mental health plan that included five things: • • • • • •

practice gratitude exercise or at least a walk outside meditation speak to a positive person once a day (my husband, counsellor, mother’s group, two friends, my mum) relax during nap time – I was only allowed to do one small chore and then something that wou recharge me like meditate, read etc.

These five things really worked for me, but everyone’s recovery path is different so you need to find what works for you.

REAL LIFE As soon as I felt I was allowed to show the people closest to me that I wasn’t coping I felt able to tackle this head on with their help.

In the end, I felt disconnected with the world and our gorgeous baby for about seven months.

My biggest lesson has been to yell out earlier and be a little less harsh on myself.

Telling myself to toughen up in a time where I wasn’t coping made me feel even more like a failure while opening up actually made me feel stronger.

INTRODUCING THE BABYCUP Babycup is a British brand working hard to bring healthy little cups to every highchair.

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Suicide is the leading cause of direct maternal death within a year of having a baby.

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of women experience perinatal mental illness, but a survey by PMHP UK shows that many feel unable to seek treatment due to perceived stigma.

Created by mum of three Sara Keel, Babycup Baby & oddler First Cups are “Little cups for little people” that support oral and dental health and encourage sipping - proven to be best for orthodontic development and fine motor skills.

Lightweight, translucent and just the right size for little hands, the mini open cups are designed for weaning onwards but are also suitable for cup-feeding infants to help establish breastfeeding or support latch problems. They are BPA free, dishwasher and steriliser safe and an essential for every highchair.

For further information, please visit: www.babycup.co.uk

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Gazpacho

3 Fertility Recipes

FOR MEN

Serves: 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS 1 red bell pepper 1 yellow bell pepper 1 green bell pepper 1 small poblano pepper 2 lbs. heirloom tomatoes, roughly chopped 1/2 small onion, roughly chopped 1 bunch scallions, roughly chopped 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped

METHOD 1. Preheat your grill to direct, high heat or heat coals until white and hot. Slice the tops off the peppers and scoop out the seeds. Toss the peppers in salt and the 2 Tbsp oil and grill, turning every few minutes, until all sides are blackened and blistered, about 10 minutes total. Set aside and allow to cool.

2. In a small bowl filled with ½ cup water, soak the bread. Rough chop the peppers and add to a blender or food processor along with the

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2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 thick slice of country white bread, crust removed 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 2 Tbsp 2 Thsp sherry vinegar ½ bunch parsley or cilantro Several dashes Tabasco Salt, to taste

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tomatoes, onion, scallion, cucumber, olive oil, sherry vinegar, and herbs. Squeeze the water out of the bread and add to the food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, season to taste with salt and Tabasco. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.

3. Spoon into chilled bowls and garnish with toasted croutons from the leftover bread, chilled crab or lobster, or diced avocado.

FOOD & DRINK

Marinated Lamb Chops with Watermelon, Haloumi & Mint Salad

Sweetcorn Fritters with Smoked Salmon The corn in this dish is high in arginine, which boosts sperm count and motility, while the salmon helps boost male fertility.

Makes: 10-12 Sweetcorn Fritters Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes

The lamb is packed with arginine and zinc, and the watermelon is rich in vitamin C, which is essential for proper sperm production and male fertility.

Serves: 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tbs red wine vinegar 2 stalks rosemary, sprigs removed, finely chopped 8 midloin lamb chops, trimmed 250g haloumi, cut into 1cm thick slices 1/4 cup mint leaves,

torn 1 tbs baby capers 1 kg seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 3cm cubes 1 small red onion, finely chopped salt & pepper, to taste

2 cups (approx 2 corn cobs) fresh corn kernels 3 spring onions (or 1 small red onion), roughly chopped 2 eggs small handful coriander (or parsley) leaves 150g self-raising flour pinch salt and pepper 1 zucchini, finely grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture

light olive oil, for frying smoked salmon, to serve lemon wedges, to serve Avocado Salsa 1 avocado, stone removed, diced 1 tomato, finely diced 1 spring onion, finely chopped 2 tbs coriander leaves, chopped 1 tbs lemon juice pinch salt and pepper

METHOD

METHOD

1. Combine 1 tbs of the oil, vinegar, rosemary in a jug. Lay chops into a ceramic dish and pour over marinade. Turn chops to coat well. Cover and set aside for 30 minutes.

1. Place half the corn kernels, spring onion, eggs, coriander, flour, salt and pepper in a food processor and process for about 10-15 seconds until combined. Place in a large bowl.

2. Brush haloumi slices with olive oil. Heat a chargrill pan over medium-high heat. Cook haloumi for 2 minutes on each side or until golden. Transfer to a plate. Cool slightly and tear into pieces.

2. Using your hands, squeeze the zucchini to remove any excess moisture. Add to the corn mixture along with the remaining corn kernels. Stir to combine.

3. Combine remaining oil, mint, lemon juice and capers in a jug. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange watermelon, onion and haloumi in a large salad bowl. Drizzle over dressing. Cook chops on a preheated barbecue chargrill or frying pan for about 3 minutes on each side for medium rare or until cooked to your liking. Serve marinated lamb chops with watermelon, haloumi & mint salad.

3. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of the oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Drop large spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden on the underside.

Turn and cook the other side until golden and cooked through.

Repeat with remaining mixture, using more oil if needed.

4. Drain on paper towels and serve with the avocado salsa (lightly stir the ingredients together), smoked salmon and lemon.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Pregnancy Fitness

Safe orNot? Safe

SWIMMING

BARRE CLASS “Barre classes are a wonderful, mostly low-impact form of exercise for elongating your muscles,” Pinto says. “I recommend against turns, jumps, and leaps after the first trimester due to your changing equilibrium and center of gravity, which makes a fall more likely, but slow-tempo exercises in the center and at the barre are perfectly safe.

Even simple small jumps are okay when you are landing on both feet at the same time and you don’t need to change your center of gravity.” In other words, as long as you maintain your balance and stay close to the barre to grab onto and avoid falling, these classes can be a safe bet.

PILATES Similar to yoga, Pilates elongates your muscles while you coordinate your breathing to your body’s movements. “Pilates is safe given that that you don’t overstretch or, if you’re using a reformer [specialized Pilates equipment], that you don’t increase the level of resistance beyond what you could comfortably do before you were pregnant,” Pinto says. Again, avoid lying on your back—you may need to ask your instructor for modifications.

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Hands-down, swimming wins the award for one of the safest exercises for pregnant women, experts say. “Swimming puts no pressure on your joints and ligaments, while the buoyancy of the water helps a pregnant woman not only exercise but also feel lighter while doing it,” Artal says. You can certainly get a great workout and torch tons of calories without any impact. That’s what makes this exercise one of the best bets for pregnant women. Also, look for classes in your area that combine, say, strength training and cardio in the water.

Running and walking in the water are great, too.

