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How to make mixed feeding work for you

Mixed feeding means combining breastfeeding with bottle feeding. It’s sometimes known as ‘combined feeding’ or ‘partial breastfeeding’ and involves replacing one or more breastfeeds with bottle feeds instead. And, while the prospect of an uninterrupted night’s sleep may be enough to convince you it’s a good idea, mothers who opt to mixed feed do so ...
Fasting During Pregnancy & Breast Feeding: The Safe Route

Muslims traditionally fast during Ramadan, whilst Christians may fast for Lent. For pregnant women and breastfeeding mums however, it is important to know whether your health - and the health of your baby - is at stake. Is fasting during pregnancy safe? What about when you're breastfeeding? Can you fast during pregnancy? All the answers ...
Best Baby Feeding Bottle for Colic 2018

Dr Brown’s Natural Flow Bottle Review After testing with a baby suffering from colic and collecting together results, the Dr Brown’s Natural Flow Options bottle came out on top! Dr. Browns Natural Flow Baby Bottle AED 46.20 VAT Inclusive Buy Now Babies with colic can be choosier than most, so don’t be surprised if you ...
Best Manual Breast Pump 2021

Philips Avent Manual Breast Pump Review After extensive testing and gathering of anecdotal evidence, the Philips Avent Manual has beaten off the competition to be named Mumsnet’s Best Manual Breast Pump 2021! Philips Avent Manual Breast Pump AED 246.49 Inclusive Buy Now Why go for a manual breast pump? There are plenty of reasons why ...
Best Budget Breast Pump 2021

Medela Harmony Review Looking for a serviceable pump costing not much more than your fortnightly nappy bill? Meet the Medela Harmony manual pump! Medela - Harmony Manual Breast Pump AED 156.71 Inclusive Buy Now Having a new baby can be a financially anxious time, as families drop down to one income and then try to ...
Breastfeeding: going back to the past to secure our future

Prior to the 1980s everyone all over the world was breastfed. If a mother couldn't breastfeed she would give her baby to a wet nurse to feed. Then formula surfaced and everyone believed that formula was better than breastmilk. Mothers first used to make formula in their kitchens, then they where manufactured in factories. There ...
How to Transition from Breastfeeding to Solids?

Your baby may show signs of being ready for the first solid food experience. It is an important milestone but the transition needs to be well-planned. Know when, what and why of introducing solids. According to American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), breastmilk or formula should be the only source of nutrition your newborn receives for […]

Should You Breastfeed With Both Breasts?

Every new mother has gazillion questions on her mind regarding baby care after the arrival of her newborn. The first week is the most crucial as this is the period when the baby and the mother, both, need to learn the art of breastfeeding. Many mothers find themselves in a dilemma whether they should breastfeed […]