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View details How to soothe a colic baby?
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How to soothe a colic baby?

Soothing a colic baby can be challenging, but there are several strategies that may help. Firstly, try gentle rocking or swaying motions to provide comfort.

View details How long does colic last?
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How long does colic last?

Colic can last for a few weeks to a few months, with most babies experiencing relief by the time they are around 6 months old. However, the duration of colic can vary from baby to baby.

View details When does colic stop?
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When does colic stop?

Colic typically starts around 2-3 weeks of age and usually resolves by the time a baby is 6 months old. However, the duration of colic can vary from baby to baby.

View details What causes colic?
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What causes colic?

There may be many factors at play that cause colic in babies and can be difficult to pinpoint.

View details Does colic affect development?
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Does colic affect development?

Infant colic itself does not directly affect a baby's development.

View details How to relieve colic in babies?
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How to relieve colic in babies?

Relieving colic in babies can be challenging, but there are several strategies that may help.

View details Human Milk Oligosaccharides & Infant Immune Health
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Human Milk Oligosaccharides & Infant Immune Health

Explore the role of Human Milk Oligosaccharides in breast milk and how they support infant immunity and promote a healthy gut. 

View details What are oligosaccharides?
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What are oligosaccharides?

Oligosaccharides are short chains of carbohydrates found in various foods, also known as prebiotics.

View details What is in human milk?
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What is in human milk?

Human milk, or breast milk, is the natural milk produced by a lactating woman.

View details When do newborns immune system develop?
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When do newborns immune system develop?

The immune system of newborns begins to develop during pregnancy and continues to strengthen after birth. However, it takes time for their immune system to fully mature.

View details Is Bifidobacteria good or bad?
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Is Bifidobacteria good or bad?

Bifidobacteria are beneficial bacteria that naturally live in our gut. They play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy digestive system and supporting overall well-being.

View details When does a baby’s gut mature?
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When does a baby’s gut mature?

A baby's gut begins to mature during pregnancy, but it continues to develop after birth as the intestines continue to grow throughout childhood until they stop growing.

View details What is 2' Fucosyllactose?
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0-4 months

What is 2' Fucosyllactose?

2 Fucosyllactose (2’-FL) is a Human Milk Oligosaccharide (HMO) which is a short chain of special sugar molecules, found in human breast milk.

View details What are the nutritional requirements for infants?
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What are the nutritional requirements for infants?

The nutritional requirements for infants include macronutrients and essential vitamins and minerals that support their growth and development.

View details What’s the link between antibiotics and gut health for my baby?
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What’s the link between antibiotics and gut health for my baby?

Your baby has beneficial, or “friendly”, bacteria in their gut, but also “bad” bacteria. The balance between these two is important for healthy digestive and immune systems.

View details How long does it take for baby probiotics to work?
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How long does it take for baby probiotics to work?

The time it takes for baby probiotics to work can vary depending on the individual baby and the specific probiotic being used.

View details Do babies need probiotics?
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Do babies need probiotics?

All babies will develop their own natural gut flora once they are born. Breast milk for example naturally contains beneficial bacteria that supports a baby's gut health.

View details How Long After Implantation Does hCG Rise?
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How Long After Implantation Does hCG Rise?

Low levels of hCG hormone may be found in your blood about 6 to 10 days after ovulation.

View details How Accurate are Home Pregnancy Tests?
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How Accurate are Home Pregnancy Tests?

While home pregnancy tests are fairly accurate, they can sometimes give you a false result, so it’s a good idea to repeat the test a week later to double check or see your doctor for a more accurat

View details How Early Can You Do Home Pregnancy Test?
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How Early Can You Do Home Pregnancy Test?

There is an early response home pregnancy test which can be taken around 5 or less days before your period is due.

View details Can a Home Pregnancy Test Give a False Positive?
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Can a Home Pregnancy Test Give a False Positive?

A false positive on a pregnancy test is when the test says you are pregnant but you are actually not. It's possible but uncommon.

View details Can a Home Pregnancy Test Give a False Negative?
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Can a Home Pregnancy Test Give a False Negative?

A false negative is when you get a negative result on a home pregnancy test when in fact you are actually pregnant.

View details Can You Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding?
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Can You Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding?

Yes. After your baby is born and while you are breastfeeding, your period may not return for a while.

View details Can You Drink Alcohol While Breastfeeding?
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Can You Drink Alcohol While Breastfeeding?

It is safest to avoid alcohol while breastfeeding. The level of alcohol in your bloodstream passes directly into your breast milk.

View details How Many Calories a Day for Pregnancy?
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How Many Calories a Day for Pregnancy?

For most mums-to-be, being pregnant does require extra kilojoules (calories) over the course of your pregnancy.

View details What Foods Can't You Eat in Pregnancy?
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What Foods Can't You Eat in Pregnancy?

For the most part, there won’t be many changes from your healthy pre-pregnancy diet.

View details Does Eating Spicy Food Affect Pregnancy?
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Does Eating Spicy Food Affect Pregnancy?

If spicy food was part of your normal healthy diet before pregnancy, there is no reason you will need to stop it during pregnancy.

View details Are Fermented Foods Safe During Pregnancy?
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Are Fermented Foods Safe During Pregnancy?

Fermented foods are becoming more common in our diets, but there is reason to be cautious of these foods if you are pregnant.

View details Can Food Taste Different in Early Pregnancy?
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Can Food Taste Different in Early Pregnancy?

Changes in taste and smell are often reported by pregnant women, with varying degrees of severity, it is very much an individual response.

View details Apple and Cinnamon Pancakes
Apple and Cinnamon Pancakes
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9-12 months

Apple and Cinnamon Pancakes

View details Apple Crumble
Apple Crumble
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12-18 months

Apple Crumble

View details Avocado Macaroni and Cheese
Avocado Macaroni and Cheese
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12-18 months

Avocado Macaroni and Cheese

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