Pregnancy
Week 19 of Pregnancy at 3am: A Survival Guide
By week 19, vernix caseosa, the waxy protective coating, covers the skin. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for expectant parents.
Dr Imran Patel, MBChB
Imran is a paediatrician working in general and emergency paediatrics. He reviews SA Baby’s illness, immunisation and infant health articles for clinical accuracy.
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Parenting
The Practical Managing Parental Burnout Checklist
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Buying Guides
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Product Reviews
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Baby Food
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Baby Health
Baby Immunisation Schedule for First-Time Parents
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Baby Care
Newborn Weight Loss and Regain: Myths vs Facts
Up to 10% weight loss in the first days is normal, with birth weight regained by two weeks. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for new parents.
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Pregnancy
How to Handle Week 23 of Pregnancy Step by Step
By week 23, the lungs begin producing surfactant and there is a real, if fragile, chance of survival with intensive care. an ordered, practical method you can follow today for expectant parents.
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Pregnancy
Week 26 of Pregnancy at 3am: A Survival Guide
By week 26, eyes open for the first time and the fetus responds to sound with movement. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Parenting
The Practical Car Seat Safety Checklist
Rear-facing for as long as the seat allows reduces serious neck injury substantially. a printable list that covers everything without the padding for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read