HEALTH & FITNESS

YOGA “The benefits of yoga are exceptional because it relaxes your mind and stretches your body,” Pinto says. It can be an excellent way for an expectant mom to clear her head and deal with any anxiety she might have about her pregnancy or getting ready for the new baby. However, it’s important to take some precautions. “Be mindful of the risk of overstretching in the second and third trimesters, when the hormone relaxin surges in your system to open your joints for childbirth, making strains more likely,” Pinto says. Of course, avoid inverted poses like headstands and also lying on your back, especially if doing so makes you dizzy. As your uterus grows, lying on your back can put extra pressure on the blood vessels that bring blood back to the heart, causing your blood pressure to drop, Artal explains.

Not Safe TRAMPOLINE “While the cardio exertion of a trampoline workout is safe, the risk of a fall or stumble that sends you flying is something to seriously consider,” Pinto says. “Weigh your desire to do this kind of workout against the risk of a fall when your equilibrium and center of gravity are off balance due to pregnancy, and you’ll probably decide it’s not worth it.” Artal adds: “Every single jump up and down can end up in a fall and result in an injury. It’s such an unnecessary risk.”

HOT YOGA While yoga can be an excellent option for pregnant women, hot yoga or Bikrham yoga is a definite no-no for now. Such yoga classes involve doing poses in a room heated to 100 degrees or higher. “Any activity that leads to overheating is not good during pregnancy,” Artal explains. “Exposing a fetus to high temperatures can cause a condition called hyperthermia which, in turn, can lead to birth defects and premature labor. Dehydration can also lead to premature labor.”

CONTACT SPORTS

SPINNING “A spin class is a great option for a no-impact workout in a climatecontrolled space that you can do at various levels of intensity, depending on how your body is responding,” Pinto says. “You can engage in a high level of effort as long as you don’t experience any warning signs such as dizziness, a racing heart rate, or blurred vision.” However, you have to take several things into account, Artal says. For instance, make sure you don’t become overheated. “When your core temperature exceeds 102 or 103 degrees, that can lead to birth defects during the first eight to ten weeks and can also lead to premature labor throughout pregnancy,” he says. “Dehydration can also lead to premature labor.” The key is to stay hydrated, avoid overheating, and use a lot of common sense.

“Contact sports carry a risk for injury not only to the mother but also to the fetus such as a premature separation of the placenta and other complications,” Artal says. “For instance, any boxing classes that involve actual contact with another person come with an unwarranted risk.” Same goes for other contact sports, such as basketball, soccer, and hockey. Skip them for now.

HEAVY-LIFTING CLASSES Some classes focus on heavy lifting at a very fast pace and experts are very wary of such workouts. “During pregnancy, a woman’s joints and ligaments can relax considerably, and lifting very heavy weights can cause permanent damage to such joints and ligaments,” Artal says. There’s also higher odds of various risks to both you and your baby. If you still want to engage in such workouts, first run it by your doctor to see what she says. Then, work with the fitness instructor to tailor your workout based on your particular pregnancy (including how far along you are). Better yet, Pinto says, focus on weight training that uses your own body weight for resistance, not added weight.

HIGH-INTENSITY TRAINING Some classes focus on keeping your heart rate elevated for as long as possible, which is definitely not safe during pregnancy. “Very high intensity workouts divert the blood flow from the internal organs, such as the uterus to the working muscles,” Artal says. “In effect, you are depriving your fetus of the proper exchange of oxygen and nutrients during these activities. Having your heart rate elevated for a few minutes at a time might be fine, but it’s certainly not okay for a full hour.”

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REAL LIFE

5

REASONS YOU NEED A WILL If you have kids, you need a will.

You may have heard that it is especially important to write a will if you have children. Here’s why: If you die without a will, a court will use state law to make many or most decisions about what happens to your property and about who will take care of your kids. Making a will is your opportunity to make a plan that protects your children and the property that you leave to them.

A WILL GIVES YOU A SAY ABOUT WHO WILL CARE FOR YOUR CHILDREN. If you die and your children do not have another capable parent to take care of them, a court will appoint a personal guardian to raise them.

In figuring out who to name for this job, the court will focus on the best interests of the children, and it will usually ask for opinions of people who know the kids. Because you’re dead in this scenario, you

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won’t be able to weigh in, but you can use your will to be clear who you think should be named—and you can even provide your reasoning.

Your opinion will be especially important if there are differing opinions within your family about who your kids’ guardians should be. Times will be difficult enough with you gone; a family feud would only make things worse for your kids. Your documented preference will make it easier for the court to make a decision and for your family to accept it.

A WILL ALLOWS YOU TO NAME A GUARDIAN FOR YOUR CHILDREN’S FINANCES. If you die, you will also need someone to look after your children’s finances. You can name the same person that you named to be the children’s personal guardian, or you can choose someone different.

However, unlike your choice for personal guardian, the court will usually just accept your choice for property guardian unless the person you name is unavailable or obviously incompetent. Your children’s property guardian will look after any of their property that isn’t already managed in another way. In other words, the property guardian won’t manage property that was left to your children in a trust or custodianship.

REAL LIFE

YOU CAN USE YOUR WILL TO SET UP LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT FOR YOUR CHILDREN’S PROPERTY. Separate from naming someone to take care of any unmanaged property, you can also use your will to set up property management for the property you leave to your children. You can use your will to name a trusted adult to manage the property until the children reach a certain age. If you don’t set up property management that lasts into their young adulthood, your children will receive their inheritance from you when they legally become adults – age 18 in most states.

YOU CAN USE YOUR WILL TO DECIDE WHO WILL WRAP UP YOUR ESTATE. The person who serves as executor will have a big job after you die. He or she will manage the court process for wrapping up your estate and will have to make many decisions - big and small—affecting your children’s inheritance. If you have an opinion about who would be best for this job, then you should name that person in your will. If you don’t, the court will appoint someone and it will have to make an educated guess about who is the best choice. Even if you aren’t worried that the court would make a bad choice, using your will to state your preferences will minimise family conflict over this issue, allowing the focus to remain on taking care of your kids.

another, you must make a will to make your plan known—otherwise your executor will be obligated to make an even split as judiciously as possible. Also, if you want to leave any of your children nothing, you must make that clear in your will, otherwise that child may be able to claim a portion of your estate.

Keep in mind that a will alone may not provide enough planning to cover your needs and the needs of your family. For example, if you have a substantial estate, you may want to save your family time and money by avoiding probate. Or, if you have a child with special needs, you may want to set up a special needs trust. You might also consider buying life insurance to cover any big ticket expenses. And most people should make health care directives and powers of attorney—these will allow your loved ones to make informed decisions about your health care or finances if you cannot make those decisions yourself.

