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  1. BCG Confession. I was very nervous about the BCG for mine since I heard it was rather nasty, and I never had one. I had some EMLA cream in the house that I had used on him before for another purpose, so I knew he would not react to it. I put it on his arm in advance of the injection. He didn't even wince when they put the needle in. He did cry out a little after a few seconds, but nothing compared to the crying I heard from other babies. It definitely lessened the pain for him. I did also confer with my mother in law who is a nurse who couldn't see a problem using it on the vaccination site. I should add that when I saw most of the other babies come out of the room after their vaccinations, they were fine and easily distracted. I think they forgot about it very soon after. I was more nervous than was needed, but do not regret my decision to use the cream since it clearly made it a less painful experience. -A
  2. There's the Wed singing session at Dulwich Library and the Busy Bees sessions on Weds and Fri's at the Horniman. Both are free. -A
  3. If he could play at least grade 5 it might be OK. We always need violins! I could check with the conductor. Rehearsals are on Monday nights from 8-10PM though. Is that too late for a 10 year old? -A
  4. How old is your son? I am a member of an orchestra is Streatham that rehearses on Monday nights. It's a community orchestra not a youth orchestra, but we have had players as young as 16.
  5. Agree with above - they don't keep themselves entertained for very long at that age. It is useful to have a variety of toys - you could always check the charity shops for inexpensive ones. But I found he was just as easiy entertained with a lot of touchy-feely stuff at that age. Lots of raspberries, pretending I was eating him, tickling his face with my hair etc. . . Feet are an endless source of entertainment. He loved when I would play with his feet by clapping them together etc. Still does at 8 mos! It was all very physical and rather exhausting! -A
  6. Thanks to all and especially BellendenBear. That sounds like a great service and I had no idea they do that. In fact, I was just at the Health Visitor on Friday for my son's 8 month check up and she didn't mention it. I will definitely enquire. Interesting that they include a fire blanket on their list. I would never have thought of that although I have often thought that I should get a fire extinguisher. It's great that they do a full safety assessment. Don't know why they don't publicise this more! Thanks for the suggestions about door hinges. Wouldn't have thought of that either! -A
  7. Many thanks for the tips! Think I'll start by moving stuff out of reach (which urgently need to do) and then see what I need as he starts making trouble. Has anyone found corner protectors that do stay on? That's the think I'm actually most worried about because our TV stand has some pretty nasty corners, as does our bedframe. -A
  8. You can always get a moses basket to keep in your room for the beginning, and there are also co-sleepers that are designed to attach to the side of your bed. -A
  9. And it begins . . . Where is the best place to purchase such things (e.g. corner protectors, outlet plugs, etc.) and what do you reckon are essential? I already have a gate. Thanks in advance for your advice, -A
  10. I also used a cot that can be put next to the bed with the side down for night time feeding - but mine doesn't convert to a bed. Had I seen that one, I would have opted for it. Anyway, I've enjoyed being able to put the cot next to my bed. Regarding the Stokke one - it looks small but be careful. My friend moved house and assembled it in her daughter's bedroom thinking that they could easily move it between their room and her room. Unfortunately, it doesn't fit through the doorframe so they would have to disassemble it to move it! -A
  11. Sophie, Thanks for organising and lovely to meet the ladies, the bumps and the other babes there today. Best wishes to all, -A
  12. I freeze cooked thinks that were previously frozen when uncooked all the time. Never had a problem. -A
  13. In my searching so far, a nanny is significantly more expensive than a childminder. Would love to know where you are finding your nanny quotes! -A
