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I am 32 years old and live in the South of England. Married and a new mum of one, I have recently returned to work part time in my role of Emergency Department Doctor at the local hospital.

When my Daughter was born last year she had severe unexpected health

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Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Practicing safety in the kitchen: 1 of 13
The kitchen is the heart of most homes, and as such can be a busy place. Unfortunately, the kitchen can also be a dangerous place, especially for children and the unaware. Dangers can lurk in all areas and accidents can easily occur. Following these simple tips will help you to practise safety in your kitchen.1. Hygiene.As th... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Safety Choking dangers for babies: Symptoms and treatments: 1 of 6
A choking baby will die unless the situation is quickly recognized and appropriately dealt with. Choking can happen at any time and occurs suddenly. It requires rapid management to avert tragedy. You will not have time to refer to a first aid manual or consult a website when your baby chokes. Your baby is the most precious th... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips Child safety in the home: 10 safety products no parent can do without: 1 of 5
From the moment they are born every parent worries about the safety of their child. During the journey from dependent infant to adulthood there will, understandably, be knocks, bumps and bruises. However, by taking simple safety precautions, aided by the purchase of a few essential safety items, you will ensure you have done ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Common Baby Ailments The importance of keeping a medical diary for your child: 1 of 5
It is easy and important to compile a medical diary for your child. You may believe now that you will easily remember every detail of your child's birth and early years, but all too soon little details will be forgotten. These little details may be vitally important to your child's health care provider in the event of a medic... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Signs and symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy: 1 of 5
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants in a site other than the uterine cavity. This is a relatively common condition, and is a leading cause of maternal death in the first trimester of pregnancy. The diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy can be difficult to make, and is often missed initially. However, with incr... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness How to live green by example: 8 of 39
Once you know how, living green is easy. In today's environment of rising gas prices and concern for the polar ice cap, making a few adjustments to your day to day life will make a huge difference, benefiting not only you, but setting a great example to those around you. Tell your children what you are doing and why. Discuss ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Safety Tips for preventing falling baby situations: 3 of 14
As a new parent you will dream of the day your baby rolls over for the first time, crawls towards you when you arrive home and takes their first steps. The reality is that as your baby becomes increasingly mobile you will become ever fearful of the potential for them to fall and injure themselves. All babies fall more times t... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Workout safety: 2 of 9
Hazards are a part of everyday life and you may be prepared to accept a certain degree of risk when embarking on an exercise routine. However, whether you preferred exercise is a jog around the park or a day hike up a mountain, several important safety aspects need consideration to minimize potentially avoidable risks and haz... More..
Health & Fitness > First Aid Beware of choking: 1 of 4
Choking kills. When the airway becomes blocked by a foreign object a victim is said to be choking. This object can be anything; day to day household objects, food or toys. Choking happens suddenly and requires prompt and effective treatment to relieve the obstruction. If the obstruction is not removed from the airway, the vic... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Diapering Diapers: How to change a baby girl: 1 of 4
Bringing a new baby home can be a daunting experience for any new parent. Unfortunately, babies do not come with a fully illustrated user manual! Luckily, the task of diaper changing is a skill that is easily learned. In fact, you will soon wonder what all the fuss was about! However, there are a few simple tricks of the trad... More..