A WILL LETS YOU DECIDE WHO SHOULD GET WHAT - AND WHO SHOULD GET NOTHING. If you want your children to split your property evenly, then you may not be too concerned about using a will to decide who gets what. But your state’s one-size-fits all approach to divvying up property to family members may not be what you want, and many small choices will be left to your executor. It is almost always better to use a will to make your wishes clear.

Here are some things to keep in mind: If you’re married, your spouse and your children will split your property using a state-specific formula.

The children will split the children’s portion evenly. Your executor will have to make judgment calls about how to divide property that can’t actually be divided (cars, animals, furniture), including decisions about which items should be sold. So if you have any items that you want to leave to specific children, or if you want one child to get more than

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LIFESTYLE

Best Breast pumps for 2022

Just keep milking it

TENSCARE NOURI-DUO The dual-pump allows you to express milk from both breasts simultaneously whilst the soft massage cushions gently stimulate milk flow. Twelve suction levels ensure comfortable and quick pumping for a faster and more enjoyable expression. The integrated LCD screen clearly displays suction level, working mode and battery level.

Nouri Duo has a built-in rechargeable battery and integrated adjustable lights, allowing you to pump in complete comfort day or night. £129.00 www.tenscare.co.uk

FRAUPOW Discreet and simple to use, Fraupow is engineered with busy mums in mind - and, as the world slowly seems to be returning, some of us are due to get a lot busier. So, whether you’re back at the office, working from home, or taking care of a row between two toddlers - Fraupow keeps pumping while you live your life. www.fraupow.com

MEDELA SWING MAXI The new Swing Maxi™ is a compact and easy to use double electric breast pump with improved mobility to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. Swing MaxiTM has nine pre-programmed settings that you can choose and control with the help of four easy-to-use buttons. Built with fewer parts, Swing MaxiTM double electric breast pump makes assembly and cleaning a child’s play. www.mamasandpapas.com

PIPPETA Being small and lightweight this pump can be worn inside your nursing bra, with no tubes or wires - it’s truly hands ree! With a soft silicone cup that fits snug around your breast, a massage setting and 5 pumping levels, the Pippeta pump makes the journey of breastfeeding much easier. Simply remove the cup from the pump and empty into your baby bottles or freezing bags. Quiet, comfortable, easy to clean and easy to assemble.

Pippeta pump takes away the fuss! www.pippeta.com

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PREGNANCY

Buying for Baby PROJECT BABY'S ESSENTIAL CHECKLIST If you're expecting your first baby, you're probably feeling overwhelmed by all the amazing products you can buy.

We've put together a list of all the things we think you'll need for when baby arrives. The Baby Show is the ideal one-stop-shop to get those much needed items ticked off your list!

MUST HAVES Cot/moses baskets Pushchair, buggy, stroller, or travel system Car seat Baby monitor Nappies 6 sleep suits 6 body suits/vests 2 cardigans Pram suit Hat & mittens Bottles Breast pump Steriliser Nursing bra and breast pads Towels Muslin squares Cotton wool Blankets

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NICE-TO-HAVE ITEMS Baby bath Sling Rocker/bouncy chair Changing bag Bath thermometer Nappy bin

POSTNATAL

4th Trimester Your body has spent months nurturing and growing your baby. All the changes that helped to bring your baby into the world are now abruptly reversed.

Written by Dr Goldstein, Therapist and lecturer in psychology.

#4thtrimester #postpartum #takingbackpostpartum All of these hashtags - when searched on Instagram or Twitter - have a couple of things in common. You’ll find pictures and posts about losing weight, cute babies, and even some breastfeeding posts. While none of these were surprising, in the newborn fog that followed the amazing moment of my becoming a mum, I realised this: there is so much more in the “4th trimester” that never gets talked about.

I

did some research (asking friends and a Facebook poll totally qualifies as official research, right?) and discovered there are a lot of things that new moms don’t know about going into it. So, without further ado, here are a few things that I’ve found took many mamas by surprise:

BABY BRAIN TURNS INTO MUMMY BRAIN You will leave your keys in your ignition (which, incidentally, means your car doesn’t get locked either) and walk around Costco for an hour or two. Then, in the middle of picking out a coffee maker, you’ll suddenly remember this small fact and panic. Luckily, my car was still where I left it and completely intact.

YOU MAY NOT WANT TO SEE PEOPLE nIt’s okay!! Having a baby is a huge deal, and while some people may want all kinds of people to visit and shower them with food and love, you shouldn’t feel badly if you don’t want people around. You only get this time with your baby once. If you don’t want to remember it having a revolving door of people coming and going, that’s completely fine.

Anyone who has been there will understand, and the few weeks will go by so quickly, you’ll be back to your (sort-of) regular social life soon enough. Don’t feel guilty for saying no.

SOMETIMES EVEN THE BEST INTENTIONS DON’T GO AS PLANNED I intended to breastfeed my baby, but then he was born 3 weeks early and couldn’t latch.

Instead of the beautiful nursing moments I had pictured in my head, I remember crying and bleeding while being milked like a cow by a crude lactation consultant who kept calling my baby a “lazy white boy.” I ended up leaving the hospital with a pump and spending the first three months exclusively pumping. However…

FORMULA ISN’T A SIGN OF FAILURE While I’ve been able to provide my baby with 100% breastmilk like I wanted, many moms can’t—or make the choice to use formula for all kinds of different reasons. Formula is okay!Some moms have no desire to nurse, their milk doesn’t come in, baby doesn’t latch… There are tons of reasons to not breastfeed, and thankfully science gives us a good alternative. As long as you’re feeding your baby, no mummy-judgement should be happening. . project-baby.co.uk

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POSTNATAL

MUMMY-JUDGEMENT IS A THING. You can be doing everything “right,” but there’s still going to be some random lady in the grocery store that has a problem with something you’re doing, and she’ll be sure to tell you so. Nurse in public? Someone has a problem with it. Give your baby a bottle?

Someone has a problem. The mommy shaming is ridiculous, and it really surprised me how much people think it’s okay to tell you what they think you’re doing wrong with your baby.

You still have to drink water.

SO. MUCH. WATER. This is so important - especially if you’re nursing! I’ve found I really need to drink even more than I did when I was pregnant, and that’s a lot. If you don’t, you’ll feel so tired, worn down, and groggy - and it’ll hurt your milk supply. Always keep some water with you; if you have it close by, you’re more likely to drink it.

What is the fourth trimester?

A baby’s fourth trimester starts from the moment they’re born and lasts until they’re three months old.

The term is used to describe a period of great change and development in a newborn, as they adjust to their new world outside the womb.

Last, but most importantly…

YOU’RE A GOOD MUM Mums that worry about being good mums are already good mums. Your mummy instincts will make sure you’re doing everything right. For anything you’re not sure about? There’s a whole world of people to help you. It takes a village, so use that village. Post your questions on Facebook; I promise one of your mom friends wondered the same thing at one time. Call your GP 5 times in 3 days if you need to. Your baby relies on you completely, so do what’s best for your baby.

