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24 ONE MOTHER’S MIRACLE Caprice Bourret talks surrogacy, motherhood and business success 42 CIRCUS PARTY Carole Middleton channels the fun of the fair for the next in her party series 47 DRESSED FOR SUCCESS Yoko Shimada, mother and founder of fashion label Mitera, shares her story 51 TOT GEAR Get your trainers at the ready! Greg Rutherford reviews the Bugaboo Runner 56 FROM SCARED TO PREPARED We discover how hypnobirthing can help before, during and after childbirth 64 BATHING BABY All you need to know to feel confident when it comes to baby’s first tub time
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34 ROLL UP, ROLL UP The sweetest circus-inspired fashion to add a touch of colour to baby’s wardrobe 40 SHOP THE SHOOT Look the part with our favourite designs inspired by our fashion shoot
44 CIRCUS INTERIORS Fill your home with the bright lights, spots and stripes of the circus 55 THE REVIEW Laura Mason tests out breast pumps
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70 ISLAND ESCAPE Expecting baby number two, editor Kate jets off to Crete for her last holiday as a family of three
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BABY NEWS Keeping you in the know with all things great and small 28 LITTLE ARTISTS The most beautifully designed books for your mini Picasso 58 MEET THE EXPERTS Advising you on bump, birth and more
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SHOP THE ELEMENTS Style that channels mother nature The cutest shoes in our elements-inspired edit
60 FEELING GOOD Louisa van den Bergh looks at how to maintain a healthy and happy pregnancy 62 DIARY OF A MUM Mum-of-three Becky Dickinson tackles potty training 74 HIGHCHAIR HITS Family favourite nutrition expert Annabel Karmel rustles up her top dishes 78 DIARY OF A NIGHT NANNY Night nanny columnist Georgie Bateman welcomes new mum Laura and helps her settle into motherhood 81 EDUCATION NEWS All the latest developments from the classroom and beyond 82 MEET THE HEAD We get the low-down on Wykeham House School from head Helen Cuthbert 85 MINI AGENDA The best family events in Hampshire to keep your little one busy 90 GROUPS AND CLASSES A selection of local activities 92 GET MORE… Our exclusive competitons, including the chance to win the stunning Joie Chrome Plus travel system 98 INSPIRE Fertility expert Zita West tells us how she got started
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usual, with shopping pages galore (p.17), circus-themed fashion, interiors and parties. As the summer comes to an end and we welcome autumn, Team GB long-jumper Greg Rutherford, his partner Susie and baby Milo, have been getting out and about to review Bugaboo’s new Runner buggy. See if it’s up to speed on page 51. Looking to enjoy some open space myself, but in a slightly sunnier climate, I managed to sneak in a trip to Crete with toddler, bump and husband in tow! Read all about our last holiday as a threesome on page 70. As I depart on maternity leave for a few months, I’m delighted to be leaving my other baby, Baby Hampshire, in the very capable hands of Susannah Warren. I look forward to reading the magazine as the mother of a new baby again, but in the meantime it’s back to my last-minute hypnosis preparation and fitting in as much sleep as I can before I’m faced with a needy toddler and a new baby… wish me luck!
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Preparing for childbirth is a bit like knowing you’re about to be whisked away to a mystery destination at an undisclosed time – so for someone who likes to plot and plan it can be hard to accept that it will happen when it happens! One thing that’s been helping me relax and take it day by day is Maggie Howell’s brilliant Natal Hypnotherapy book and CD. I only started investigating hypnobirthing in the last few weeks and despite leaving it so late, Maggie reassured me that the last two weeks of your pregnancy are the key. Finding the time each day to switch off, light a candle to help conjure up my happy place (the coconut scent of gorse on my favourite beach in Suffolk!), and listen to the hypnosis CD has been a revelation, so if you’re interested in trying it, don’t miss Maggie’s introduction in this issue (p.56). We’ve also been chatting to fertility guru Zita West as she discusses her holistic approach to motherhood (p.98) and Caprice opens up about her experiences of infertility and surrogacy as well as juggling her business with two babies (p.24). If retail therapy is more what you’re looking for we have plenty of fashion and shopping as
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Editor Kate Finney Managing Editor Rebecca Moore Senior Sub Editor Natalie Milner Editorial Assistants Caroline Leeper, Lily Smith Group Art Editor Chloë Collyer Senior Designers Emily Weller, Pio Blanco Designer Maria Sagun
L Where were you born? I was born in Tooting, south London. First school memory? My first school memory is that my teacher was called Mrs Heart, which was cute, and that the school dinners smelt revolting. Best thing about being a mum? My kids have a great sense of humour and really make me laugh. It’s fabulous for the soul. Helen captures the fun of the circus on p.34
Contributing Editors Susannah Warren, Marina Fogle, Chiara Hunt, Carole Middleton
Where were you born? Hacienda Heights, California, US. What’s the best thing about being a mum? Everything. Waking up in the morning at 7am and going into the boys’ room and seeing them hold their arms out saying, “Mama!”. What’s your first outfit memory? It was at an Earth Wind & Fire concert with my mom and sister and we had matching outfits. Caprice shares her surrogacy story on p.24
Publisher Annabella Ward Commercial Director Vicki Gavin Marketing Manager Will Delmont Digital Media Manager James Dobson Brand Managers Stephanie Organ, Chatty Dobson Client Development Manager Lesley McDiarmid Sales Executives Amy Thacker, Katie Amps Managing Director Paul Dobson Deputy Managing Director Steve Ross Baby Hampshire is published by The Chelsea Magazine Company Ltd,
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TIBA + MARL redefines the prim and pragmatic tradition of baby changing with its new baby bags. London mothers Anna Tizard and Lydia Barron are launching their new company this September, retailing chic changing bags that have a sports-luxe feel and come in florals, neons and even leopard print – practicality meets fashion! Worn here by Irish micro-blogger, model and mum Eimear Varian Barry. Pricing starts at £35 | tibaandmarl.com
MOTHERS-TO-BE, YOU’LL BE GLAD TO KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR LITTLE ONE ARE IN SAFE AND EXCEPTIONALLY FRIENDLY HANDS! HAMPSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST HAS BEEN AWARDED THE PRESTIGIOUS BABY FRIENDLY AWARD AND IS THE LATEST HEALTH PROVIDER IN THE UK TO WIN INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION FROM UNICEF.
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ONE OF A KIND The Silver Cross Balmoral Bespoke Limited Edition pram is a handmade to order baby carriage exclusively from Harrods. Choose the colour of the premium leather and engrave your little one’s name on a special plaque. silvercrossbaby.com
PUSH YOUR PERSONALITY iCandy’s new Designer Collection combines functionality with character. Choose between the Classic Edition or the sassy Black Edition, both superstylish and brimming with features, including a colour-matched carrycot, fluid steering and a special one-hand fold technology. icandy.com
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This Italian gem is the sweetest and most sustainable brand around. The hanging cradles are the perfect nests of comfort and cuteness for your baby – and a tree is planted for every cradle or cot bought. woodly.it
LOCO FOR COCO New Kokoso Baby uses the purest raw organic coconut oil, sourced from Thailand, in its multipurpose cream. Use it as a moisturiser, bottom butter or to combat cradle cap. It’s naturally antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial with no nasties. It also smells like a pina colada. kokoso.co.uk
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into a rearward or forward-facing pushchair. And if you want to create a flexible travel system, clip on Silver Cross’ Simplicity car seat. With its large foam-filled pneumatic tyres and air-sprung suspension inspired by mountain bike technology the Surf 2 is a dream to drive, while the adjustable handlebars and a deep basket make it practical for everyday use.
