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Flat Head Syndrome Facts

Flat Head Syndrome Facts

Heads up! Today we’re talking about flat head syndrome, also known as plagiocephaly. Just like its name, it occurs when a flat spot develops on the back or side of an infant’s head. Why..

How to create an eco friendly non toxic home!

How to create an eco friendly non toxic home!

What's the best way to create an eco friendly home? Learn how you can make your home less toxic and more eco friendly with expert tips and advice from Koala Eco. Are your products safe arou..

Spring Cleaning with Koala Eco

Spring Cleaning with Koala Eco

Koala Eco spring cleaning top picks! We do a little bit of cleaning and tidying daily, but as spring is here, it's time to enter deep cleaning mode. Here are a few of the chores that ..

Do I need an Air Purifier in the Nursery?

Do I need an Air Purifier in the Nursery?

It’s no secret that air pollution is becoming an increasingly serious problem these days. Today, we’re breaking down how indoor air pollution can affect your baby and why an air purifier c..

Natural remedies to cure constipation in babies

Natural remedies to cure constipation in babies

Today, we’re talking all things constipation. Yes, it can even happen to babies! Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know. Constipation doesn’t simply mean you can&rs..

Are baby bouncers harmful - fact or fiction?

Are baby bouncers harmful - fact or fiction?

If you are pregnant or new parent researching for the best baby gear, you can hardly avoid the search term "baby bouncer" as it is a must have product on all the baby lists. However, you may..

Say NO to the mosquito

Say NO to the mosquito

I was very pleased to return from my Easter Holiday to find that that this year’s very long Hong Kong winter was finally over! I promptly said "goodbye" to my winter coat and &ld..

Why Is My Baby Crying?

Why Is My Baby Crying?

Babies cry for many reasons. They might cry because they are hungry, wet or just uncomfortable. When your baby cries, he or she is trying to tell you something. Since babies can&iacu..

Tips for Beating Diaper Rash

Tips for Beating Diaper Rash

Diaper rash is the bane of all parents. Whether your little one sails blissfully through infancy with nary a mark on his bottom, only to suddenly break out once he starts chowing down on solid food, o..

The Nitty Gritty of Nappy Rash

The Nitty Gritty of Nappy Rash

At one time or another most babies develop nappy rash. The cause, severity of, and even effective treatment of nappy rash differs for each child. Some babies are more prone to develop nappy rash..

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), or cot death as it’s sometimes known, is every parent’s nightmare. As its name suggests, SIDS is the term used to describe the sudden and unexpected de..

How To Deal With Colic Babies

How To Deal With Colic Babies

If you have a baby with colic, this can be extremely stressful for parents. The baby will often cry loudly for hours on end. This can make the parents feel totally helpless and very concerned that som..

How to Child Proof Your Home

How to Child Proof Your Home

When a child enters your life, there are so many things to think about and so many decisions to be made that childproofing often falls through the cracks. But, childproofing is important to save your ..

Washing Baby Clothes: What Parents Need to Know

Washing Baby Clothes: What Parents Need to Know

Nervous new parents may be confused about the proper way to wash their newborn’s clothes. Fears of allergic reactions, harmful chemicals, and shrinkage may put stress on new parents when l..

Top 10 Tips for Supermoms

Top 10 Tips for Supermoms

All mothers can relate to the feeling of being overwhelmed. In today’s world, moms have careers and take care of a family. However, there are ways to help make things a little easier. Here are t..

Coping With Children’s Allergies

Coping With Children’s Allergies

Allergies are on the increase - according to Allergy UK, four in 10 school children have at least one allergic condition, one in five has asthma and 85 per cent of these are allergic to house dust mit..

Umbilical Cord Blood Banking

Umbilical Cord Blood Banking

Banking umbilical cord blood is a relatively new option in the medical landscape. The process is far from common place and many misconceptions surround the practice. Most often, stem cell ..

The Nitty-Gritty: Getting Rid of Head Lice

The Nitty-Gritty: Getting Rid of Head Lice

It's a shock for parents when they realise that their child has head lice for the first time. Sometimes the news arrives in a letter from school, while, in other cases, suspicion is aroused by the..

Common Mistakes Made By New Parents

Common Mistakes Made By New Parents

Despite your best preparation, as a new parent you are bound to make mistakes. Babies don't come with manuals, and no amount of advice, books, and classes can adequately prepare you for the change..

Reducing The Risk of Cot Death

Reducing The Risk of Cot Death

Cot death is still the leading cause of death in babies over one month old and accounts for the death of seven babies each week in the UK. But before you start worrying, there are ..

Coping With Infant Colic

Coping With Infant Colic

All babies cry from time to time, but if your baby is crying for extensive periods during the day, then he may be suffering from colic. But what is it and what can you do about it? Colic is the ter..

Coping With Eczema in Babies and Children

Coping With Eczema in Babies and Children

The itchiness of eczema can be uncomfortable and unpleasant to experience at any age, but parents of babies and children who suffer from the skin condition are often left feeling helpless as to what t..

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