The Triffle World of Knowledge

All you ever wanted to know, and lots of other stuff as well!

15th January 2008

A Baby Gift Basket Can Be A Perfect Present

When a close friend or relative is having a baby, there are always presents and baby shower gifts to think about getting. The new mother is going to have an intense period of adjustment before she gets settled into the routine of having another human being to look after, so she will need all the help possible from family and friends to make that transition as easy and memorable as possible. This should be a celebratory time for the new family, not a time of worry or stress, and a gift basket to commemorate the new addition can be just the thing to brighten their spirits even more, and maybe even supply them with some things that will end up coming in handy.
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16th December 2007

Dealing With Colic Without Losing Your Mind

For a brand new mommy, or even a seasoned one, dealing with a colicky baby can be overwhelming. The constant crying is heartbreaking and nerve wracking, and leaves you with a sense of helplessness. But dont lose heart; the only good thing I can tell you about colic is that its temporary. Here are a few ideas to keep you going.
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12th December 2007

SIDS - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome What You Need To Know

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a frightening fear for most mothers. SIDS is often referred to as crib death, and is the sudden death of an infant who stops breathing. It is rare, affecting less than 2 in 1000 infants in the US, but the fear of it plagues all new mothers.
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28th November 2007

Involving Your Baby In Christmas Celebrations

The Christmas holiday period is a time when, for millions of families, the daily routine is likely to change, sometimes drastically or sometimes just a little. If you have a new born, or very young, baby in the house, do not believe that they will not be aware of what’s going on just because they are lazing around in their crib sleeping most of the time. They will be aware of differences in their environment, so it is a good idea to think about the well being of the baby in advance, and plan your Christmas period accordingly.
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24th November 2007

Choosing A Formula

If youve decided on formula as the choice for feeding your baby, you might be a bit confused about all the choices. There are lots of options to help you find the type that will best suit your babys needs and your lifestyle.
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22nd November 2007

Baby bedding can be exciting to shop for

As parents we understand how much you love your children and want the best for them. Walk into any baby supply store, or open any catalogue offering baby supplies.
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18th November 2007

Bathing Your Newborn

Bathing a newborn baby can be a traumatic event for a first time Mom. Newborns can seem so fragile, and wet, slippery ones downright frightening. But, dont fear; once you get the hang of it, youll feel like a pro. Newborns only need to be bathed two or three times a week bathing more often can result in dry skin.
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15th November 2007

Kicked in the Ribs - While Giving Birth

Depriving your kids of further education is not what caring parents do.
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11th November 2007

To Circumcise Or Not To Circumcise

If youre about to have a baby, no doubt the subject of circumcision for a boy baby has entered your mind. Circumcision is a personal choice but, of course, its one that youre making for another person- so you tend to feel a fair amount of pressure to make a good decision. Here are some things to think about that might make your choice easier.
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10th November 2007

Finding The Perfect Baby Gift

A new bundle of joy has just entered into your best friends world, and you want to find the perfect present for the perfect baby. If you walk into any department store you will be overwhelmed by all of the options, and may want to purchase the whole store. But take a step back and think what you would like if you just had your first baby.
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