  14. The short answer is - anything she'll eat! No honey (apparently there can be pollen in it which is dangerous), watch the salt - don't add any and keep it low, and no cow's milk before 1 year. Those seem to be the general rules. As her dexterity improves you can give smaller and smaller pieces. Oh yes - and no nuts due to the choking hazard. My baby is also entirely self-fed. Cream cheese and regular cheese are both fine - just keep a check on the salt. I've given him all sorts of eggs (not runny). Also with toast I've done avacado (I don't mush it up too much - just scoop it out and then mash it right onto the bread) and hazelnut butter. The hazelnut butter I found in SMB foods and use it instead of peanut butter only because it has no salt. He's not crazy about baked beans just yet, but yesterday he ate some kidney beans I had mixed in with some onions and peppers for fajitas. Fajitas are great because he loves courgette, red onion, and broccoli which I generally put in. He also loves to suck and chew on strips of steak and lamb and to suck on chicken and meat bones! Tomatoes are also a favourite because he sucks the mushy stuff and then spits out the skin. I'll either give him a quartered tomato or cherry tomato cut in half. Same principle with grapes and cucumbers - I give either circle or half moon shapes and he sucks out the middle. Last week he went crazy for kiwi. With pineapple, I also give him the skin after I've cut it and he loves to hold it and suck off the remaining pineapple. Same thing with mango stones. My husband and I have a pretty varied, healthy diet and we love to cook, so we've never really used any of the baby food recipie books. Basically, I just give him whatever we're eating or a more appropriate version of it (e.g. taking out a portion for him before adding salt for ourselves, giving him the fajita stuff separately rather than wrapped in a tortilla). Don't be afraid to try just about anything and see how she gets on. Have fun. I LOVE watching my son enjoy food. -A
  15. Hi Princess, You can count me in assuming it's OK to bring the infant! -Amanda
  16. I took the evening yoga class at esph. Can't remember what day of the week it was now. You can pay as you go or buy a block of 5. If you don't use them all you can always use them on the post-natal classes!
  17. Busy Bees at the Horniman on Weds and Fris are great. -A
  18. Sorry - seeing this a bit late. When you say morning, what time are you talking about? If not freakishly early I could be up for a picnic at Horniman gardens, triangle, or Dulwich Park. -A
  19. No worries. As for the work/feet up balance, I understand that having your own business must have a lot of constraints. You might want to consider starting to think now about what you will do in the months to come (maybe hiring temporary help, getting other family members to help out?) because the second trimester is the golden time. I remember thinking I was fine and quite mobile, and then suddenly realised that a 10 min uphill walk was taking me half an hour! And that was without SPD or any other complications. Hope it all works out and glad to see much more helpful posts than mine above. -A
  20. Hi Benjaminty, I've never had a pregnancy massage, but I've had all sorts of massages and alternative treatments over the years (osteo, chiro, accupuncture . . . ). I can't say for certain, but I'm willing to bet that a pregnancy massage is more for relaxation and light muscle fatigue rather than the more serious suffering your wife seems to be enduring. It sound to me like she should go through your GP or midwife to get a proper diagnosis and treatment, which may very well be physiso. Additionally, it sounds like there is an issue that needs to be addressed at her work place. Her employer is legally obligated to perform a safety risk assessment for risks to preganant women, and such risks include standing on your feet for long hours. They should find a temporary alternative assignment for her and if that's not possible, she can be relieved from her duties on full pay. See the following and go from there: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Moneyandworkentitlements/WorkAndFamilies/DG_10026556 I hope this gets resolved for her ASAP. She shouldn't have to spend everyday in agony and tears, jeaopardising her and the baby's health! Best wishes, -A
  21. Not sure about toddlers, but the Wagamama's in Covent Garden was brilliant with my baby who was 7 months at the time. -A
  22. There's Gabriel's Wharf where there are a few touristy overpriced places, but on the upside the area is like a courtyard so minikatsu can run around outside in your field of view. Giraffe or Wagamama's are always good comprimises - though maybe not Wagamama's if you truely are a Katsu Queen! -A
  23. Hi David, You mentioned fruit trees and berry plants this year. Any suggestions on where to source them? Thanks, -A
  24. Agree with posts above on growbags for newborns. They're jsut so much easier than doing all those poppers up! Also, do you have a lot of family and friends who will be getting you gifts? I found that I got a lot of receiving blankets as gifts and never even opened the one blanket I bought. Since it will be summer, I wouldn't go too crazy on buying blankets, especially as you have a swaddle. Then as it gets colder you can always get more if you don't have enough. -A
  25. I have nearly full box of 500g of fondant icing sugar if anyone is intersted. -A
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