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Babies, Inspiration

5 Benefits of In Home Newborn Photography

You’ve carried your baby for 9 months and now they are here and suddenly you look down at this little squish and think to yourself – what the hell do I do now? Oh how the days are long, so so so long. I’ve been there, the monotony of everyday, the sleep deprivation that hits you like a ton of bricks. The intrusive thoughts, the anxiety, the thoughts of I can’t possibly do this. But you are doing it. And you’re doing incredible.  I know this time is overwhelming and exhausting, but I promise you, you’ll regret not getting images…

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Babies, For Mums

Midwifery & Lactation Sydney

Midwifery & Lactation Sydney was formed to support women during late pregnancy right through to care of their newborn and infant. From Breastfeeding to settling MLsydney wants to support women in their journey and lighten the load of what can be a challenging time. Samantha and Catherine, the two co-founders of Midwifery & Lactation Sydney are passionate about providing compassionate care for women, babies and families. They understand that pregnancy and the transition to motherhood can be an exciting yet vulnerable time filled with a range of emotions, and they want to make sure all women and families have access…

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Babies, For Mums

Looking after the nutritional needs of busy little toddlers on the go

Constantly on the go, toddlers are full of energy working out the world around them with a new frame of mind and heightened sense of independence. It’s no surprise, therefore, that busy little people need a balanced and a nutritionally dense diet of food and drink to fuel their growing bodies and service the energy they are burning. “Toddlerhood is a time of physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth, to support this they need balanced nutrition to assist their growing bodies and developing minds,” says Dr Scott Dunlop, Consultant General Pediatrician and Founder and Director of Sydney Paediatrics. Maintaining variety…

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Babies, Kids, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth, Toddlers

HIPPY Maroubra

Hippy runs and age 3 and 4 program that is all about parents!  It helps you to become your child’s first teacher by implementing teaching techniques developed by HIPPY Australia.  HIPPY is a FREE program delivered to you in the comfort of your own home.  Here is a bit more information about our program and the 2 age groups…… What HIPPY age 3 looks like? Fortnightly home visits to families by a Tutor/Mentor to deliver your HIPPY activity pack Play-based activities  3 activities per pack Activities include: Everywhere Learning Monthly HIPPY Gatherings  Seven FREE storybooks A box of resources: A…

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Babies, Events, For Mums

Sydney Baby Expo

One Fine Baby is Sydney’s most stylish FREE to attend baby expo. With over 100 boutique pregnancy, maternity, baby and toddler brands for you to try and buy from, expert advice and hands-on courses, beautiful facilities and plenty of entertainment for the little ones, One Fine Baby Fair has it all! SHOPPING Come for exclusive Fair-only deals on everything you need for bump, baby and beyond, including prams from Bugaboo, BABYZEN, UPPAbaby, and Redsbaby, furniture from Incy Interiors and more, feeding, clothing, photographers, nursery and so much more! Key brands: Bugaboo, BABYZEN, UPPAbaby, Redsbaby, Silver Cross, iCandy, Love To Dream,…

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Babies, For Mums, Parenting

Double trouble… to double delight

Moving house might be easier! Written by Kate Ledger, Author and mum to Rori and Scarlett Buckey, 9 Hindsight, as we all know, is a very exact science, as was the scan that would change our lives forever. “How do you feel about two heartbeats?”, the sonographer said as she looked at my husband and me. My husband looked at me with brief confusion and wondered if she meant our baby had two hearts. Of course I knew immediately it was TWINS! An incredibly amazing and complex roller-coaster ride had just begun. Raw emotion and panic set in. How on earth…

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Babies, For Mums, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

PREGNANCY, BABIES & CHILDREN’S EXPO

Dates: 5-6 February 2022 Location: ICC Sydney Event info: The Pregnancy Babies and Children’s Expo is Australia’s trusted early parenting event. With over 30 years of experience, it is a must for all new parents.  Showcasing big brands, best prices, special offers, and the latest innovations, all under one roof.  Enjoy free talks and classes from trusted experts, including antenatal education focusing on your pregnancy, labour and birth, car and home safety, preparing for breastfeeding, safe sleeping environments, and much more!  Discover all you need to know from bump, to birth and beyond at the Pregnancy, Babies and Children’s Expo….

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Babies

Babies are so amazing!

Babies have an amazing capacity to learn, but because parents  may not know what to look for, skills and capabilities may go  unnoticed. This article reveals just how incredible babies are  and offers parents a significant and remarkable opportunity to  enjoy the learning potential of their baby from birth.  One of the most exciting advances in recent decades has been the discovery that babies  learn before they are born. Even more amazing is the fact that during the first year,  babies learn more than at any other time in their lives. By the first birthday, the baby’s  brain has doubled…

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Babies, For Mums, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

What to expect when expecting twins!

What to expect when expecting twins!    By Obstetrician Dr Colin Walsh. Not one but two babies is a surprise and delight but also often a shock to parents having twins.   Dr Colin Walsh, an obstetrician at North Shore Private hospital answers the common questions of what a twin pregnancy can be like. I’m having twins – how will my pregnancy be different? Traditionally, 1-2% of pregnant women have twins. However this number is increasing with the widespread use of IVF.   A twin pregnancy immediately falls into the “high-risk” category. You are more likely to experience complications (preterm birth,…

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