The winner will receive the Surf 2 chassis, pushchair seat unit, newborn carrycot, hood and apron pack, rain cover, cup holder, shopping basket and the car seat adaptors, all you have to do is enter to be in with a chance! Visit babyhampshire.co.uk/competitions to enter. Competition closes at 11.59pm, 15 October. silvercrossbaby.com
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Postcards to Colour £9.99, amazon.co.uk
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Romper Suit £36, yoox.com New Sprouts Vegetables £14.99, learningresources.co.uk Minnetonka Kids £39, myfashiontribu.com
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Easy breezy blues, whites and greys for adorable outfits and nursery accessories ISO Cushion £15, made.com
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Angel Wing Onesie £45, mariechantal.co.uk
Plui Rain Cloud £7.99, toyella.com Height Chart Sticker £19, vertbaudet.co.uk
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Planes Board Book £4.99, harpercollins.co.uk
Baby can be just as cool as the grown-ups in these mini kicks Nike Air Max £37, store.nike.com
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INTERVIEW
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ON E OF TH E WOR LD’S MOST PHOTOGR APH ED MODEL S, MUM- OF-T WO Caprice Bourret TALKS TO Jessica Jonzen ABOUT H ER N EW AUTOBIOGR APHY, BUSIN E SS FE AT AN D SU R ROGAC Y SUCCE SS here are times, when deep in the trenches with small children and wild-eyed with exhaustion, that it can be easy to forget what a miracle it is to be a mother. For the women lucky enough to conceive naturally and have uncomplicated pregnancies and births, it can be even easier to forget. But sometimes we are reminded when we hear about the extraordinary lengths that some women will go to in order to become a mother. Caprice Bourret – the supermodel turned business woman – has one such story. “You couldn’t make it up,” she laughs over the chatter of her two-year-old sons, Jax and Jett at her Notting Hill home. Her boys are not twins as one would assume, but were born just one month apart. “They truly are miracle babies,” she says. Now 43, Caprice spent her twenties and thirties pursuing her modelling and presenting career in London, dating ‘playboys’, footballers and rock stars. She lived a glamorous life but didn’t meet the man she wanted to have a family with until she was 39. Ty Comfort, a London-based financier six years her senior, had three children from his previous marriage but understood Caprice’s need for a child of her own. After only a few months of dating, they moved in together and started trying for a baby around her 40th birthday. But hope turned to despair when she miscarried twins. Caprice recalls it in her new autobiography: “Through the curtain of physical pain the word ‘twins’ filtered into my awareness and as I lay there in agony, my heart felt as though it were breaking… I cannot possibly explain the feelings of loss and sadness.”
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In the spring of 2012, the couple sought the help of a fertility doctor in America with a staggering success rate. The doctor identified that the lining of her womb was unusually thin, meaning an embryo would find it difficult to embed itself. In order for IVF to have a chance of success, Caprice was given oestrogen injections to increase the thickness of the lining by around 1mm a day until the environment was right for an embryo to be implanted. However, three attempts failed and the doctor made a suggestion: a surrogate. Caprice was still producing healthy eggs. A ‘gestational carrier’ could carry Caprice and Ty’s biological child. The couple had their concerns, but as time marched on, their window of opportunity became smaller and smaller and they decided to find a surrogate in America. “We would have done it [surrogacy] in England but the laws in this country say that even though it’s your biological child, the carrier could take your child away – they have more rights than in the USA so you have to be very careful, and that’s why I went to the States,” Caprice says. “It also meant my carrier could get on with her pregnancy in peace, away from the media.” After rigorous questioning and screening, they found a woman who suited them perfectly. A 32-year-old, mum-of-four who had decided that while her own family was complete, she wanted to give the gift of motherhood to another woman. Caprice is fiercely protective of her surrogate’s privacy and calls her ‘Tina’ in her book. ‘Tina’ even contributed a chapter about her experience.
Tina was impregnated with twin embryos – a boy and a girl. Delighted but discombobulated as her children grew in another woman’s womb 2,000 miles away, Caprice threw herself into work and was training rigorously for TV show Splash! with Tom Daley when something truly miraculous happened: Caprice had conceived a baby. She’s clearly still amazed, and she recalls finding out, “I did test after test after test because I just couldn’t believe it. I had really looked after myself, though. I had detoxed, had no caffeine, no alcohol, took folic acid and 31 vitamins a day and was exercising regularly, so I had really taken care of myself for five years, but trust me it was totally against all the odds,” she says. Sadly, Caprice’s surrogate lost one of the babies – a girl. “But we ended up with two beautiful, healthy biological boys so it is such a blessing”, she says tearfully. Tina agreed to eat an entirely organic diet and was in touch with Caprice throughout
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her pregnancy, and they have maintained a strong bond ever since. In the summer of 2013, the couple flew to the States for the arrival of their sons and their first child’s birth was nothing short of extraordinary. “There I was with my mom, my sister and Ty and my carrier’s husband in the theatre, and I was having my first child while I was eight months pregnant,” she says incredulously. “I was holding my carrier’s
section. “I breastfed them both straight away so my first son had to wait a month but he still got my colostrum,” she says proudly. Initially, Caprice hadn’t wanted to talk about her experience and she still feels strongly about never revealing to the public which son was via the surrogate. “Surrogacy is still taboo – it’s not traditional and there are not a lot of women who have gone down my road,” she explains. But The Sun found out what was
I WAS HAVING MY FIRST CHILD WHILE I WAS EIGHT MONTHS PREGNANT hand and the second my son came out I cut the umbilical cord and stripped off all my clothes and he stopped crying the second he touched my skin – and that was my bond. That moment was unbelievable, it was one of the best moments of my life.” To Caprice’s amazement, her carrier then started taking pictures. “She had just popped my first child out and then she started taking pictures of us! It was really special.” The new family stayed in the States where about a month later Caprice delivered their second son by caesarean
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going on while Caprice and her carrier were pregnant and told her they were going to publish the story. “I was scared people were going to ridicule me, and even more so, I was scared for my children. I don’t want them to go through that and they shouldn’t have to. I could have been litigious but then the story would still be on the internet forever so Ty and I decided to be open about it. The support I got was overwhelming.” This led to her writing her autobiography along with a ghostwriter which recounts her
childhood in California, her first modelling jobs and that fateful move to London back in 1996 – and it was here that she made her name and graced more than 300 magazine covers. It’s a fun read, but the chapters about her quest to become a mother are searingly honest and eloquent. What advice does she have for women who want to have a family? “If you’re thinking about it, please, don’t just think – act,” she says. “I wish I’d thought about it at 30 rather than 35.” Today, Caprice juggles her successful business By Caprice, which includes her lingerie, swimwear and bedding lines, with running around after her two boys. “Sleep isn’t part of the equation – you learn not to sleep and you have to be wonder woman,” she laughs. “We just have to get on with it and figure out how to make it work. It’s empowering because mothers are the glue of our families – if we’re good then our family is solid. I moved my office to my house recently and that’s really helped.” A good work-life balance is high on Caprice’s agenda, and she is keen to inspire others as she continues to share her vision in many influential speeches. This autumn, she launches her By Caprice home line (stockists include Very, House of Fraser online and Look Again); a new mummy blog; and in early 2016 an interactive children’s playcentre. “It’s so hard to find a good one – I want to be able to sit down in a nice area and see my children, and not have to run after them all the time, a place where you can meet other mummies and a place where my kids are going to be educated as well as entertained. Everything that I saw and experienced as a first-time mum, I want to cater to, as I know what is needed.” bh
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ENTERTAINMENT IDEAS The animals are a large part of the attraction for babies and toddlers, from cheeky monkeys to roaring lions. Animal or clown face painting is a big hit with toddlers and older siblings, and you’ll have some great photos. A balloon animal kit can provide fun for all ages, and a clown entertainer will keep the party alive. Don’t forget carnival music for pass the parcel.
TIME FOR TEA Popcorn is always popular, serve up in redand white-striped bags. Animal-shaped biscuits and sandwiches, and plates of fruit shaped into faces always go down well. Don’t forget the jelly and frozen yoghurt, too!
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DRESSED for success YOKO SHIMADA , FOU N DER OF FASHION L ABEL MITER A , TELL S Lily Smith WHY SH E’S PASSIONATE ABOUT SU PPORTING MODER N MOTH ER S oko Shimada is a woman on a mission. Her aim is to make motherhood easier for women across the world – something she plans to do through her US-based fashion label Mitera. The Japanese-born Yoko is not shy of a challenge. She moved to the US at the age of 16, graduated from college and worked as a health specialist at the World Bank in India and Africa. But her biggest challenge to date, she admits, has been becoming mother to Hugo and Emmeline. “Nobody really tells you how truly challenging it can be.” Yoko felt there was a social expectation of mothers to be superwomen: handling home life, breezing back into work and to be happy.
