Welcome to your week 15 update. This week we look at why it's never too early to think about baby-proofing your home, and have advice on keeping both you and baby hydrated.
You and your baby
Week 15 News
As soon as your little one is able to sit unaided, it's time to think about whether your home is a safe place for them to explore. Never leave hot drinks where baby may grab them, and keep all medicines and household cleaners well out of reach.
The Expert View
When breastfeeding, it's a great idea to try to include oily fish like mackerel, fresh tuna and salmon in your diet 1-2 times per week. The omega-3 is important for baby's brain and vision development. But be aware - you should limit your intake to no more than 2 portions per week (a portion is around 140g). And, just like everyone else, you should not eat more than 1 portion a week of shark, marlin and swordfish.
You and your baby might be settling into an established routine nowadays, and so you might be thinking about fitting some exercise back into your life. Choose activities that are easy on your joints, like swimming, yoga or aqua-aerobics. And don't overdo it at first.
Feeling thirsty? Don't forget you need to drink more fluids when you're breastfeeding. This means 6-8 glasses of water or non-caffeinated drinks per day.
There's lots to think about when you're baby proofing your home. Just remember to cover sharp edges. There are lots of corner guards available to buy for the edges of walls, radiators, tables and worktops, so everything is covered.
Get some expert help
Remember our Careline team is always on hand to help. You can talk to our expert mums about post-natal exercise or anything else that’s on your mind. Get in touch 24/7 using our live chat, by phone or by email.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The best way to feed a baby is to breastfeed, as breast milk provides the ideal balanced diet and protection against illness for your baby and also many non-nutritional benefits for both baby and mother. We recommend that you speak to your healthcare professional when deciding on your choice of feeding your baby. Professional guidance should also be sought on the preparation for and maintenance of breastfeeding. If you do choose to breastfeed, it's important to eat a healthy, balanced diet. Infant formula is intended to replace breast milk when mothers choose not to breastfeed or if for some reason they are unable to do so. A decision not to breastfeed, or to introduce partial bottle-feeding, will reduce the supply of breast milk. If for any reason you choose not to breastfeed, do remember that such a decision can be difficult to reverse. Using infant formula also has social and financial implications which must be considered. Infant formula should always be prepared, used and stored as instructed on the label, in order to avoid risks to a baby's health.