Surround yourself with supportive people that will remind you that you are a good mom and that you’re doing a great job. And remember to take care of you. Happy mum = happy baby!

YOU WILL BE EXHAUSTED.

Newborns sleep 80% of the day away, and yet they still manage to completely wear you out! You might think you don’t need to sleep.

You have energy! Trust me (and some other mamas who learned this the hard way), you need to sleep! You will feel like a zombie for a few weeks; but for most of us, it was over before long. Then you can, once again, become an (almost) fully functioning adult again.

THE CRAVINGS DON’T STOP.

For me, they’ve actually gotten worse.

Apparently, breastfeeding cravings are a thing. Everyone talks about pregnancy cravings. They don’t tell you about scarfing down chocolate donuts at 2 a.m. by the light of the fridge after a nursing session or that you’ll cry when you run out. Thank goodness Kroger is open 24 hours.

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In the fourth trimester, babies need 14 to 17 hours of sleep each day, even though their sleep schedule won’t be predictable. After the fourth trimester, your baby may start to sleep through the night. They will also need to be fed every 2 to 3 hours because their little body is growing so quickly.

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AWARDS

WE’RE BACK

Awards We were thrilled to see so many amazing brands enter the awards last year so this year will be even bigger. We are inviting 300 “real” Mums and Dads to our open review days to put your entries through their paces.

Read more about all our entries on our website.

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LIFESTYLE

BEST double pramS

We Love ICKLE BUBBA VENUS The Ickle Bubba Venus Prime Double Stroller is perfect for everyday adventures with two little ones. Each seat is suitable from birth up to 15kg (approx. 3 years old) and can each be adjusted independently.

BUGABOO DONKEY 5

PEACH ALL-TERRAIN Taking multi-functionality to an unsurpassable level, the iCandy Peach All-Terrain can upgrade into a double pushchair without compromise, so even the narrowest of coastal paths can still be navigated with ease and stability.

Let your children discover life together with the new and improved side by side double pushchair . Convert the pushchair from single to double in just three clicks and keep your little co-pilots side by side from birth to toddler.

CYBEX GAZELLE S The Cybex Gazelle S Double Pushchair in Deep Black on Black chassis features a detachable shopping basket as-well as a huge stroller basket under the seat.

This is the ideal companion whether you’re visiting the weekly market or browsing stores in the city centre. The stroller also grows with your family, supporting over 20 configurations of seat units, cots or any CYBEX infant car seats.

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STYLE

Summer Edit Keeping Cool this Summer

RED MIDI WRAP MATERNITY DRESS Price: £69.00 www.seraphine.com

Perfect for Nursing LUCY MAXI DRESS WILDFLOWER GARDEN Price: £199.00 www.tiffanyrose.com

SLIP DRESS Price: £59.00 www.lilyandribbon.com

RED FRONT TIE MATERNITY DRESS Price: £55.00 www.seraphine.com

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SANDWATER SANDLES Price: £59.00 www.salt-watersandals.com

MATERNITY TANKINI & SWIM SKIRT SET RASPBERRY Price: £55.00 www.seraphine.com

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MARGOT NAVY DUNGAREE Price: £65.00 www.tilbea.com

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STYLE

ASOS BANDIA MATERNITY

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Price: £42.00 www.asos.com

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BLOOMING LOVELY JEWELLERY www.blooming-lovely-jewellery.co.uk

TIFFANY & CO DIAMOND POINT Price: £330.00 www.sunglasshut.com

ASDA NURSING BRA Price: £8.00 www.asda.co.uk

MID WASH SHORT MATERNITY DUNGAREES Price: £39.00 www.jojomamanbebe.com

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SPOTLIGHT BRAND

Spotlight Brand We hope you love our collection as much as we do. All of our dresses are created with you in mind.

We have you covered whatever the occasion; wardrobe staples like vests & T’s, cosy jumpers, everyday dresses, tops for day, tops for night, and to top it all off we threw in a little bit of sparkle for Christmas. Maternity and nursing dresses with an edge, we are all about embracing print and colour to ensure that you don’t loose your fashion identity in your new role as MUM!

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LIFESTYLE

Why we love Choline AND YOU SHOULD TOO!!

Co written by founders: • Katina Thomas – Senior Cognitive behavioural psychotherapist /Psychologist – Purervita • Dr Karen Joash – Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, MSc BSc MBBS MRCOG • Dr Unice Nartey – Consultant Paediatrician BSc MBchB MRPCH

You’re probably thinking, what is Choline? You would be joining many others, as it’s a relatively new supplement but a crucial one.

Choline was discovered in 1862; it took another 136 years to understand its unique properties. It was recognised as an essential nutrient in 1998, meaning you have to take it in your diet as your body can’t make it. It is also known as a ‘brain building’ nutrient. Just as we eventually realised that many of us are deficient in vitamin D, science has shown the same for choline. In fact, between 50-75% of the population are deficient in this critical nutrient!!!

WHY IS CHOLINE DEFICIENCY SO BAD? Choline has essential functions at different stages of life such as pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is also important in the formation of a healthy placenta.

The placenta absorbs choline as a vital building block and transfers it to the rapidly growing baby. It is important during development in the womb as it is an essential part of the brain and spinal cord structure. It is associated with higher scores in memory function, brain processing speeds and lowers the risk of spinal cord defects.

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Several decades of research have shown that adding extra choline to the maternal diet produces long-term cognitive benefits for the baby.

The American Medical Association published new advice to pregnant mothers to take extra choline supplementation and this was agreed by The European Food Safety Authority who established recommended values. They recognised more needs to be done to educate women and also health care processionals about the importance of a choline rich diet and supplementation.

In addition to improving your offspring's attention and memory throughout life, maternal choline supplementation has proven to be protect the brain of babies in the womb from prenatal stress, infections, prematurity and fetal alcohol exposure. It also improves brain processing speeds and function in conditions such as autism, epilepsy, Down’s syndrome, and Alzheimer’s disease; The list goes on!!!

RESEARCH IS STILL SHOWING JUST HOW EFFECTIVE IT IS. Choline is active in the kidneys, brain, placenta, breast tissues, and liver to keep us healthy.

Choline makes the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which allows brain cells to develop normally, controls muscles, and protects us against age-related memory loss.

• Allows cells to send chemical messages to each other

That’s why we formulated a PurerMama pregnancy supplement - the only one on the UK market to contain the recommended amount of choline - the essence capsule! We also created the choline capsule to ensure all women have access to the right supplements for healthy brain formation for their baby.

It’s vital that women understand all supplements are not the same and they may be missing out on a critical nutrient needed by their baby.

You can purchase these online at www.purermama.co.uk or via our Instagram store @purermama which has essential tips.

You can also join our free quarterly Purermama pregnancy nutrition class by registering on our website to understand about other vital nutrients in pregnancy, breastfeeding and stages of life.