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BUGABOO RUNNER Now Milo is nine months old and already the size of a small yacht, carrying him in a sling on walks in the woods is doable, but it’s not particularly enjoyable and quite often we play rock, paper, scissors to decide who’ll be doing the arduous task. Thankfully, there’s light at the end of the backbreaking tunnel, in the form of the wonderful Bugaboo Runner.
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GOOD LOOKING Very much so. Despite trekking into the woods with ours, it remained relatively mud free (a mug guard is included) and the sleek, streamlined frame will no doubt make it popular with any parent.
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THE VERDICT As parents who love the outdoors and who both want and need exercise on a daily basis, this is the perfect way to keep Milo involved. The Bugaboo Runner offers your little one the chance to be outdoors and will work wherever you fancy going for a jog. bh Runner: £334, with seat: £583 | bugaboo.com Read Susie’s blog at mymiloandme.com
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Similar to previous Medela pumps, the evolution of the newer Swing Maxi is heavily based on helping new mums. Featuring the same unique two-phase expression technology, it is extremely comfortable. Better still, by doubling up you not only get double the milk, but it’s proven that your body will naturally produce more. £239.99 | johnlewis.com
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This pump is the easiest to assemble by far with just four parts. In addition to the time-saving element, cleaning it really is a doddle, ensuring no traces are left in the system. Thumbs up goes to the flexibility of the funnel, allowing you to pump whatever your position, so prepare to relax. £38 | mothercare.com
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LABOUR
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or many women, when thinking about giving birth, words like ‘painful, scary, and traumatic’ will likely spring to mind. It has become the norm in our culture to regard labour as something to be fearful and anxious about. However, if women feel like this leading up to the birth, their mind and body will be in a high-alert state, fuelled by the ‘danger’ hormone, adrenaline. This will then trigger the body’s ‘fight or flight’ mechanism, tensing the muscles, diverting blood away from the uterus, increasing the heart rate and preparing the mother for battle, or to run like hell – neither of which is particularly conducive to birthing a baby. If this continues during labour, it can lead to an exhausted mother, an exhausted baby and often ‘failure to progress’ – the most common reason for an emergency caesarean.
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HOW TO COPE WITH LABOUR As any midwife will tell you, the secret to coping with labour is to relax and breathe – however, that’s a lot easier said than done. Unlike other mammals we have incredibly intelligent and active brains which have been filled with enormous amounts of information leading us to make certain assumptions about giving birth. Fuelled by the negative-birth culture of today, it is these assumptions which often stop our bodies from being able to simply relax and go with the flow.
or attending a two-day class. The method teaches you how to overcome any fear or anxiety; how to enter into deep relaxation at will; how to use your breathing effectively; how to get back in control of your thoughts; and how to tune into your instincts and trust your body. It is essentially a tool box of coping strategies that you can use for the big day.
SO WHAT EXACTLY IS HYPNOSIS? A lot of people worry about the concept of hypnosis – that they’ll be left singing like Elvis Presley or clucking like a chicken. However, although you may not be aware of it, hypnosis is actually quite common and you may find you go into a hypnotic state several times a day. It is a time when your conscious mind
IT WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH A TOOL BOX OF COPING STRATEGIES THAT YOU CAN USE FOR THE BIG DAY (the analytical, rational mind), takes a step back and your subconscious (your feelings, memories, emotions and instincts) come more to the forefront. For example, when you are daydreaming or driving on a long journey and don’t remember anything about the journey.
HOW DOES HYPNOTHERAPY WORK? HOW CAN YOU BE MORE RELAXED?
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Listening to natal-hypnotherapy tracks can be one of the easiest ways to learn how to relax and breathe effectively during labour. The use of hypnosis is now recognised in the NHS as an effective tool to help women prepare for birth. The Chelsea and Westminster Hospital runs natal hypnotherapy workshops and the NHS recently funded a large trial into the use of hypnosis in birth (the Self Hypnosis Intrapartum trial), which was shown to significantly reduce anxiety and fear in women.
WHAT IS NATAL HYPNOTHERAPY? Natal hypnotherapy is a set of tools and techniques that women learn and practise through listening to hypnotherapy downloads, reading the Effective Birth Preparation book
practising natal hypnotherapy over and over you are laying all the groundwork before going into labour, so when labour actually begins, your mind and body instinctively know how to respond to contractions – by relaxing deeply, breathing effectively and just going with the sensations – just like your midwife would tell you to.
With intended hypnosis, you purposefully take yourself into a daydream-like state using music, soothing images and guided visualisation. You can do this yourself by just imagining being on a beach or beautiful garden and then indulging yourself in imagining your perfect birth scenario, or by listening to one of the Natal Hypnotherapy downloads. Once the critical and analytical part of your mind switches off, you become more receptive to positive suggestions and images, and therefore the more you listen to the tracks, the more likely these positive feelings will take hold. So by listening to the downloads, you will start to form confident, positive feelings towards the birth, learn effective triggers to help you relax and to cope with pain, and most importantly, learn how to turn fear into confidence. By
HOW TO GET STARTED Start by listening to one of the downloads. The full range takes you through your pregnancy to six weeks postnatal. They are half an hour long and all you have to do is close your eyes, listen and relax. The next step is to read the book. It is very practical with lots of exercises and techniques for you and your birthing partner. The third step is to attend a class to take your skills and practical learning to another level. The classes are especially good for birthing partners, to show them effective ways to help you stay calm. Finally, it is important to note that natal hypnotherapy is not just for those planning a drug-free birth. The tools can be used for any labour scenario including those wanting to have an epidural, needing an induction or caesarean section. The ultimate goal of natal hypnotherapy is to help you feel more positive, more in control and more confident about working with your body’s natural instincts, no matter what kind of birth you are planning. bh natalhypnotherapy.co.uk
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Etienne Horner Obstetrician and gynaecologist Over the recent months I have had many women asking me about tearing, or even stating that they do not want any tearing or cutting. How can I reply to this? My aim, like many expectant mothers, is to not perform an episiotomy (cut). But we also want to avoid any tears of the anal muscle. Most importantly, we don’t want to have a slow recovering baby due to the fact that I have not performed an episiotomy. In the ideal world there is no injury to the vagina when giving birth, but in reality there is often a tear or the need for an episiotomy. This may happen because delivery needs to speed up due to baby’s heartbeat not recovering or baby showing signs of distress. When performing an assisted delivery (using a ventouse or forceps) there is not always the need for an episiotomy, but often one is performed. With a forceps delivery, in most instances there is an episiotomy to save the anal muscle, as the blades from the forceps can lead to a third-degree tear. A lot depends on the position of the baby, too. If the baby is in an ideal position then there is less chance of tearing or need for cutting, but there is not much one can do to ensure baby is in an ideal position, you should expect all sorts of moving and changing of position while giving birth. The size of the baby doesn’t make a significant difference to tearing or cutting, but a woman’s tissue does make a difference. You can try to prepare your tissues with either perineal massage or by using a device called Epi-no: this is a small balloon which can be inflated to mimic the baby’s head and therefore stretch the perineum in preparation for delivery (start at around 37 weeks).
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PARTIAL WAKES
Deearna Withey Maternity nurse A partial wake is when baby has a sudden scream, cry or moans for up to a minute.
WHY DO THEY HAPPEN? When this happens do not worry, normally these will coincide with sleep cycle changes, or during a regression where your baby will be processing everything that has been learnt.
HOW OFTEN CAN THEY OCCUR? Anything up to 10 times during the night.
