Coffee and breastfeeding: is that OK?
Are you caffeine free throughout your pregnancy, to protect your baby's health? If you're anything like me, you may be dying for a nice espresso half an hour after giving...
Healthy eating and trying for a baby
When you are newly trying to conceive, everyone reminds you to take your folic acid and often a multivitamin tablet as well. But eating a healthy and balanced diet is...
How would going internet free affect your family life?
TV-free is quite a popular concept among a certain type of parents, who think that television harms the kids' brains and prevents them from discovering more important things. I first...
Are silica beads toxic?
Everyone has seen them those little silica bags with little beads or balls inside. They are meant to keep products dry, and you can find them in clothes, gifts, and...
UK: one in five consumes five portions of fruit and veg daily
A lot of unpleasant ailments, including pregnancy complications, can be avoided by "simply" eating a healthy and balanced diet. Of course, fresh fruits and vegetables are key elements of that...
What should you consider before trying to get pregnant?
Are you and your partner talking about expanding your family? Trying to get pregnant is a very exciting time! Everyone will tell you that you may not conceive immediately and...
Dieting safe for pregnant women
Dieting during pregnancy is safe for the fetus, according to a review of studies. The British Medical Journal analysis, published this week, looked at findings from 44 earlier studies in...
Why should you use coconut oil?
Has anyone told you to give coconut oil a try, both in food and for cosmetic uses? You probably want to know what is so special about coconut oil and...
Meal planning: can you keep it up?
Meal planning seems like such a time saver, especially for busy families with young kids. What is meal planning exactly? It's just that planning the meals you are going to...
Single parents: where do you meet potential dates?
Are you a single mom or dad hoping to meet a life partner at some point? You've got plenty of things to think about when you are trying to find...