• It helps kidney cells remove waste products from our blood • Keeps cell membranes working efficiently • Vital in DNA repair and gene expression We know it’s also effective for mum’s memory too. It is a fact that choline requirements increase in early life and it is secreted in breastmilk and passed to the baby. It is recommended to be taken whilst breastfeeding.

CHOLINE - SUMMARY TABLE Produces long term cognitive benefits for the offspring.

Protect against chronic disease.

It helps your baby's brain and spinal cord develop properly and may protect your baby against neural tube defects.

A study in Canada showed only 10% of breastfeeding mothers and 23% of pregnant mothers met the recommended dietary intake of choline. This may be because choline is found in animal protein, eggs, whole milk all of which are consumed less as many people move towards plant based diets.

Critical in fetal brain development.

Most people are deficient 55-75% Choline is required to help the baby to respond to stress including infection.

It also enhances brain processing speed.

It is important in placental growth and function.

Sources of Dietary Choline - Could we be overlooking a potential choline crisis in the United Kingdom? Nutritional Insight 2019, Emma Derbyshire The evidence speaks for itself. Choline is a vital supplement that can help optimise the health of the unborn child with proven effects throughout life. We shouldn’t be without it!!!

Recommended by the US Institute of medicine and European Food Safety Authority. Women should take 550mg per day for breastfeeding and pregnancy CHOLINE IS A MUST IN PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING

Recommended AI values of Choline for different stages of life Breastfeeding women: 550 mg per day Pregnant women: 930 mg per day

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*European Food Safety Authority. Dietary reference values for choline. EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) EFSA Journal 2016;14. project-baby.co.uk

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HEALTH

Does your baby have

Colic What is colic?

Colic is a common and frustrating condition where babies have periods of frequent, inconsolable crying. As many as one quarter of all babies are diagnosed with colic in their first weeks of life. The constant fussing and crying can leave parents feeling exhausted and helpless. But parents should be reassured that there is nothing wrong with their baby and that colic does eventually end.

WHAT CAUSES COLIC The reasons for infantile colic are multifactorial and not yet fully understood. Some scientists think that the condition is related to problems with gut motility and an imbalance in the microbiota of the baby’s immature gastrointestinal tract. Others think that hypersensitivity to the new sights and sounds that an infant experiences may also be a factor.

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GUT MOTILITY = A GOOD GUT FEELING Gut motility is a term that describes the contractions of the muscles that are responsible for breaking down and moving food from the stomach, through the intestines, to the bowels. In other words how a child’s digestive system works. If the child’s gut motility is not fully developed or disrupted for some reason, this may cause pain and excessive gas and lead to unfortunate and frustrating results like colic, constipation or regurgitation.

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THE ROLE OF GUT BACTERIA IN COLIC Growing evidence links colic to infants’ gut bacteria. Clinical studies have shown that babies with colic have lower counts of good bacteria as well as increased number of harmful bacteria in their digestive tracts and greater levels of inflammation. This can cause all sorts of digestive problems, including colic. According to multiple studies, a certain strain of probiotics can help reduce crying time, especially in breastfed babies.

DOES MY BABY HAVE COLIC

A baby likely has colic if the child is under the age of five months and has frequent and prolonged periods of crying, fussing, or irritability that appear to have no cause and cannot be prevented or soothed by caregivers. The crying usually occurs around the same time each day and often starts in the afternoon or evening. Colic typically peaks at approximately six weeks of age and resolves by four months.

BE SURE TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, AS WELL AS YOUR BABY Caring for a colicky child can be incredibly upsetting and exhausting, especially for first-time parents. But it’s important for parents to remember that they didn’t do anything wrong to cause the colic, and that the condition will resolve eventually.

Parents dealing with colicky babies are more likely to develop anxiety and postnatal depression, and to shake or harm the baby.

Parents should not hesitate to reach out to friends, family, and neighbours if they need to take a break, and should seek support and advice from healthcare professionals.

WAYS TO SOOTH COLICKY BABIES • Some colicky babies just can’t be soothed, but there are several interventions that parents can try out.

• Cuddle, rock, or gently bounce the baby • Massage the belly with gentle, clockwise strokes to release gas • Take the baby out for a ride in a stroller or car • Use a white noise machine • Use angled baby bottles to reduce air swallowing and gas • If breastfeeding, remove dairy, soy and other allergens from the mother’s diet • Prevent any exposure to tobacco

KEY FACTS ABOUT COLIC Additional symptoms that occur during crying periods include: Excessive gas A red face Bunched up fists Legs pulled up to the chest Cries that sound more angry or painful than normal

WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR Babies with colic are healthy and do not necessarily need to see a doctor. There are some conditions, however, that cause symptoms that look like colic, including acid reflux, allergies to milk or other proteins, or a more serious illness or injury.

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One in four babies are diagnosed with colic Colic usually ends around the fourth month A colicky baby is not an unhealthy baby The crying is often worse in the evening hours, but can be present at other times as well • The cause of colic is multifactorial and not fully understood • Colicky infants have been seen to have a lower number of certain type of healthy gut bacteria Colic usually reaches it peak at the age of six to eight weeks www.biogaia.com

Be sure to consult a paediatrician if:

Your child has a fever Your child is vomiting frequently Your child seems lethargic and does not want to eat Your child does not gain weight properly The problems continue past four months of age

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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ADVERTORIAL

Q Getting to know Valentina and how to make the most of your newborn photography session.

HOW DID YOU GET INTO PHOTOGRAPHY AND WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO BECOME A PHOTOGRAPHER? Growing up I always had a passion for photography. My dad enjoyed it too and we always had lots of printed photos around the house. In my early 20s I did 2 major trips that pulled me closer to photography. The first one was in Malawi, Africa. I have so many photos of children, expecting mums, mums carrying babies on the back. I wrote a blog post about that too because something clicked back then and I took more photos of these subjects than landscapes.

My interest in motherhood started there already. The second trip was Australia. I was documenting everything from nature to people and I got my first “decent” camera.

When I came to London, because of this passion, I got a job in a wedding photography company as album designer. This of course got me right into the industry and I loved it. I’ve seen lots of work from different photographers and finally decided that I could it myself. I wasn’t interested in weddings, I find it very stressful and not for me. But I started to photograph people and children. And with children is where my heart was beating more.

WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO SPECIALISE IN BABIES AND CHILDREN? I always liked children, their spontaneous and innocent side. When I decided to leave my job in a wedding photography company I was living in front of a nursery and I was seeing these toddlers every day

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and wanting to photograph them. I was drawn to the eyes, the facial expression… then I got pregnant and seeing how quickly my daughter was growing made me want to capture every moment. So I started to focus on maternity and newborn photography.