DO I NEED TO WAKE MY BABY UP DURING THIS PERIOD? No, your baby may appear to be awake but they will not normally know this is occurring. If the crying continues but eyes are closed I’d suggest you leave her. If eyes are open, lift baby and hold for two minutes then put back in the cot. 07585 118650 deearnas-maternity-agency.co.uk
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Personally, I always say that massage and/or Epi-no can only be beneficial. I never intend to perform an episiotomy if there is no need or no benefit to either the baby or the mother. However, if I feel the vaginal tissue is frail and not stretching well then an episiotomy is advantagous – without one a large, natural tear may occour and this (a perineal tear) can take twice as long to repair as as episiotomy tear. Let me assure you that the power of healing in both instances is generally very good. When the day comes, it depends on your tissue, how well the pushing can be controlled and the baby’s position. 07868 972920 etiennehorner.co.uk
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WELLBEING
hether you are absolutely knackered or feeling better than ever, we all do pregnancy – and the various stages – differently. In our first session of our Lulubaby antenatal courses, we take a little time to focus on you, how you are feeling and how you can enhance your health and wellbeing in the crucial few months and weeks before your baby is born. Here are some of our top tips.
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KEEP MOVING: Studies have shown that babies born to mothers who have exercised during pregnancy have babies with healthier heart rates and, naturally, being fit will help you cope during labour. It is important to listen to your body and take advice from your doctor as there are several circumstances where exercise is inadvisable. In addition, the hormone relaxin (great for stretching in labour), can make you more prone to injury – so be prudent. Strenuous exercise is not recommended, as you don’t want to divert blood flow from your baby to your skeletal muscles. The general guidance is that you should be able to carry on a conversation (even if a little puffed out) when exercising. In addition, we know that yoga and Pilates are wonderful forms of strengthening and relaxing exercise, which can be particularly beneficial during pregnancy (after 12 weeks).
convenience diet of ready-meals and sugary snacks. Nothing new there. But did you know that eating a diet rich in oily fish (or at the very least supplementing with important omegas) can have a positive impact on your mood? And research has shown that (taken with zinc) omegas can help reduce the chance of you developing postnatal depression. So oily fish is good for your mental wellbeing as well as physical health. In addition, make sure you have enough calcium and iron. Your baby will be taking calcium from you as it grows and your blood volume will be rapidly increasing (peaking at 40% higher than normal) diluting your blood cells, which is why pregnant women are more susceptible to anaemia. It can be very tricky to have the perfect diet, particularly if you are working full time, so do consider taking a good quality supplement such as Zita West’s pregnancy multivitamins (zitawest.com).
DOWN THERE: We urge mums to make time for pelvic floor exercises. If you need help or encouragement with that, try the new Elvie
DE-STRESS: Whether you are feeling exhausted, running after older children or working full time (or all three!), life can be stressful when you are also carrying a baby, and we know that chronic stress can have an impact on your baby’s weight and potential health. Taking time to look after yourself is not only good for you but also for your baby, so don’t feel self-indulgent for booking yourself into a relaxing pregnancy massage or reflexology session (both after 12 weeks). Alternatively, consider downloading a mindfulness app or reading a book. Even just taking a few deep breaths can make you feel a whole lot calmer at flash points in the day. Essentially, try and put aside time to relax – you and your baby will appreciate it!
ACUPUNCTURE: Many of our mums-tobe find acupuncture to be one of the most successful all-round treatments for general wellbeing. More research needs to be done, but some studies have shown acupuncture to help alleviate morning sickness, reduce back and pelvic girdle pain, improve sleep, help to turn breech babies and even reduce the second stage of labour. It can also help relax, de-stress and re-energise. Perfect! OSTEOPATHY: Don’t put up with pain and discomfort. Many pregnant women think that a sore back is to be expected. Yes, it is commonplace, but that doesn’t mean it is normal and should be endured. If you do find that your back is playing up, see your doctor and consider seeing an osteopath or physiotherapist for some treatment. Often back pain and pelvic girdle pain can be successfully treated and you will receive further tips on how to avoid it coming back in the future. It is really worth taking time to look after yourself; whether that means putting a little more thought into what you eat, uncluttering your diary, or booking some acupuncture. Birth and those early days with a newborn are hard enough, but if you are fit and healthy entering this next chapter, then you will be able to recover and cope more easily with all that having a new little baby entails. bh
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EAT WELL: It goes without saying that what you are putting inside you has a major impact on how you are feeling. We don’t like to preach, and for most mums it is common sense that having a varied diet, with plenty of protein and slow-releasing carbohydrates, will make you feel more energised than a
(elvie.com), a clever device you insert which tells you how you are doing on your phone app. These exercises will pay off as they will help prevent incontinence and prolapse (yes, as bad as it sounds, with your internal organs collapsing and eventually heading down the vagina) plus they will improve your sex life! As for your perineum, to help prevent tearing and episiotomy massage it with oil (from 34 weeks) or try the Epi-no, a device which can be gently blown up in order to stretch tissues (epi-no.com), making them less likely to tear on the big day (from 37 weeks).
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MUM- OF-TH R EE Becky Dickinson TACKLE S TH E M E SSY ISSU E OF POT T Y TR AINING ne of the most adorable things about having a baby is celebrating the milestones: first smile, first tooth, first steps. It doesn’t matter that babies have been accomplishing these feats for centuries, because when your baby does it they will seem like the most gifted child on the planet. Then there is the rite of passage that is memorable for all the wrong reasons: potty training. Introducing your child to their own bladder is not so much a milestone, more a hurdle that will threaten to push you and your washing machine to breaking point. Potty training normally happens between the ages of two and three. Don’t be intimidated by those smug parents who manage it before their child’s first birthday. Most of us have better things to do than spend every minute of the day watching for the first signs of a wee wiggle or a poo face. Also, if your child insists on wearing nappies after the age of three, don’t worry.
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“nappeeee”, I ended up making an emergency dash to the supermarket instead. Lesson number two: nobody wants to wear second-hand knickers. So a couple of months later, I embark upon the ‘exciting new pants’ approach and take my youngest daughter out for a spot of toddler lingerie shopping. “Ooh, look at these,” I say, holding up a packet of tiny pants decorated with Russian dolls. I wouldn’t mind some myself, except they only go up to age six. The Toddler, on the other hand, is not impressed. “Don’t want those!” she huffs. Then grabbing something from the rail opposite, she starts jumping up and down and shrieking: “Frozen ones!” Oh no! It’s bad enough that we have the film on repeat, please not the clothing too. Sighing at my daughter’s lack of taste, I put them in the basket. They are a) hideous in a way only Disney can manage, b) expensive, c) don’t come in a small enough size. But if it gets her out of nappies, who cares?
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“DO YOU NEED A WEE?” I START TO SOUND LIKE A BROKEN RECORD IN A UROLOGY DEPARTMENT Having already potty trained two children, I was hoping it would be a bit of a breeze the third time round. However, as I am continually discovering, previous qualifications don’t necessarily equip you for future children. Shortly after my daughter’s second birthday, I decided to go for it. Admittedly, this was due to a shopping oversight on my part. Lesson number one: running out of nappies is never a good reason to start potty training. After failing to convince her to try on a pair of pink spotty pants (a big sister hand-me-down) and listening to her impassioned wails of
Back at home, and she can’t wait to try on her new purchase. There’s something slightly disconcerting about seeing Elsa’s head on a two-year-old’s nether regions, but I try to ignore this minor detail. Not content with just one of the Frozen characters, she puts the whole lot on until she is wearing six pairs of pants – mainly the wrong way round. “Darling, you only need one pair,” I say gently. “You can wear a different pair tomorrow.” Who am
I kidding? Tomorrow? We’ll be lucky if those pants are still dry in half an hour. Once I’ve persuaded her to remove five pairs of pants, I spend the rest of the day asking: “Do you need a wee?” until even my own bladder wants to run away. The moment I stop asking, of course, is the moment she pees all over the carpet. Brilliant. By the fifth accident, I’m wondering if she’s actually taking the proverbial. I press on and stock up on more pants. Lesson number three: a Disney six-pack is never enough. The rest of the week is spent mopping up puddles (and worse) and pulling over in lay-bys. Lesson number four: car journeys and potty training are not a good combination. Meanwhile, I’m beginning to sound like a broken record in a urology department. I’m actually worried I may start asking total strangers if they need a wee, such is my fixation on bladder control. Despite this, my daughter continues to wee anywhere and everywhere. One afternoon, I bravely take her to a friend’s house. Thankfully it’s sunny so we can sit outside and I don’t have to worry about their carpet. But then I turn around just in time to see her pull down her leggings and piddle all over their new patio instead. At least she took her clothes off. I’m beginning to wonder if we should just give up. Then one evening, I walk into the bathroom to find my daughter actually sitting on the potty; without even being asked. She stands up, beams and points to the swishing contents. “A wee!” “What a clever girl!” I exclaim, smothering her in proud kisses. She’s a genius. It turns out even potty training is a milestone to be celebrated. All I had to do was stop asking. bh Next issue Becky tackles bath time.
