This month
Is everything going
in your baby’s mouth?
Are you ready? Movement is
upon us! Whether that is rolling,
scooting, crawling or your baby’s
own unique combination, get
ready to see your baby on the
move in the next few weeks!
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As teething picks up, chances are she’s
chewing on everything to get some comfort.
Babies also learn about textures and shapes
by giving things a chew, so keep an eye on
what’s being nibbled and make sure nothing
too small makes its way into their mouth.
Your baby at
seven months
Mom’s corner
This new job of looking after baby is wonderful
– but exhausting, particularly now that baby is
more active. Making time to look after yourself
is so important. Eat healthily, give yourself
some time off and don’t forget to make time for
your relationship too. If you haven’t already, try
to find a friend or family member who can come
in and babysit for you – even if it’s just an hour
so you can go for a walk and clear your head.
Q&A
My husband and I are vegetarian and
weaning my daughter to this point
has been straightforward with a good
mix of fruits and vegetables. I won’t be
introducing meat and fish to her diet,
so what can I use instead?
Getting good quality protein (usually
found in meat, fish and dairy foods) is just
as important for vegetarians, so try to
include pulses (lentils, split peas, etc) and
legumes (chickpeas, beans, etc) in your
daughter’s diet. For more information
on weaning a vegetarian child,
visit www.eumom.ie
Don’t forget!
If you are getting ready to go back to work,
remember to notify your employer in writing one
month in advance of your intention to return. For
more information, visit www.citizensinformation.ie
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