Pregnancy

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How to support a bereaved mum this Mother’s Day

As Mother’s Day approaches, the charity Sands has shared advice for anyone who knows a mum affected by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby.

Family, friends, and work colleagues may feel unsure how to handle the approach of Mother's Day with bereaved parents. Sands has published tips on its website about simple things anyone can do to show they care.

Sands’ Director of Bereavement...

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DREAMGENII HIGHLIGHTS BENEFITS OF PREGNANCY PILLOWS: A comfortable night’s sleep, made easy

Pregnancy is a transformative and exciting time, but as your body changes and your baby grows, it can become challenging to get comfortable.

But don’t worry – dreamgenii has your back - literally.

Here are seven amazing benefits of this uniquely shaped pillow that you won’t want to miss!

Benefit Number One

For some women, the remarkable changes in their bodies...

The Ultimate Gender Predictor Calculator: Essential Baby Registry Guide for Friends and Family

Bringing home a new baby is an exhilarating adventure that unites family and friends for festivity and support. When waiting on the arrival of a little one, loved ones also wait to find out what the little one is. An open secret though; people have found ways to bring joy while waiting for the little one, such as guessing the gender. While most modern science can determine the gender of a...

Due Date Calculator: Finding the Perfect Breast Pump for Your Journey

Planning your breastfeeding journey takes a lot of thought and choosing the right breast pump is an important decision which can definitely affect your success. With so many choices on the market from small portable units to hospital-grade instruments to creative wearable tech, it can be daunting to choose the right device for you. These each have benefits, from optimum siphoning, to portable...

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10 Valentines-Themed names for boys with middle name suggestions

If your new family member is due in February this year, you may be looking for some Valentine's Day inspiration for a name. We have come up for 10 Valentines-Themed baby boy names so you don't have to, and we have even given you the name meaning and some suggestions for middle names (as this is super important too!). If you are looking for some Valentines-themed girl names we have also...

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Valentines themed baby names for girls with matching middle names

With Valentine's Day fast approaching many expectant parents will be scouring baby name lists to try and find the perfect name for their new addition. For those of you who want to seek inspiration for names from the time of year, we have compiled a list of 10 Valentine's themed baby names for girls, with the name meaning.

Having been through the baby naming process myself a few times...

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BUMBLES AND BOO TRANSFORMS BABY GIFTING WITH CREATIVE NAPPY CAKES AND BOUQUETS

Finding the perfect gift for a baby shower or to welcome a new baby can be a challenge: especially if you're looking for something that's thoughtful, beautiful, and practical. But Bumbles & Boo makes it effortless with their stunning range of curated baby hampers and creative gifts, designed to celebrate bringing a new baby into the world.

Bumbles & Boo’s Nappy Cakes and...

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Tarka Leisure Centre increases offering for women during pregnancy with Bump Boost programme

Tarka Leisure is expanding its support for mums-to-be in the local community by introducing Bump Boost, a tech driven personalised aqua natal workout.

Despite the NHS recommending a minimum 150 mins of moderate physical activity across the week, a report from the Active Pregnancy Foundation shows the staggering reality with less than 40% of pregnant women feeling they had the...

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Tips on Saving for Maternity Leave, by a Financial Expert

Many new mothers will receive far less than their salary while on maternity leave
The average takeaway (£30) equates to 99 nappies, enough for eight days
Financial expert, Christie Cook, shares her saving tips for maternity leave

While it differs company to company, the majority of new mothers will not receive their full pay for their maternity...

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15 Halloween-Themed Baby Boy Names

If you love the Halloween season and are expecting a little boy this year, we have some great names for you to have a look at. If you are looking for some inspiration for Halloween-themed girls names too we have a great list for you here .

Jack

Meaning : As in "Jack-o'-lantern," a classic symbol of Halloween festivities.

Damien

Meaning : Derived from

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13 Halloween-Themed Baby Girl Names

If you are having a little girl this month then we have a great list of Halloween-inspired names for you to have a look at

Luna

Meaning : Latin for "moon." The moon is a classic symbol in Halloween imagery, representing mystery and enchantment.

Raven

Meaning : Associated with the black bird often linked to folklore and mysticism, symbolizing prophecy and

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