Coroflo the first accurate breast milk flow monitor

The startup Coroflo have had a busy 2017. And with a funding boost of €900,000 there seems to be no signs of stopping for the breastfeeding technology. Since patenting technology in April which it says is the world’s first accurate breast milk flow monitor, the company has been busy — winning the Irish leg of…

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Why reading baby books can make you anxious

A study in Swansea University has shown that the more baby books new parents read, the more likely they are to become stressed and anxious. Being a parent is tough enough without trying to follow strict sets of rules and developmental guidelines for your children. And since this is largely what is provided in baby books, why…

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Top five baby products worth spending money on!

Once you have a child, it can feel a lot like your constantly reaching into your pocket to buy baby products and equipment. It’s overwhelming to go into stores to find that not only are there a 100 different brands, but also numerous products that all claim to do the same thing. What if real…

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Baby names inspired by space

Space the final frontier. But don’t worry we’re not going to be recommending any Spocks or Jim Kirks here! These names are purely based on some of the wonders of our solar system…for any astrology enthusiasts or future astronauts out there! We think that a lot of these names are great unisex names! Which one…

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Dos and Don’ts of baby’s first swim

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LAURA MOLLOY, founder of baby swimming classes, Swimbabes, has eight years experience of teaching babies and toddlers to swim. Here she explains the dos and don’ts of taking your baby swimming for the first time. Don’t wait Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional death in children under the age of five, so the earlier…

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3 ways you can use your pumpkin in baking!

What better way to celebrate Halloween than with some pumpkin carving? It’s an activity that all kids adore – but here’s how you use what’s left of your pumpkin when your Jack O’Lanterns are lit up! Pumpkin puree Ingredients 1 pumpkin Pinch of cinnamon Method Pierce your pumpkin all over with a sharp knife or…

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