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BATHING BABY Rebecca Moore TALKS TO IN DUSTRY E XPERTS TO TAKE TH E TER ROR OUT OF TIM E IN TH E TU B oing anything for the first time can be a little daunting, but add a newborn baby into the mix and even the calmest of parents can quake. “Bathing your baby for the first time can be nerve-wracking for new parents,” reassures Rebecca Maberly, co-founder of trusted parenting website doctoranddaughter.co.uk. “Your baby may seem tiny and fragile and you may be concerned about not doing it correctly, however it should be a lovely experience for all involved.” If your baby is full term and healthy then you may bath her as soon as you feel ready. “Do not feel rushed to bath your baby on her first day, or even her second, third, or fourth.
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Bear in mind that a baby does not sweat and get smelly like an adult, so do not worry about anyone thinking your unwashed baby is unclean,” explains Rebecca. Your baby may have traces of vernix on her skin (the waxy or cheese-like white substance found coating the skin of newborns), but this doesn’t need removing as it acts as your baby’s natural moisturiser. For the first week try topping and tailing your baby with some warm water and cotton wool starting from head to toe. All babies are different, some may love bathtime and some may take a while to get used to it. Check out Doctor and Daughter’s guide to get you started, over the page, and create happy splashing with our product edit.
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NASTY OR NICE? What you put on your baby’s skin is incredibly important if you want to maintain good hydration levels, which means cells are plump and able to defend against irritation and infection. Joanna Jensen, founder of baby and child toiletry brand Child’s Farm, shares her essential list of bath beauties and baddies.
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Doctor and Daughter share their step-bystep guide to bathing a newborn baby. Time: Choose a time when you are feeling relaxed and your baby is not too hungry or too tired. Your baby’s bathtime only needs to last a few minutes; water is very dehydrating on the skin. Place: It is fine to bathe your baby in your normal bath, but some people feel more comfortable using a small baby bath or tub. Temperature: Make sure that the room is warm and draft-free. The bath water should be about 37˚C. When testing it, this should feel warm, not hot. Frequency: You do not need to bath a newborn baby every day, but lots of people like to incorporate bathtime into their bedtime routine.
TECHNIQUE: 1: Run the bath to about 15cm deep. We suggest cleaning her face and bottom before
you put her in the bath. Lay a towel on the bath mat then lay the baby on top and take all her clothes off except her nappy and vest. 2: Remove her nappy and then wash her bottom and genitals with clean cotton wool. Watch out for wee and poo, babies often wee when they are cold or when their nappies have been removed. 3: Next remove her vest and then gently lower her into the bath using your hand to support her head and neck. The water should cover all of her body up to her neck so that she stays nice and warm. 4: Use your other hand to move the water around over her body, taking care not to splash her in the face. Do not scrub or rub your baby, just use your hand to gently swish water over her skin. 5: Lift her out of the bath after a few minutes, or earlier if she starts to cry. It is probably easiest to place her on the towel on the floor and then wrap her up quickly so she does not get cold. Carefully dry her all over, especially in her little creases and then put a clean nappy on before she wees on you.
Parabens, sodium lauryl sulphate and sodium laureth sulphate These common synthetic detergents can cause, or contribute to, skin irritation in sensitive skins. Petroleum jelly, mineral oil, DEA, MEA, TEA and isopropyl Mineral oils are a by-product of the petrochemicals industry and create a film over skin which is hard to remove. Fragrance Fragrance is very different from Parfum, as it will be made of many unnatural components – so avoid ‘fragrance’ and any colourant should be avoided, too, as many pigments can cause skin sensitivity. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) This can strip moisture from the skin, leaving it vulnerable to infection.
NICE Cocoa butter, shea butter and sunflower seed oil These are naturally moisturising, containing lots of vitamin E or tocopheroyl. From a plant or nut If you recognise the name from a plant or nut, then the chances are it is fine.
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ISLAND ESCAPE WHILE E XPEC TING BABY N UM BER T WO, EDITOR Kate Finney AND HER HUSBAND TAKE TH EIR DAUGHTER TO CR E TE, FOR TH EIR L AST HOLIDAY AS A FAMILY- OF-TH R EE
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itting on the EasyJet flight from Gatwick to Heraklion, I wondered what on earth had made me want to leave the comparative calm of my own home at a time like this. Being 28 weeks pregnant, and wrestling with a 22-month-old toddler in a confined space is perhaps one of the trickier situations I’ve found myself in, and that was before I attempted a mid-flight nappy change.
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However, I was determined to block out the events of the four-hour flight in order to get a much-needed dose of sunshine and the chance to spend some quality time with my husband Ben and daughter Martha, before baby number two appeared. But finding a holiday that was both babymoon- and toddler-friendly is no mean feat. We were after somewhere with a gentle beach with lots of shade, a family-friendly pool, a hotel with a restaurant that catered for toddlers and a creative kids’ club, as well as somewhere we could squint our eyes to block out all the children and feel like we were somewhere vaguely glamorous. We opted for Domes of Elounda, on the eastern side of Crete, with views out to the island of Spinalonga, made famous by Victoria Hislop’s novel The Island. The hotel is split into two sides: the main hotel with restaurant, adult pool and beach club, and the poolside half, which feels more like a contemporary design hotel, with family swimming pools and a selection of beautifully designed two- and four-bedroom villas, all with their own private pools and a lovely poolside restaurant.
Grabbing a juice at the local taverna in the nearby village of Plaka
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The idyllic view from the Royal Spa Villa
It’s all laid out to mirror a traditional Cretan village with winding paths and little cobbled roads, which is atmospheric but not so great for pushchairs! But there are eight golf buggies on hand to ferry you around – a huge hit with the children and a godsend to parents with babies – which helps to ease the journey between the two sections of the hotel. The write-up on Mr and Mrs Smith promised that children were ‘exceedingly welcome’ and it couldn’t have been more true. From the moment we arrived and our overtired toddler was given a refreshing drink and
THE HOTEL’S WINDING PATHS MIRROR A TRADITIONAL CRETAN VILLAGE a sticker book, to her favourite buggy driver presenting her with little flowers every time he picked us up, family is very much the focus at the hotel. Looking around, many of the other guests were either expecting number two, like us, or had a baby with them. Seeing the line-up of Bugaboo Cameleons on the beach, and watching frazzled fathers pushing prams up and down the boardwalk quickly became the norm, to the extent that I occasionally wondered whether this was NCT-on-tour. Another big benefit for us was that other guests were happy to turn a blind eye to toddler tantrums, and rather than cast disapproving looks it was a conversation opener or prompted weary smiles. The hotel’s kids’ club is cool and friendly, with lots of activities and makes a nice change from being out in the sunshine every day. And the teenager’s chill-out zone, in a very cool warehouse building with computer games and pool tables, attracts more than a few fathers there to ‘pick up’ the kids. For families with babies, the hotel’s kitchens can provide freshly-made purées as well as sterilisers, Brevi baby monitors, and cots and high chairs. Without a doubt, our favourite thing about Domes of Elounda was the beach-
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Kate and Martha take a dip in one of the heated children’s pools
side restaurant, Topos 1910, where we went most days for an early lunch. We happily ate traditional Greek salads and seafood, gazing out to sea, while Martha played on the beach or pottered on the decking. The food was spectacular, far better than the main buffet restaurants, and there were fewer babies in high chairs – offering a more grown-up feel. Our days passed in a happy blur of sandcastle-building, swimming, visits to the spa for wonderful pregnancy massages, overdosing on Greek salads and trips to local tavernas and markets. We chose to use the hotel as a base, however lots of families
I chatted to were happy to stay put and alternate between the beach club and the children’s pools. Far from being an oxymoron, babymooning with our toddler was the loveliest way to spend a few days together as a threesome. At the time it sometimes felt like a lot of hard work, but looking back now, we have so many happy memories and are so glad we took it on. As long as you go with realistic expectations, having a toddler in tow can enhance a holiday, and add a lot of fun, but definitely means early nights for all! bh Rooms at Domes of Elounda, Crete, start from £120 per night for a sea view suite, including breakfast and taxes. domesofelounda.com
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STRAWBERRY AND BANANA PURÉE SUITABLE FROM 6 MONTHS • MAKES 2 PORTIONS INGRE DIE NTS
150g strawberries, hulled and halved 2 small bananas, peeled and sliced 2 tbsp apple juice METHOD
• Measure all of the ingredients into a jug. • Blend until smooth using a hand blender.
