![Amber beads. Why they're really not a good idea.....]()
by Safe Sleep Space
August 29, 2019
In recent years, there’s been a swell of interest in using amber bead jewellery for babies and young children. Parents, who use amber beads, believe that amber has therapeutic qualities when in contact with their child’s skin, particularly for alleviating teething symptoms. But what is the evidence of this and the associated risks?
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![How to help stop a toddler's bottles!]()
by Safe Sleep Space
August 29, 2019
Many toddlers can become attached to their bottles. Besides providing nourishment, bottles also mean comfort and security. Prolonged bottle use can lead to cavities or cause the child to drink more milk than he or she needs. Switching from bottle to cup can be challenging, here are some tips to make the change easier everyone involved!
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![The unknown essential nutrient for a healthy Mum and Bub during pregnancy & breastfeeding]()
by Safe Sleep Space
August 07, 2019
The nutrients a woman provides to her baby during the period of pregnancy and breastfeeding, affects their growth and development and can have lasting implications on their long-term health. Certain nutrients are especially important to fuel healthy development.
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![Sleep Tips for Breastfed Babies]()
by Safe Sleep Space
July 23, 2019
Breastfed babies have fairly distinct feeding and sleeping patterns which, once understood, can make it easier to understand why they do what they do. Simply put, breastfed babies need to feed frequently over a 24 hour period so they can grow and thrive and be content.
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