OK, I apologise in advance for that rather grandiose title. However, a recent research piece from the BBC Terrific Scientific Sleep Investigation—in partnership with the University of Oxford—suggests 9-11 year-old children have the best reactions in the afternoon. Thousands of British school children aged 9-11 took part in the experiment, […]
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It’s never too early to start thinking about the oral hygiene for your children. Primary teeth have already grown in the newborn gums even before the baby is born. These primary teeth need protection from acids sitting on the gums.?? Infant Oral Hygiene ??Don’t give your baby a bottle of […]
Five European universities will begin vital research into pre-eclampsia, a deadly complication which occurs during pregnancy. The condition occurs in up to ten per cent of all pregnancies and seriously affects both mother and baby. It leads to high blood pressure and other complications. However, it’s not possible to predict […]
I have now become one. Previous ailments in my life were swiftly dealt with by the administration of two ibuprofens. My medicine cabinet now resembles the warehouse that supplies Boots (and other high street chemists obviously). I have always treated any injury with the phrase, “Can you wiggle it?” If […]
Men generally don’t like to admit there’s anything wrong with their sex lives, or how they perform, but let’s be honest about this and say that things don’t always work just as we want them to. You could use some unnatural blue pill (other colours and brands are available, apparently) […]
You don’t have to look far to find someone talking about increasing levels of childhood obesity caused by poor diets and lack of exercise. Now, Weight Watchers in the USA is starting an initiative to encourage parents to get their kids active, eating well, and ultimately being both happy and […]
A trio of pregnancy-related health topics hit the headlines last week. Here’s a roundup. Drinking during pregnancy increases epilepsy risk According to research from the University of New Mexico’s Department of Neurosciences, children of mothers who drink during their pregnancy are six times more likely to suffer from epilepsy as […]
Over half of infant cot deaths are linked to babies sharing a bed with their parents, according to a new study by Bristol University. However, other factors were also found to be linked and harmful, such as when a parent smokes, drinks alcohol or uses sedating drugs before bedtime. Researchers […]
While it may not be as serious as those we’ve watched on Freaky Eaters, fussy eating kids are driving parents mad. A survey of over 3,000 parents by Green Giant found that one in three children have been described as fussy eaters by their parents. Added to this, two out […]
If sleepless nights are causing problems and arguments between you and your partner, you’re not alone. A recent survey suggests that over a third of British couples argue because of sleep-related issues. Research shows that two out of five people get less than six hours of sleep each night, leading […]
Once again it seems that the weight issue is rearing its head, as a new survey suggests that nearly two-thirds of Brits think that their partner should lose some weight and “improve their physique”. Over half had lied to their partner about their appearance, while four out of five said […]
Expectant mums across the UK will have access to a new breastfeeding resource thanks to a collaboration between the Department of Health and child health charity Best Beginnings. The From Bump to Breastfeeding – following real mothers’ stories to find out how DVD gives positive and practical information to encourage […]