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THERE ARE NO 2 BABIES ALIKE, BUT HOW LONG CAN SUCH A SESSION LAST? Newborn session can last up to 3 hours. I’m a baby led photographer and everything works around baby’s needs and schedule. Usually, during a newborn session babies tend to eat more - they are in a new environment, they need more comfort and because the temperature of the studio is quite high they need to stay hydrated. I ask mums to fully feed the baby in the studio so once they are milk drunk it’s easier to guide them into simple poses.

If a baby falls fast asleep after the feed I can be done in 1 hour and a half or less. I have my ideal flow with baby on the beanbag, of course it depends if baby is comfortable with what I do, if not I always adjust my flow. After that I do photos with parents and it’s done.

Sometimes, however, I have babies that prefer staying awake for a while and that’s absolutely fine for me too. It’s an occasion to capture the baby with open eyes too. I used to spend a lot of time trying to get them asleep but now as baby led photographer I just capture every moment. Babies eventually will fall asleep and I will get those sleepy images too. In this case the session could be longer. Or if there is a sibling, toddler especially, the session could be a little longer too. But in general never more than 3 hours.

IS THERE AN OPTIMAL AGE FOR THIS TYPE OF SESSIONS?

for a couple of hours they don’t have to worry about anything but enjoying a new experience. When I started over 10 years ago I used to go to clients’ houses and had to find the right place with the better light, that sometimes is not the room you think, so we had to tidy up quickly and it was always a bit stressful. Every person who came to my studio said it was an incredible experience and loved my calming space.

DO YOU HAVE ANY TOP TIPS FOR ATTENDING A NEWBORN SESSION? Once you book a session with me you will receive PDF guides with everything you need to know from the food best to avoid if you are breastfeeding to clothing advice and what to bring along. The biggest tip would be to book your newborn session while you are still pregnant. The second one is simply to relax and enjoy the session - I know a newborn session can be emotional, I’ve seen tears of joy and love and it’s the best feeling ever. Your baby won’t be this small for long so be in that moment.

TO FINISH THIS INTERVIEW, HAVE YOU GOT ANY FUNNY STORY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE? I always have lots of fun in my work. I love meeting new families, knowing them. I have lots of fun when there are siblings involved, as the session is more dynamic and the things they say always crack me up. With newborns, I have lots of poo stories :) From small ones to explosive ones!

Newborns are best photographed within the first 2 weeks of life. They are still very sleepy and used to the womb position so they are super flexible and will get easy in those curly positions that parents love (like they were in the womb).

With a simple photography style like mine, however, I can photograph babies up to 4-6 weeks. As a mum, I can’t say no to another mum who wants photos of her baby just because the baby is a little bit older that the suggested time. I simply explain that the photos might be different but they will as precious. But I had babies at 4-5 weeks sleeping better than younger babies.

ARE ALL YOUR NEWBORN PHOTOSHOOTS DONE IN YOUR STUDIO, OR DO YOU ALSO SHOOT ON LOCATION? I only do studio sessions as I feel I can better serve my clients that way. I can welcome them with tea, coffee and croissants in a warm and clean environment. They can sit and relax while I take care of their baby so project-baby.co.uk

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MAYA MINI 3 PIECE ROOM SET The Maya range from Obaby is inspired by Scandinavian design, featuring a clean-cut finish and two-tone colourway, making it the perfect addition for families looking to create a modern and stylish nursery. The Maya Mini 3 piece room set consists of the Maya Mini cot bed, changing unit and double wardrobe.

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A gorgeous hand drawn baby bear kit for little feet, a great idea for parents!Record your little one’s tiny feet with this personalised footprint kit!

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OLLI ELLA MUSHROOM BASKET This striking hand crafted lamp has a beautiful bold design which will add colourful character to a child’s bedroom or play room.

Price: £55.00 www.babipur.co.uk

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BABYBJÖRN BOUNCER BLISS The new BabyBjorn Bouncer Bliss is unique because baby’s own movements rock the bouncer! There are no batteries required! It is great for travel as it is easy to fold up and take with you. Further, it is suitable for children aged 0-2 years old!

KID CONCEPT This charming tent is perfect for creating a cosy hideaway in your child’s bedroom. It can be configured in multiple different ways and gives your child the opportunity to let their imagination run free. It guarantees hours of makebelieve fun and games for your children and their friends. The ultimate kids-only zone!

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HILSTON ROCKING CHAIR Cosy and comfortable, Hilston nursing chairs offer optimum support as you feed your little darling. Elegantly designed in a range of colours like teal and duck egg, their nursery rocking chairs are as stylish as they are supportive. Sit back and relax in style while the rocking motion sends your baby off to sleep.

With the ability to upgrade the look of any nursery while offering premium comfort, rocking chairs provide you with a spot to relax and enjoy a cuddle.

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An adorable bear from the classic read-aloud book that little adventure hunters will love!

The Giraffe Basket is handwoven in seagrass, so each basket varies slightly in shape, meaning it’s totally unique, and the handembroidered face of each animal really does have its own character.

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Editor's Pick TRIPP TRAPP CHAIR SUNFLOWER YELLOW Let the sunshine in with the Tripp Trapp chair in new Sunflower Yellow! Known for being “happy” flowers, sunflowers symbolize longevity, which is especially relevant for our iconic chair. Because Tripp Trapp® grows with your child, you can use it into adulthood and enjoy it for generations.

Price: £209.00 www.bellababy.co.uk

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RATTAN ELEPHANT BOOKSHELF LAMPS DISTRESSED WHITE RABBIT LAMP Lightweight, the rattan basket hangs delicately.

Perfect for children’s nurseries

One of a kind, our iconic Kimbo elephant is beautifully woven from white-washed rattan into a generously sized bookshelf. Great for animal-themed rooms, this floor-standing design is the ideal height for little ones to pick out their favourite books and cuddly toys, once fixed to the wall.

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TREEHOUSE KIDS BUNKBED A fabulously fun Treehouse that you can sleep in! Give your child the ultimate unique children’s bunk bed.

Just like something out of your child’s imagination, this incredible fairytale kingdom inspired kids bed is simply breath-taking! With a shelf against the back wall inside the tree house where your child can store their favourite toys and pictures, don’t be surprised when he or she is showered with sleepover requests!

Price: £2,795 www.cuckooland.com

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Seven Compact Holiday strollers

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LECLERC BABY Price: £399 Designed for style-conscious new parents (and little ones who are sure to follow suit!), the Influencer stroller from Leclerc Baby will quickly catch the eye of fellow mums and dads when it’s paraded around the park.

Coming complete with a sun canopy and rain cover for keeping them covered and comfortable no matter the weather, it can be used from six months, well into the toddler years.

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INGLESINA QUID 2 Price: £274 The Inglesina Quid 2 is a lightweight compact stroller. Set for holidays, Set for adventures. The Quid stroller will fit in the most compact of car boots and overhead storage lockers on planes. The Inglesina Quid Stroller measures just 46.5 x 58 x 17.5 cm Closed and weighs only 5.6kgs.

