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At all stages of pregnancy, the ability to make informed dietary and lifestyle choices can have a positive influence on the health and wellbeing of mother and child. Under normal circumstances, the developing foetus depends upon placental efficiency to absorb a rich supply of nutrients from the maternal bloodstream. Because of this close dependence, there are certain situations which can potentially disrupt the normal course of foetal development. For example, there are a number of maternal illnesses and infections which must be avoided or treated promptly to reduce the risk of developmental abnormalities. Because several of these conditions exhibit minimal symptoms, it is beneficial for most pregnant women to undertake a periodic health assessment...

It’s important for new parents to feel comfortable and reassured that their infant sleeps in a healthy and secure environment. At the present time it remains difficult to source infant mattresses and sleepwear which are both non allergenic and free from synthetic materials. Despite the ongoing demand for an alternative option, many of the major retailers carry basic products which incorporate synthetic fibers and filling. Over time, synthetic products can contribute to breathing difficulties and skin irritation. I’m encouraged to discover that many companies are now advertising organically certified sleepwear on the internet. So far, I’ve managed to source a range of infant nightsuits which are manufactured from blends of organic...

In the decades immediately following the Second World War, many developed nations participated in a trend which saw formulated products supplementing or replacing the traditional source of infant nutrition. Today, reputable health authorities are strongly in favour of breastfeeding. For the majority of infants, breast milk represents an ideal source of nutrition during the first twenty-four months of development. In situations where breastfeeding is not an option, there are formulated products which provide the nutrients essential for normal development. With so many brands and varieties of infant formula currently available, parents and caregivers may become overwhelmed in their attempts to choose a suitable product. Undoubtedly, there must...