CHICKEN, CHEESE AND TOMATO ON TOAST SUITABLE FROM 12 MONTHS • MAKES 8 FINGE RS INGRE DIE NTS
2 slices of wholemeal bread A knob of butter 50g cooked chicken, chopped 20g cheddar cheese, grated 1 tbsp snipped fresh chives 1 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tomato, deseeded and diced METHOD
• Preheat the grill. • Toast the bread in a toaster then butter one side and place it on a baking tray. • Mix the chicken, cheddar, chives, mayonnaise and tomato together and spread on top of the toast. • Grill until bubbling. Remove the crusts, then slice each toast into four strips.
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FOOD SWEET POTATO, SALMON AND TOMATO MASH SUITABLE FROM 6 MONTHS AS A PURÉ E OR FROM AROUND 7 OR 8 MONTHS MASHED • MAKES 4 PORTIONS INGRE DIE NTS
350g sweet potato, peeled and chopped 100g salmon fillet 4 tbsp milk 25g Parmesan cheese, grated 2 tomatoes, skinned and chopped 1 tbsp basil, chopped METHOD
• Cook the sweet potato in boiling water or steam for about 10 to 12 minutes or until soft, then drain and mash. • Put the salmon into a bowl, add the milk and cover with cling film. Make a few holes in the cling film and cook in the microwave for 1 ½ minutes until it is cooked through. • Flake into the mash and add the cheese, tomatoes and basil. Stir over the heat until the cheese has melted. You can mash again if your baby can’t yet cope with bigger lumps.
CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS SUITABLE FROM 9 MONTHS • MAKES 4 PORTIONS INGRE DIE NTS
15g butter 25g chopped onion 25g frozen peas 175ml chicken stock 65g quick-cooking couscous 50g diced cooked chicken METHOD
• Start by melting the butter in a saucepan and sauté the chopped onion until softened but not coloured. • Stir in the peas, pour over the stock, bring to the boil and cook for 3 minutes. • Stir in the couscous, remove from the heat, cover and set aside for 6 minutes. • Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix in the diced chicken. Serve and enjoy!
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Laura is looking a bit confused at this brief biology lesson, so I continue swiftly, “If you want to breastfeed, having a night nanny actually means you are likely to keep it up for longer – it can be really hard to maintain breastfeeding overnight and yet in the early days it’s so important.” Laura is nodding now. So I tell her, “However, we need to be sure that Polly has had a good feed and not just dozed off on the breast. So I can watch Polly feed, and you might even fall asleep yourself while that’s happening – that’s not a problem! Then I will let you fall back to sleep while I wind her, change her nappy and calmly settle her for the next few hours’ sleep.” A newborn will need to feed as often as she wants, but as the weeks pass, she’ll develop her routine. My job is to work to facilitate this so the hours of sleep can gradually lengthen. “If I can get Polly into a night-time pattern that suits her, she will naturally follow this over the next few months,” I explain. “I can come two nights each week to keep things on track and give you a couple of nights a week where you aren’t the person in charge, or I can come five nights a week if you need me – my aim is to give you the support you want, and when you want it. And if you know someone else has responsibility for Polly, you will sleep so much better, even if you are being woken several times a night to breastfeed. If you are expressing or you decide to move to formula, you will really benefit from a good night’s sleep as I won’t have to wake you up at all!” “That sounds great.” Laura’s face has brightened, “but what about all the things that don’t happen overnight?” I tell her that I am always available at the end of the phone during the day, although I may not get back to her immediately. “I need to catch up on my own sleep, but I will always return your call within a few hours. Although I am focusing on Polly overnight, nothing happens in isolation and her daytime behaviour is just as important. So I will write a Sleep Diary each time I come, and if you can add to it, we will have a complete picture which will help us both.” bh For more information on Night Nannies in your local area contact: georgie@nightnannies.com | nightnannies.com
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MEET THE HEAD How would you describe the ethos of your school? At Wykeham House School we endeavour to be the very best school we can be. We are specialists in single-sex education with separate boys’ and girls’ schools. Both schools offer vibrant communities with an excitement for learning. Curiosity is encouraged, emerging talents are nurtured and we promote our pupils’ success in every endeavour. Consequently, we have bright, happy and confident children who like to explore the world around them, value each other’s individuality and work together effectively. What can you tell us about the school’s history? In 2013, Wykeham House School celebrated its centenary. During the centenary year, we looked back over the 100 years to give
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HELEN CUTHBERT Wykeham House Junior Girls’ School We talk to the head of this independent Hampshire day school in Fareham
our girls an insight into life at Wykeham House in the past. Naturally many teaching methods have changed with the benefits of new technologies, however much about the school has remained the same. Pupils are still encouraged to strive to be the best they can be, much emphasis is put upon courtesy, concern for others, being a valuable part of a community, and making the most of each opportunity. Looking over
the school’s history it is clear that the energy, sense of fun and warm atmosphere has been at the school since the start. How do you help ensure every student achieves their potential? We work hard to ensure the girls have all the tools they need to succeed during their educational career and beyond. Our classes are kept small so that all teachers know the children well and teaching can be tailored to enable each child to achieve the best they can and every success is celebrated. Many pupils enjoy extra-curricular activities including music, drama and sport. In this lively, creative environment we offer a well-structured academic journey so our juniors move on to the Senior School ready for the demands of a modern education.
What kind of feedback does the school receive? Our parents enjoy seeing their children motivated, happy, confident and achieving their potential. The family atmosphere and the sense of community is frequently commented upon and the friendships that are made often last a lifetime. Where do you see Wykeham House School in the future? Both the girls’ and boys’ schools will continue to grow; with our separate schools being on sites very close to each other it means we can offer parents the benefits of single-sex education while dropping their children at the same site. With the two schools coming together for some of the extra-curricular activities, they learn to work together outside of the classroom. As a school, we will continue to provide excellent facilities and new technology while maintaining our traditions and values. bh 01329 280178 office@wykehamhouse.com wykehamhouse.com
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How long have you been working at Wykeham House School? I moved to Wykeham House School and took up my position of head of the Junior Girls’ School two years ago.
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A giant production your little ones will love
Jack and the Beanstalk
Baby & Toddler Show
THE LIGHTS West Street, Andover SP10 1AH 01264 368368 thelights.org.uk
SANDOWN PARK Portsmouth Road, Esher, Surrey KT10 9AJ babyandtoddlershow.co.uk
Fee Fi Fo Fum! LYNGO children’s theatre company present their take on this classic fairytale with lots of surprises, a gripping story and beautiful images. It’s a show for little people (and their giants) with something for everyone – enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold plus a big, leafy explosion. Admission: £6.50. Wednesday 28 October, 11am.
This is the ultimate event for new and expectant parents in the South East – and Baby Hampshire will be there! As well as many experts and over 150 top baby brands, there is free parking, bump- and babyfriendly facilities and it’s easy to get to from London. Admission: adult £10, grandparents £7, child free. Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September. Friday: 10am to 4pm. Weekend: 10am to 5pm.