BABYZEN YOYO² 6+ Price: £429.00

DIDOFY ASTER 2

Offering ultimate comfort for your child

Price: £299 The Aster is the ultimate innovative compact fold pushchair. De­signed by parents for parents to provide a reliable, safe, and highly practical ultra-compact stroller to make life easier for parents-on-the-go.

and practicality for you, the YOYO² Stroller by BABYZEN folds and unfolds with one hand, can be carried over the shoulder, slips in anywhere, stores easily and travels as carry-on-baggage*. Designed with unparalleled flexibility and cushioning, thanks to the new, individual suspensions on all 4 wheels, this stroller perfectly navigates all types of surface so that you can get out and about and explore with your little one.

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JOOLZ AER Price: £419.00

Price: £399.00

Taking a walk, popping out for an ice cream, or just enjoying some fresh air, the Joolz Aer is your best buddy! It’s a compact, lightweight and collapsible buggy. It’s the ergonomic thinking that makes the Joolz Aer so unique, with its super comfortable seat that keeps your child happy when you’re out and about. When you need it, your folding buggy flips open in a second.

It weighs just 6kg, and once we can travel again, rest assured it will fit neatly into an airplane’s overhead compartment.

The super-slim Airo will have you gliding through city streets and tight spaces, then folding it up quickly using just one hand when it’s time to travel or store it away at home. It’s so compact that it’ll tuck neatly into car boots and footwells, luggage racks and overhead compartments and can even be worn as a backpack when baby wants a toddle in the park.

MAXI COSI JAYA2 Price: £229

The Maxi-Cosi Jaya2 stroller has everything you need for a comfortable ride! It is compact and lightweight at the same time, and you can fold your stroller with just one hand thanks to the automatic fold feature. The perfect stroller for urban parentsl!

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DEVELOPMENT

Making Weaning THAT LITTLE LESS DAUNTING Feeding a growing and increasingly hungry baby can be one of the biggest challenges parents face every day, especially when trying to provide healthy meals quickly. To help make weaning that little less daunting we spoke to Nichola Ludlam-Raine, Registered Dietitian and Mummy Blogger at Mummy Nutrition.co (@mummynutrition on Instagram) and here is what she had to say

WHAT IS WEANING? Weaning is the gradual introduction of foods to a breast milk or infant formula fed baby and involves exposing them to a variety of different tastes and textures.

During the initial stages of weaning, the focus shouldn’t be on how much your baby is eating, but rather getting them used to food and the idea of eating, as they will still be getting most of their nutrients from milk. As your baby eats more though, the proportion of energy from food will become more than that from milk.

WHEN SHOULD YOU START WEANING? Weaning should start when your baby is around six months old, provided they can hold themselves steady in a high-chair (or for a few seconds when sat on the floor), are able to bring objects to their mouth, and have lost their tongue-thrust reflex. This can be tested by placing a clean finger or baby spoon onto their lower lip; if they reactively stick their tongue out, then they are not yet ready to be weaned.

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HOW DO YOU TO START WEANING? From around six months of age your baby can be offered foods of a pureed or mashed consistency, progressing to foods with some lumps at around 7 months, as well as soft finger foods; for example cooked pieces of broccoli, parsnips, peppers, courgette and avocado, as well as banana, kiwi and pineapple.

Starting with green vegetables such as broccoli, kale and spinach can be helpful in order to encourage your baby’s bitter and sour taste buds to develop.

Their sweet taste buds are already mature, meaning they will naturally accept sweeter foods such as fruit more readily.

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To make things easier (and save on washing up!) you could use a product like the Beaba Babycook NEO, which is a 4-in-1 baby food maker that will steam cook, blend, defrost and reheat. It’s ideal for steaming and pureeing foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans, meat and fish, all whilst retaining valuable vitamins and minerals that can be lost during the cooking process. It’s really easy to use, plus you can set it to four different constancies depending on where you are in your weaning journey, from super-smooth, lightly mixed, small lumps or big chunks!

Following vegetables and fruit, you should offer your baby foods such as porridge as well as mashed potato and soft bread sticks, in addition to soft pieces of foods rich in iron and protein, for example; slow cooked beef, dark chicken, turkey, fish (with no bones), eggs and lentils. Full fat, unsweetened and pasteurised yoghurts may also be offered however full fat cow’s milk shouldn’t be offered as a drink until your baby is 12 months old; it can however be used in cooking, on cereal or to mash up food.

Baby rice can be useful to thicken purees if they come out too runny.

& Peach Weaning Recipe Green Beans

This recipe from Beaba’s Your Baby’s First Food cook book is ideal for babies aged from 6-months; after you’ve tried them with green beans and peaches on their own.

Initially babies need only to be offered food once a day, but you should build up to three times a day to mimic your own three meal a day meal pattern by 7 months of age. By the time babies are around 12 months old they should be eating at least three small portions of healthy family meals plus 3 small snacks in between. If foods are rejected, and the bitter vegetables will be, at least initially, keep offering the food as it may take several attempts for your baby to eat and enjoy it.

Ingredients: 1 handful of green beans & 1 peach

Regarding fluid, it’s good practice to offer a small amount (no more than 50ml at a time so the cup doesn’t become too heavy) of water with a meal from a free-flowing cup to teach your baby how to sip. If your baby is under 6 months old the water should be cool-boiled.

Breast-fed babies should continue to be offered regular breastfeeds but you may want to encourage a routine in order for weaning to progress. Formula fed babies should be offered around 500-600ml of infant formula across 3-4 feeds.

Method: Trim the green beans, wash them and drain. Peel the peach, remove the pit, and cut the flesh into small dice. Put the green beans and peach into the steamer basket, fill the reservoir to level 2, and cook for 10 minutes. When cooked, put the green beans and peach into the blender and blend to a smooth consistency.

Nichola Ludlam-Raine (née Whitehead) Specialist Registered Dietitian BSc (hons) PG Dip MSc RD www.nicsnutrition.com / @nicsnutrition www.mummynutrition.com / @mummynutrition

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e-Priam A Stroller so smart it has it’

State-of-the-art Innovation It’s the e-PRIAM stroller, upgraded: With its all-new and free-of-charge CYBEX App, you can activate the rocking function, control the level of support from the electric motors, and check your battery and firmware.

ROCKING MOTION, NOW HANDS-FREE. NAPTIME WAS NEVER THIS EASY e-PRIAM rocking function helps you calm your baby down to sleep anytime and anywhere. The e-stroller moves back and forth, recreating a gentle rocking motion.

