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To speak or not to speak that is the question?
[16 May 2008] -Before your child can say his first word there are a number of phases through which communication development needs to go. Many parents say that within the first few weeks they are able to tell their baby's crying from other babies. This is the start of the road to communication. In the first month your baby makes use of reflex actions to make you aware of her needs, whether it is hunger, thirst, looking for comfort. You have no idea what the problem is and run through a list of basic needs to see which one was the problem. It is all very trial and error.
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[07 April 2008] -Although these are old studies and the specific MMR vaccine was removed from the UK market it still provides you with a lot of food for thought.
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Frederick van Wyk
[25 February 2009] -We are happy to welcome Frederick van Wyk to our expert panel. Frederick went into private practice after finisihing his studies but a void forced him to find something that would be more fulfilling and would make a difference to more people.
When we met I was overwhelmed by his passion and focus as well as his innerlife force which you only find in people who have found their true calling in life. He does play therapy as well as present courses to parents to teach them how play can assist a child in overcoming mayor trauma or just a "bad" day.
His introduction:
I play most of the time, teach parents how to play with their children, and do many other “alternative” approaches to healing. Children and families get better. And I go home less tired and more fulfilled.
Dr Reinette Bester
[13 August 2008] -Reinette is the perfect paediatrician as she is able to sooth parent and child equally, while mindful to explain exactly what she is doing and what the aim is of what she is doing. She does not just goes ooh and ah with the parents getting more and more worried.
She is thorough and precise, yet warm and approachable, with special interest in asthma and allergies.
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You might ask yourself why did I start this web site, am I so much of a know it all mum? Do I have so much to say? The answer these questions are no and yes.
I do not necessarily know more about motherhood or parenting than anyone else, but I do have a lot to say. I don't think I am qualified to provide you with advice and guidance but I do want to share some of my experiences from which you might learn or at least laugh at.
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The most authoritative and up-to-date sourcebook on pregnancy and early parenthood, created by a team of experts – doctors, midwives, health visitors and researchers – under the direction of a practicing obstetrician.
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