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  • Practice good posture (especially during the third trimester)
  • Wear a support belt under your lower abdomen
  • Avoid sleeping on your back
  • Never use mineral water for preparing baby feeds
  • Take pleasure in the miracles of pregnancy and birth.
  • Be sure your baby gets all immunizations on time.
  • Spend some time reading something light and interesting everyday.
  • A mother's milk has the right amount of fat, sugar, water and protein.
  • Talk to your doctor about what you should eat.
  • When sitting, keep your feet flat on the floor.
  • Sleep on your side with a pillow between your legs.
  • Avoid exposure to chemicals: herbicides, pesticides and paint.
  • Aim to do at least 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days of the week.
  • Avoid alcohol, raw fish, fish high in mercury, soft cheeses.
  • Eat high-fiber foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.
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  • Eat foods rich in folate, iron, calcium, and protein.
  • Avoid exposure to asbestos dust ,it causes serious mesothelioma.
     

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Is the time approaching for the arrival of your newborn baby? If so, this is probably a good time to invest in some durable baby furniture for your little one. Maybe you are wondering what kind of furniture your baby requires. As your baby grows, the requirements for furniture will keep changing. Therefore it is advisable to buy the furniture stage by stage as and when you feel the need. There is no necessity to buy everything at once.

 

note Baby Carriage/ Stroller

 

Baby stroller or carriage is an essential item, which makes life much easier for the parents. There are different types of strollers available in the market today with varying styles, shapes and usability levels. Look for a strong and sturdy stroller with stable wheels and a good metal frame.

 

note Cot/ Crib/ Cradle

 

It is a good practice to allow your baby to sleep on a separate cot and not share the same bed with the parents. This way the parents can be more relaxed as they don't have to worry about hurting the child in their sleep. A baby cot has to have railings on all sides in order to protect the baby from falling or rolling out while sleeping. The cot can be customized as per your requirement. It can have colorful toys hanging down which the baby can play with and be occupied while the mother is busy with some other activity.

 

note Car Seat

 

This is one of the most important items that you can invest it. It is important that you never travel with a baby in the car unless you keep the baby in a car seat. This can help prevent injuries and harm to the baby in the event of any accident. Car seats with detachable bases are easier to use, as it need not be installed every time in the car. Make sure to follow all the installation instructions carefully and don't forget to hang "Baby on board" in your car.

 

note Baby Closet

 

If a baby has a small closet of its own, you can store all their clothes, diapers, nappies, shoes and other accessories in one place instead of having them scattered in different drawers and places in the house. This will also make finding things much easier for the mother and can save a lot of time.

 

note High Chairs

 

This is probably one of the most used furniture item besides a crib. Since it needs to be used many times a day and can be used for a few years, a high chair should be attractive, functional and durable. They should be easy to clean and store. Therefore a wooden chair is probably not a good idea though they look attractive. Choose one with a wide base for better stability and ensure that the safety belts are comfortable. Always buy furniture that will last long and is strong. These can be passed down to others in your family or can be stored and used at the arrival of your next child. Happy Shopping!

 

 

 

 

 

 
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