Deearna's Maternity Agency

27/07/2026

https://www.northdevongazette.co.uk/news/births-to-be-suspended-at-north-devon-district-hospital-due-to-staff-shortage-8824538?fbclid=IwdGRjcATUfW5jbGNrBNR9Z2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHpkIG-3N7TMxLTI34pVWu0JfaQ0iXEqnxKwm-zqTaaq_fFh_hxKkWeZrZkjW_aem_0yxKcE03eh8zjGWhg6HIeA

From August 11, expectant mums will be unable to give birth at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple after the trust temporarily suspended maternity services until safe staff cover can be found

27/07/2026

☆Stop saying no to your child who wants to visit the toilet with you.
☆Your child will want to look (sorry) expect lots of wows!
☆Flush the chain - let them
☆Wash hands- excellent.
These are all positive encouraging signs. The last thing you want is "bathroom anxiety "
☆It may take some time for your child to want to sit on the toilet seat.Ask though, the sooner you get your child used to the toilet seat the easier your toilet journey will be.
☆To start with you are just looking to get your child used to sitting on the toilet seat so, keep nappy on.
☆ Discuss after nappy will need to come off when you are big enough to use the toilet and not p**p in your nappy.
☆☆☆☆☆ BINGO ☆☆☆☆☆
You may be pleasantly surprised your child may want to take nappy off straight away.
☆Expect your child to "pretend" they have gone to the toilet this is fine remember, it's all about getting your child used to sitting on the toilet first.

27/07/2026

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27/07/2026

Remember babies will use their toes initially to grip when learning to walk therefore, bare feet are best.
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21/07/2026

☆Have you ever wondered why a baby loves to rub silk tags or ribbons.
☆Obviously,never leave your baby unattended with long ribbons.
☆Babies must be placed on their back with feet at the bottom of the cot, NO loose covers,comforters, or toys.
☆Whilst in the womb, your baby would touch and reach out alot.
☆The wall of the womb is as soft and silky, just like ribbon and silk - this sensory feel remains once baby is born.
☆Hold a ribbon and watch how your baby will rub its fingers over rather than just grasp
☆ I will often place a ribbon between a babies fingers if struggling to settle.
☆ Same effect with tags, babies love them

21/07/2026

*SICKNESS & Citrus fruits -morning or just generally feeling sicky

*This little tip works wonders and super quick.

*Slice a lemon ready.

*Breathe in deeply for 5 counts exhale for 5 counts repeat this 3 times.

*Next inhale the lemon deeply and slowly for 7 counts and then exhale for 7 counts.

*Pause and wait for 30 seconds- repeat with the lemon 5 more times.

*Providing you are inhaling the aroma deeply this should give you almost instant relief.

* So what makes this so effective ? Aromatic particles that are found in the citrus oils, have a calming effect on the central part of the brain. Sickness of any type can cause stimulation of the nervous system and can elevate the feeling, it is essential to deep breathe and calm the nerves down, this will then reduce tension and calm the stomach almost immediately.

* Have a go.

17/07/2026

There are quite a few emotional signs that your child is ready for toilet training.
Remember to start your toilet training journey you need ideally no less than two
Physical,mental & emotional signs.

16/07/2026

Continuing on with our July toilet training tips.

There are so many physical and mental signs to look out for.

Here are just a couple to look out for.

16/07/2026

Mental & physical signs of toilet training readiness.

This is just a few of the basic ones

15/07/2026

Constipation really does alarm our children
I hear so many parents say let's go and sit on the toilet relax and let's try.

One way you can certainly help the process is by not sitting your child with legs dangling.

We need the pelvic floor muscles to totally relax the easiest way to achieve this whilst sitting on the toilet is, place a stool in front of the child ensuring knees are higher than hips.

Another favorite of mine is child pose.

Ensure good diet and lots of fluids.