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ROUGH TERRAIN, MADE SMOOTH. ADVENTURES WITHOUT BARRIERS Imagine the freedom to go off-road whenever you want. The e-PRIAM’s uneven surface support lets you power over rough ground and make it feel like smooth sailing.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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Suncare

Older babies and toddlers can enjoy some sunshine if they’re protected with a high-factor sunscreen. Choose one specifically formulated for babies and toddlers to avoid irritating their more sensitive skin.

NIVEA Especially formulated for children’s delicate skin, NIVEA Sun Kids Swim and Play Sun lotion has an optimised balance of UVA/UVB filters helps protect the health of their skin. Clinically proven for skin compatibility, the long lasting water resistant NIVEA Sun Kids Swim and Play lotion provides reliable and immediate Sun Protection for children’s sensitive skin for both face and body.

GARNIER AMBRE SOLAIRE KIDS Garnier Ambre Solaire Baby In The Shade SPF 50+ 50ml is an ultra-soft, very high protection cream, with no perfume or parabens. The ultra-gentle hypoallergenic formula is specially formulated for babies’ delicate skin.

TOP TIPS TO KEEP SAFE IN THE SUN. ORGANIC CHILDREN The scent free Green People Organic Children Sun Lotion SPF30 is soothing and non-greasy - ideal to take on holiday, to the beach or to the park!

Suitable for children with sensitive skin and contains 84% organic content.

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Babies up to 6 months ideally should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Their skin is much too delicate. Cover their arms and legs with clothing while out and about.

Use mesh screens on car windows.

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Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside.

It’s worth doing a patch test to check if your child is allergic to a particular cream.

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Re-apply every 2 hours, or after swimming etc.

CHILDS FARM Childs Farm 50+ spf sun spray for very high protection, is water resistant and protects young and sensitive skin from UVA and UVB rays, whilst keeping skin moisturised and hydrated. So you can relax while your children enjoy the sun safely. VEGAN friendly. project-baby.co.uk

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PLAY JANOD MY FIRST SKITTLES THE LITTLE GREEN SHEEP KIDS’ TEEPEE PLAY TENT A great hideaway and treasure stash, this Teepee Play Tent from The Little Green Sheep makes the perfect play den.

Made from high-quality canvas cotton, the 5-pole design of the Play Tent has extra stability, and lots of room for your little one to let their imagination run wild.

Price: £99.00 www.thelittlegreensheep.co.uk

Little ones will learn all about cause and effect with the My First Skittle set. Made from wood, they won’t fall down with a little gust of wind, making them ideal to play on the lawn or patio, or even pack them up for a playful picnic in the park.

Price £40.00 www.kidly.com

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ADVENTURE COURSE With the adventure course your children can stimulate their motor skills and develop their balance, coordination, sensory awakening. Price: £70.00 www.smoby.com

PLUM DISCOVERY WOODLAND TREEHOUSE A compact play centre that encourages sensory play. As the children climbe and slide they can also learn through messy play, planting and then watch as their very own plants grow. Children can climbe up the ramp to access the raised platform which also features a den area underneath! There is a 6ft slide for a fast descent, bamboo wind chimes, a working pail and rope pull, built in planter and an easy clean painting screen.

Price: £449.99 www.scandiborn.co.uk

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Make the classic strategy game jumbo with Giant 4 in a Row! This Giant 4 in a Row game brings coin-dropping fun to parties, playrooms and garden events.

Price: £99.99 www.smythstoys.com

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4.5ft Junior Jungle Trampoline & Enclosure with Sound Take your toddler to the tropical Jungle with the Plum 4.5 Junior Jungle Trampoline and enclosure with sound. Specifically designed for young children, the 4.5ft Trampoline is a safe and secure way for children to start their jumping journey.

Bouncing on the Jungle printed mat activates one of the four interactive sounds from a lions roar to an elephants trumpet.

Your little one will learn as they play, when they associate the sounds of the trampoline with the friendly jungle animal prints on the jumping mat and colourful printed safety pad.

Your child will feel safe with the lower height frame, allowing your young explorer to bounce with confidence and easily climb up and down the trampoline.

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Copernico

The only car seat you’ll need 360 DEGREES

Much like the rest of their product range, Inglesina has considered the whole family when designing the Copernico.

With a full 360 degree turning circle, you too can experience the effortlessness of the car seat, placing and removing your child with ease. In addition to this, the seat saves you from purchasing two - or even three - different car seats as your child grows, so Copernico is easy on your pockets too. This has the added bonus of reducing the amount of waste generated from raising a child, as outlived car seats often end up in landfill after just a few years of use. By designing one car seat to last 12 years, Inglesina are saving both your pockets and the environment!

New from premium Italian pram brand Inglesina is an innovative 360 car seat designed to keep your little one safe and comfortable throughout their childhood. From their very first days of life, all the way up to 12 years old, the Copernico car seat offers your baby ultimate security and support while you travel together.

MAXIMUM SAFETY Safety is of the highest priority with all of Inglesina’s products, right down to the smallest detail. Copernico is approved to the high European safety standards of R129/03, and its Side Protection System keeps your little one secure from both sides.

What’s more, it supports extended rearward facing up to 4 years old, which rigorous studies have proven to be the safest direction of travel. Once old enough, it’s easy to instantly transform the Copernico into a forward-facing car seat, ready to support them for the rest of their childhood.

ADAPTS AS THEY GROW Both safety and comfort are carefully considered from newborn to pre-teen, adapting as your baby grows and supporting them throughout their childhood. Copernico’s adjustable headrest has 7 different positions, plus 3 reclining sleep positions, to guarantee an easy, relaxed journey however much they grow.

Treat your little one to high quality, breathable fabrics, including a removable cosseting insert for easy transition from newborn to toddler and beyond.

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For over 60 years, Inglesina has been designing and manufacturing prams, car seats and accessories that care for the wellness of the entire family.

Having seen global success with their line of quality Italian products, the brand has brought their expertise to the UK. Following on from the launch of their award-winning Aptica XT and Electa travel systems, the Copernico is their latest innovation, designed in three stylish colours: Moon Grey, Stone Grey and Vulcan Black, and available in retailers across the nation.

REVIEWS

AIRO

Mamas and Papas lightest pushchair the perfect pram for families who travel, the super-slim Airo pushchair will have you gliding through city streets and tight spaces, then folding it up quickly using just one hand when it’s time to travel. This pushchair was so easy to use and really does what it says it does. You won’t be disappointed.

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Price: £349.00 www.mamasandpapas.com

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NANCY & FRANK

A Buggy Organiser with style, we absoloutely love this buggy orgainiser its got ample of space and pockets, it comes complete with a detachable, adjustable cross-body strap allowing you to wear your buggy organiser as a mini changing bag. Easy Big enough for a short day out.

Game changer: Tired of facing nappy changing nightmares, two like-minded dads set out to design an innovative product that would make nappy changing easier. So much fun and such a talking point with your mates down the pump.

Price: £40.00 www.dingledangle.com

Price from: £48.00 www.nancyandfrank.com

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