Mister Maker and The Shapes Live! THE KINGS THEATRE Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2Q J 023 9282 8282 kingsportsmouth.co.uk CBeebies’ Mister Maker will be bringing arty fun for all the family in his first ever livetheatre tour! Packed full of arts and crafts adventures, there’ll be a big ‘make’ to take part in, super songs to join in with, a fabulous supporting cast, and not forgetting, The Shapes! Admission: adult £13, child £10. Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October, 10am and 1pm.
Halloween Half Term FINKLEY DOWN FARM Andover, SP11 6NF 01264 324141 finkleydownfarm.co.uk Finkley Down Farm turns spooky for Halloween. Celebrate with Silly Scott’s Halloween Show, the Winding Witches Trail, a giant indoor playbarn and pumpkin carving. The farmyard animals will even get into the spirit with sheep racing, pony rides and more. Every child in fancy dress will receive a treat. Admission: adults £9.45, child £8.45, under-twos free. Saturday 24 to Saturday 31 October, 10am to 6pm.
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Pinocchio comes to life
Join in the fun with Kitty
Art inspired by nature
Pinocchio
Spooky Castle
Scarecrow Festival
Spellbinding Staunton
WEST END CENTRE Queens Road, Aldershot GU11 3JD 01252 330040 hants.gov.uk/westendcentre
CARISBROOKE CASTLE Castle Hill, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 1XY 03703 331181 english-heritage.org.uk
COLDEN COMMON COMMUNITY CENTRE Winchester SO21 1UU 01962 712477 coldencommoncc.co.uk
STAUNTON COUNTRY PARK Middle Park Way, Havant PO9 5HB 023 9245 3405 hants.gov.uk
Don’t miss this enchanting piece of children’s theatre from one of the UK’s best loved puppeteers. With a wonderfully inventive use of shadows, props, illusion and music Steve Tiplady uses the objects of a carpenter’s workshop to bring Pinocchio to life. Admission: £6.50. Saturday 5 September, 2.30pm.
Prepare to be scared on this spooky Halloween adventure for families. Create your own terrifying Halloween crafts, wander the grounds with the Victorian ghost hunters and discover the grizzly deaths of those in the graveyard. With a great costume competition. Admission: see website. Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, 10am to 4pm.
Embrace the autumn and venture around the village on a scarecrow trail with chocolate treats. Discover your creative side, enjoy arts and crafts, and then settle down to listen to a story. Plus marvel at the scarecrow competition entries. Admission: child £3.50. Saturday 10 October, 1pm to 4pm.
Have lots of magical fun at the Park with a witches and wizards trail and spell-scavenger hunt. Plus creepy crafts, face painting and spooky storytelling. Admission: normal admission. Small fee for some activities. Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, 10.30am to 3pm.
Apple Weekend
Hello Kitty Live
Dinosaurs in Your Garden
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Mottisfont is hosting an exciting weekend of Land Art, suitable for all ages. Help create a natural piece of art, radiating out from some of Mottisfont’s magnificent trees. Admission: normal entry applies. See website for details. Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October, 11am to 3pm.
Celebrate the harvest with fun activities for all the family. Sample and learn about the delicious fruits of the Victorian Osborne estate. Follow an autumnal trail through the garden and grounds. Admission: see website. Saturday 24 to Monday 26 October, 10am to 4pm.
Dance, sing and join in the fun with Kitty and her friends in this story of talent, friendship and a passion for creativity. With terrific costumes and a sparkling soundtrack. A must for Hello Kitty fans. Admission: see website. Thursday 29 October, 10.30am and 2pm.
Discover how large meat-eating dinosaurs evolved into modern birds, their nearest living relatives. Examine feathers, claws, teeth, eggs and more. Other ‘roarsome’ events including a family workshop. Admission: see website. Saturday 10 October to Saturday 5 December.
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OUT AND ABOUT See this infectiously entertaining show
Rosie’s magic horse
Halloween at the zoo
Here Be Monsters THEATRE ROYAL Jewry Street, Winchester SO23 8SB 01962 840440 theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Join the villainous Captain Cut-Throat and his fearsome crew as they set sail through monster-infested waters in search of a mysterious island crammed with jewels. A thrilling new musical adventure. Admission: adult £13, child £12. Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, 11.30am and 2pm.
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MARWELL ZOO Thompsons Lane, Winchester SO21 1JH 01962 777407 marwell.org.uk Come dressed as your favourite Halloween spook and celebrate at Marwell Zoo. Design a pumpkin, watch the animals enjoy some pumpkin treats, visit some real creepy crawlies and join the Marwell witch for some spooky storytelling. Admission: adult £19, child £15 and under-twos go free. Saturday 24 to Saturaday 31 October, 10am to 5pm.
The Hollywood Special Effects Show THE KINGS THEATRE Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2Q J 023 9282 8282 kingsportsmouth.co.uk This interactive and explosive family show takes you behind the scenes of your favourite films to discover the secrets of creating movie magic. Come face-to-face with gruesome sci-fi monsters, feel the heat from spectacular explosions or take on apocalyptic weather. Admission: see website. Thursday 8 October, 7pm.
Half Term Hauntings BEAULIEU Brockenhurst SO42 7ZN 01590 612345 beaulieu.co.uk Visit one of Britain’s most haunted places. Listen to spooky stories from costume guides, take a lucky dip in the witch’s cauldron and take a ride on the moan-a-rail – if you are brave enough! Don’t forget to follow the Halloween quiz trail. Admission: see website. Monday 24 to Sunday 1 November, 10am to 5pm.
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Don’t miss the multi-award winning global phenomenon that is Stomp! Using everyday household items, from paint cans and pipes to bin lids and brooms. Energetic performers fuse dance, percussion and comedy to create a feel-good rhythmic spectacular, in this infectiously entertaining show. Admission: see website. Tuesday 20 to Saturday 24 October, various times.
For fun with a little bit of fright: creep down the corridors of the Halloween Grotto, visit the Magic Show or board the Halloween Train to learn some freaky facts about birds. Plus face painting and arts and crafts. Admission: usual park entry. Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, 11am to 4pm.
Rosie’s Magic Horse THE LIGHTS Andover SP10 1AH 01264 368368 thelights.org.uk The perfect family treat, join Little Rosie and Stickerino the magic horse on an adventure like no other with ice-lolly mountains, caskets of gold, and scurvy pirates in this heartwarming tale. Admission: prices vary, see website for details. Saturday 19 September, 11am.
Wizard Weekend at the Watercress Line MID HANTS RAILWAY Station Road, Alresford SO24 9JG watercressline.co.uk The Watercress Line transforms into a place of magic and mischief this Halloween. Walk the very steps of Harry Potter when he received his Hogwarts Express ticket from the film. Join in the crafts, face painting, magic shows and activities. Admission: adult £17, child £9. Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October.
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Visit the Portsmouth Museum for educational fun this September. Children aged two and below can explore the elements in a unique multisensory environment, braving the wintery winds and storms in a journey inspired by literary hero Edward Lear’s The Jumblies. Admission: free. Book ahead. Wednesday 2 September. See website for times.
Celebrating the 15th anniversary of Charlie and Lola, the National Trust’s Mottisfont is featuring 50 original art works from Lauren Child’s personal collection. Visitors will also get a sneak preview of the illustrations for Lauren’s new book, One Thing. Admission: adult £12.60, child £5.85, family, £29.25. Running until 6 September.
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THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3LJ 023 9283 9766 historicdockyard.co.uk All aboard! Take your little explorer down to the National Museum of the Royal Navy for Naval-themed arts and crafts, songs, stories and water play. Admission: free. Friday 23rd October, 11am to 12pm.
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NUFFIELD THEATRE University Road, Southampton SO17 1TR 023 8067 1771 nuffieldtheatre.co.uk Sing-a-long to your favourite nursery rhymes and watch them come to life in Sea Legs Puppet Theatre’s fabulous show. Puppets, fantastic scenery and lots of music and singing in a show created for little peeps. Admission: £6. Saturday 24 October, 11am and 2pm.
