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Is your baby or toddler confident in the water?
With the numbers signing up to baby swim classes swelling by 13 per cent last year – and more than 300,000 babies and toddlers taking part in every year – there has never been a better time to take your little one to the pool. All the evidence points to the fact that the earlier children learn to swim, the better. In fact a recent Australian national newspaper article said that 'research shows that formal swimming lessons reduce the risk of d... [more]
NCT Nearly New Sales benefit parents' budget and the planet
Cash-strapped parents and parents-to-be can find all the top quality baby clothes, toys and equipment they need at NCT Nearly New Sales, and save around 70% on what they would cost brand new. Well-established and trusted by over 200,000 parents who visit them every year, NCT Nearly New Sales represent the best sales of excellent quality used baby and children’s items. With many families tightening their belts in the tough economic climate, ... [more]
Group B Strep Support raises the alarm : babies die needlessly in the UK through ignorance and unavailability of tests routinely offered in other western countries
A recent survey conducted by ComRes on behalf of Group B Strep Support demonstrated that while more than half (54%) the women aged between 20-35 surveyed had heard of group B Strep, only 20% knew what it was. The survey also showed that once young women are made aware of the dangers of group B Strep in pregnancy the overwhelming majority believe that pregnant women should always be offered information, tests and, when the bacteria is detected,... [more]
Maternity and pregnancy discrimination : Working Families’ helpline team tackles the ongoing problem
Pregnant women, new mothers and flexible workers are often facing discrimination at work. Working Families’ helpline team provides them with extra support. Help is at hand for working parents facing workplace discrimination. The Working Families’ helpline team regularly answers calls from pregnant women, new mothers and flexible workers who fear they are facing discriminating employment practices and who are in need of support. As well as ... [more]
lower risk of giving birth prematurely for women who take multivitamins
It was reported following a scientific study carried out at US and Danish universities, that women who took a multivitamin supplement around the time of conception reduced their risk of giving birth prematurely (before 37 weeks) by 16%. The study also found a link between taking multivitamin supplements and a reduced risk (17%) of the baby being born underweight. Mega Multivitamin The research, which was carried out over a three month peri... [more]
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Jamie Lynn Spears: 'I Wasn't Trying To Glamorize Teen Pregnancy'
The unexpected pregnancy of Jamie Lynn Spears shocked fans of the then-16-year-old Nickelodeon star in 2007. Now almost 21, Jamie is speaking out about her struggles as a teen mom and the painful press that came along with her very public pregnancy.
Jamie Lynn Spears Talks Country Music Career & Hurtful Teen Pregnancy Press: 'I Did The Best I Could'
The unexpected pregnancy of Jamie Lynn Spears shocked fans of the then-16-year-old Nickelodeon star in 2007.Now almost 21, Jamie is speaking out about her struggles as a teen mom and the painful press that came along with her very public pregnancy.
Fatty Diet Before Pregnancy Linked to Gestational Diabetes
Title: Fatty Diet Before Pregnancy Linked to Gestational Diabetes Category: Health News Created: 1/31/2012 6:05:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 2/1/2012
Should pregnancy be considered a disability?
Some say the Americans with Disabilities Act should be expanded to cover being pregnant
Molly Sims' Secret to Avoiding Pregnancy Stretch Marks
While your odds of developing stretch marks during pregnancy are (for the most part) left to fate outside of your control, Molly Sims is following a diet rich in good-for-you fatty acids to improve her odds of avoiding them.
Pregnancy victory for employees
THE Fair Work Ombudsman's first prosecution relating to pregnancy and sex discrimination has been finalised, with the two former owner-operators of a Sydney printing business being penalised a total of $23,760.
Pregnancy resource center outgrows old location
By: Jessica Rainwater Jonesboro's Pregnancy Resource Center has moved to South Main Street after outgrowing the Caraway Road location. The Pregnancy Resource Center, which has been open since 1980, was called Pregnancy Problem Center until 2001. Volunteers and sta... ;
Teen pregnancy rates fall
The total number of teenage pregnancies in Henry County and Martinsville declined significantly from 2006 to 2010, exceeding both the state and district declines.
'Spy Kid' actress tackles teen pregnancy
'Spy Kid' actress tackles teen pregnancy San Antonio Express-News Copyright 2012 San Antonio Express-News. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 04:55 p.m., Thursday, January 26, 2012 Alexa Vega, who portrays Toppenish, Wash., teenager Gaby Rodriguez in the new Lifetime movie “The Pregnancy Project,” says she was ready to tackle ...
PHOTO: See Molly Sims's Moody Pregnancy Portrait
The model and Project Accessory host debuts her bump - her first child is due in June!
