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Baby massage - 10 tips for getting started

We're all familiar with the feeling of a relaxing massage ... It's a guaranteed way to relax the body and release stress-fighting endorphins in the brain.... But did you know it's the same for babies?  Babies love massage in the same way we do! Massaging your little one can help them calm, soothe and relax. Not only that, it is a beautiful way to facilitate bonding, and can also help reduce crying and encourage them to sleep more soundly (who'd say no to that?!) Why not give it a go? Here's 10 tips to get your started: The best time to massage your baby is when they are quiet and content. Avoid times when they are fussy or overtired. It’s also important to make sure...

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STOCKIST SPOTLIGHT: Antipodean Love

We love our stockists and 'Stockist Spotlight' allows us to share them with you! ... This week we chat to Kate, owner of the unique online gift shop Antipodean Love.    Tell us about Antipodean Love. What was your inspiration for starting the store? I like to think of Antipodean Love as a classy souvenir store where you can buy and send gifts with love from the heart of Australia and New Zealand.  I have lived overseas and have friends the world over, when they were starting to have babies I was finding it surprisingly difficult to source quality handmade Australian gifts.  It is very important for me to give and receive a gift that makes me feel happy and proud....

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RECIPE: Tuna and white bean dip with sweet potato crisps

Meal times have become an absolute battle in our household of late. I often wonder how my non-stop toddler has the energy to exist with the calories he consumes (or doesn't consume?!) each day, but if his plate doesn't contain sausage or chicken nuggets then it's on for young and old. I've found myself having to become increasingly creative to ensure Master Three gets the nourishment he needs . One thing I've discovered is that he loves is the novelty of dipping! I found this easy peasy recipe for tuna and white bean dip on family food blog The Yellow Bench and can't wait to give it a go. The best part is that it's so adaptable - if you're fussy eater isn't keen on the tuna, then just leave it...

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ASK AN EXPERT: CUTTING OUT NIGHT FEEDS

Caitlin asks: My 7.5-month-old has recently started waking at night after a couple of months of sleeping through. At first I assumed she was waking because of teeth so I fed her back to sleep. The only problem is now she has started waking more regularly - sometimes every two hours and I am so, so tired! I have been feeding her each time she wakes but am worried this is making it worse. Should I try to stop feeding her and, if so, how!? I have a toddler in the house and am afraid she will wake him up!     Jo (sleep expert) says: This is a really common problem. Babies over six months get very attached to being assisted to...

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ASK AN EXPERT: PREGNANCY

Beth asks: Hi. I am 16 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I am obviously really excited (and anxious too!) and have been doing a lot of reading to prepare myself for the labour and new baby. I know my husband is excited too, but at times he seems a bit disconnected from the whole thing. I am just wondering what I could do to help include him and make him feel more involved in the whole process?  Jamie Hocking (Pregnancy coach) says: Congratulations on your pregnancy. Your question comes at a great time because I have just written an eBook called Bonding With Baby: Eight Simple Ways Parents Can Strengthen Their Bond With Baby Before Birth. One reason I have written this...

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