Stuart Hutchings

Childhood Development, early learning from birth to pre-school

In this context early learning is the learning that takes place from birth to 3 years old. Numerous research studies confirm that the first three years of life are the most critical for the intellectual and emotional development of an infant. At birth a... Read >

Breastfeeding, things to avoid

Breastmilk is the best food source for babies but is wise to remember that the same premise holds for breastfeeding as it does for pregnancy - You are what you eat, and, Your baby is what you eat. Whatever you put into your body can be passed on to you... Read >

Pregnancy, what to avoid

Pregnancy is a very special time for mother and baby. As a mother during pregnancy you are connected to your baby via the placenta, it is your baby's lifeline. The placenta brings important things, such as oxygen and nutrients, to your baby and it remove... Read >

Pregnancy and breastfeeding - tips for a balanced diet

The most critical thing about dietary requirements during pregnancy is that you should start to consider these BEFORE conception. Critical development of your baby starts at conception. Eating well before pregnancy will give your body a good store of nutr... Read >

Breastfeeding - a father's perspective

Breastfeeding is the most natural thing to do. It is one of the most important things that you can do to give your child the very best start in life and it is likely to be the first most important decision a mother and family will make about their baby's ... Read >

Reduce Obesity - Breastfeed

The numerous benefits of breastfeeding to baby and mother are well documented. But amid all the alarm over skyrocketing rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes in British children, one crucial factor is never mentioned. And that's the impact of bottle-f... Read >