There are thing to get sorted in terms of baby necessities, products and equipment. Should your bottle or breast feed, should I but a combination crib or a single? These are just some of the many questions you will need to address. The question of breast feeding is a purely personal one for the mother to be. There is no doubt all of the medical experts will tell you that breast milk is the best starter for your growing baby. Breast milk will give your new born baby the best start in terms of nutrients, vitamins minerals for building up their immune system.

Should I breast or bottle feed?

Breast feeding doesn’t work for all new moms and it can be frustrating and difficult for new mom’s who can get the hang of breast feeding and might feel that they have failed in some way, not all mom’s breast feed and the best formulas on the market will provide all of the necessary nutrients for your growing baby. Mom’s milk will help to illuminate any gastrointestinal problems. The emotional and financial bonuses are evident as you get to bond with your new born baby and you can save money on expensive formulas. A breast pump will mean you can be more independent with your feeding routine and dad can also feed breast fed babies which is a plus all round.


How to use a breast pump correctly? The breast pump is a great invention for a mom who needs a lot more independence in terms of feeding, as they are less restricted and tend to have to be on hand to feed baby themselves. The idea is basically that breast milk is suctioned from the pump after it is placed on the breast into a bottle or container. The suction process should be painless and effortless or you might be doing something wrong. 10 to 15 minuets are all that is needed on each breast. The suction on the pump won’t be as strong as the action of a baby’s mouth. It is possible to place both pumps on at the same time. Breast milk should be refrigerated within 45 minuets.


What formula to choose?

This is frequently asked question for moms new to feeding. There are a multitude of feeding formulas on the market from Farley’s, SMA, Gerber, Cow and Gate, Aptamil, Enfami to name but a few. For the more hungry babies their re stronger richer formulas like (SMA Gold). Breast feeding doesn’t have to be a along term commitment as the first few weeks of a babies life are the most important in terms of getting the essential nutrients. There is a variety of feeding preparations powdered milk, concentrated formula and Ready made formulas fro convenience. The ready made formulas in pouches are more expensive
than the powdered variety.


What kind of diaper should I choose?

The choice of diaper is a personal one and might be dictated by family preference midwifes advice or personal choice. Cloth diapers are a choice for some Eco-friendly parents who are aware of their environmental effect and know that by using cloth diapers they can be reused without packaging and the need for disposal. The sterilisation of cloth diapers are time consuming as they need to be thoroughly sterilised washes and dried.



Organic cotton diapers with a breathable material with handy Velcro fastening tapes instead of old fashioned safety pins.Higgies, Pampers, Kirkland, Seventh generation, Earth’s best and Luvs are just some of the brand names on the market. Disposable diapers are convenient for busy parents with shaped contoured material with breathable lining and snug fit for legs, bums and tummies. Organic cotton diapers are a favourite for a lot of parents the breathable material with soft cotton material for a snug fit and a gentle sent to eliminate odours.



Diapers start at new born up to toddler pull up pants for the bigger child. There are colourful diapers for both genders to make potty training a fun exercise for both toddler and parents alike. Older toddlers will be conscious of bed wetting so it is important to have pull up diaper that is similar to pants for both boys and girls to spare their little blemishes and avoid accidents at bed time. There are diapers to suit all levels of children’s progress and all ages and sizes for bigger toddlers and babies.



Choosing the best baby furniture on the market?

Getting the baby nursery furniture right is very important and a sleep enhancing environment that is clean, sound, safe and comfortable will mean your baby will have a restful night sleep and a lovely place to play. The décor is important the colour on the walls and the accessories wall art curtains versus black out blind etc. he crib is probably the first singularly important item you will buy for your newborn after the bassinette. The crib will need to safe, sturdy, durable and comfortable the style and design is less important in the large scheme of things.


The mattress will need to be of a synthetic material as not to hold on to moisture and remain sturdy for back and limb support for growing babies. Organic materials and chemical free products are important for a susceptible new born. Furniture sets in terms of wardrobes, tall boys or changing tables are a personal choice depending on the amount of space available and the budget restrictions. A combination crib changing table with drawer space or a portable space saving changing table set to the wall in variations of wood, metal or MDF will provide a multitude of choice for parents.