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Award-winning classes for mini ballerinas across Hampshire Join the fun at these award-winning classes in Hampshire, with venues across Southampton, Portsmouth and Romsey. The nation’s favourite babyballet classes offer a magical introduction to ballet and dance for boys and girls aged six months to five years. Taught by qualified and friendly teachers, they offer a range of classes including: Tots (six to 18 months), Tinies (18 months to three years), Mini Movers (three to four years) and Combined Ballet and Tap (four plus). Special Offer: three-week introductory courses for just £10 by quoting ‘Baby Hampshire’ when booking. Karen 07983 000943 chichester@babyballet.co.uk babyballet.co.uk
Classes for babies from birth to 24 months Written by speech and language therapists, Sing and Sign run awardwinning classes that teach through music and specially produced songs that target important words using musical instruments, props and pictures, which can also be used by parents to sign at home. Sing and Sign Babes uses music, sensory stimulation and basic signing to help build the framework for good communication. For classes in Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandler’s Ford and Totton: Heidi 07778 064016 For classes in Fareham, Hedge End, Gosport, Portsmouth and Southsea: Carrie 07902 474218 For email addresses see website: singandsign.com
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Venues located across Hampshire Enjoy the experience of teaching your baby to swim with leading baby swimming experts Water Babies. They’ll give you all the skills and support you will need to get your baby started. Water Babies has created a course that will teach your child core life skills, confidence in the water and, ultimately, the ability to swim. From birth to four years old, the unique programme is structured and dynamic, yet flexible, gentle and completely centred on your little one’s individual needs. The classes are fun, innovative and led by some of the most highly-skilled instructors in the world. 01794 324353 humptydumpty@waterbabies.co.uk waterbabies.co.uk
Classes held in Chichester, Petersfield, Horndean, Havant and other locations opening for summer 2015 Diddi Dance are the only pre-school dance programme for girls and boys to cover 14 different dance styles including hip hop, salsa, disco and Bollywood. Classes are 45 minutes long and help toddlers with coordination, rhythm and gross motor skills, as well as boosting confidence through repetition and fun. The reputable dance classes have been making little ones move for 10 years. Private parties and nursery sessions are also available. To book your free trial, contact your local Diddi Dancer. 07767 702444 louise.martin@diddidance.com diddidance.com
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BILINGUASING Award-winning Spanish music classes for babies and young children (birth to eight) across the South of Hampshire BilinguaSing classes are tailored according to each child development stage. Songs are based on familiar nursery rhymes with a Spanish twist and are accompanied with fun movements and props to stimulate their senses. They run after-school clubs and work with nurseries and pre-schools, too. Current locations are Winchester, Chandler’s Ford, Hedge End and Whiteley with more locations coming soon! No prior Spanish needed, so why not join in and learn a new language as your little one does? Lourdes 07736 253375 lourdes@bilinguasing.com bilinguasing.com
GET CREATIVE AT THE POTTERY CAFÉ Between Alresford and Alton Come along to the Pottery Café, where you can enjoy a relaxed afternoon while decorating your own bespoke bisque pottery. It’s the ideal choice for parties, whether it’s a child’s birthday party, or opening late for groups. They specialise in baby footprints and children’s handprints – keep those memories alive forever on a mug, plate or jug. All for just a £5 studio fee per person, with items starting from just £4. The Pottery Café have their kilns on site and items will be ready for collection within 10 days. Just off the A31 between Alresford and Four Marks with ample free parking. 01420 561645 thepotterycafe.co.uk
NEW MONKEY MUSIC CLASSES Chichester, Havant and Petersfield Award-winning music classes for babies and pre-schoolers from three months to four years opening in Chichester, Havant and Petersfield. Sessions are fun, educational and a great way to make new friends. Each class is grouped according to age and introduces children to music in an easy-to-understand and enjoyable way. With a curriculum developed over 20 years and small class sizes, they offer top-quality music classes taught by specialists who gently encourage social and musical skills while nurturing a lifetime love of music. Emma 023 9400 0226 chichester.petersfield@monkey music.co.uk monkeymusic.co.uk
BABY BALLET, TODDLER BALLET AND INDEPENDENT BALLET CLASSES £60 per 12 class term At Starz Ballet Babes, there’s a fun class syllabus with lessons specific to each age group from babies right up to seven years. Boys and girls learn to dance under the direction of a qualified dance teacher. Each onehour session includes a 30 minute fun but structured ballet class plus 30 minutes of free play, with hot and cold refreshments for everyone. With 50 classes each week across Hampshire, why not book your free trial? They also offer ballet parties for only £65. 0333 1234 140 Local rate balletbabes@starzacademyuk.com facebook.com/starz.ballet starzacademyuk.com
SWIMMING LESSONS Classes in Horndean Rusalka in one of the South’s finest and highly-accredited private swim schools, and is the only swim school in Hampshire to achieve the ASA ‘Aquamark’ Centre of Excellence status. A caring family business, Rusalka has two superb, purpose-built swimming pool complexes, providing top level swimming tuition and water confidence for babies (from three months upwards), children and adults. In 2007, swim teacher Yulia won the ASAs UK National Swim Teacher of the Year award. Rusalka also has an experienced in-house underwater cameraman to capture your little one’s swimming triumphs! 023 9259 4449 rusalkaswim@btopenworld.com rusalkaswim.com
FOREIGN LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Classes run across Hampshire A brand new pre-school and toddler programme aimed at the under-fives which offers fun and educational sessions that will take youngsters on a foreign language and cultural learning experience, through music, dance and storytelling. The sessions are designed to promote the importance of language skills and cultural awareness from an early age as well as improving social skills and enabling children and parents alike to have plenty of fun. Globe Tots is expanding and is also looking for instructors, if you would like to get involved, please enquire to find out more. 07796 936041 info@globefit.co.uk globefit.co.uk
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How did you end up training in acupuncture? I suffered postnatal depression after giving birth to my son, Jack, and although my doctor was fantastic, he could only offer me antidepressants, which I didn’t want to take. I researched alternative therapies and came across acupuncture. It had a huge impact on me, so I decided to train in five-element acupuncture. Many women experience common ailments in pregnancy such as morning sickness, but are reluctant to take medication, so acupuncture caters to that group. I believe that acupuncture also has a role to play for those women trying to conceive.
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ZITA WEST
We talk pregnancy, babies and business with the midwife and founder of the holistic fertility clinic Studies show that acupuncture may help to regulate the menstrual cycle, reduce stress by helping the release of endorphins, and improves blood circulation to the reproductive organs.
every aspect of a couple’s profile – medical, nutritional, lifestyle, psychological and emotional – all of which can affect one’s ability to conceive or the success of an IVF cycle.
Why did you change career to specialise in fertility? It seemed to me a natural progression. Following my training in acupuncture, I also studied nutrition and saw how nutritional deficiencies can impact on fertility and pregnancy. I wanted to bring all these strands together so I created the Zita West Clinic. Our world-renowned medical director, Dr George Ndukwe, brings in the latest medical developments allowing us to cover
Has your own experience of childbirth affected your work? I gave birth to my daughter, Sofie, in Oman where I was working as a midwife at the time. It was a very simple, local hospital and through my work and giving birth there, I really understood how to be with a woman in labour, away from the highly technical environment of UK hospitals. Also, the aforementioned complementary therapies I had following my postnatal depression, profoundly affected my career.
Why did you choose to launch your own range of vitamins and supplements? Through my work with thousands of couples, it became apparent that there was a need for a supplement that boosted key nutrients important for fertility, pregnancy and for postnatal support. There was nothing on the market that was specifically designed to provide the range of nutrients needed for each of the distinct stages of reproduction or pregnancy, such as the different requirements of each trimester. I have also recently designed a multivitamin and multibiotic powder specifically for children. Are your patients receptive to the holistic approach? Yes, they absolutely love the fact that we don’t just focus on any underlying medical issues, but ensure that they give themselves the best chance of conceiving. We offer a plan of action that covers anything that could affect their fertility, or chances of a having a successful IVF cycle. bh zitawest.com
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Why did you go into midwifery? I grew up surrounded by my mother’s friends, who were all nurses and midwives. When I went into midwifery, having a baby was highly medicalised and I was keen to explore a deeper, more holistic approach to childbirth and extend that to preconception, too. I learnt that being with a person on every level – mind, body and spirit – is invaluable.
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