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Vivian Corporation Sanitas Buildings, Tower Street Msida MSD 1824 Tel: 2134 4610 / 2134 4616 Email: [email protected] www.viviancorpcom 800 73102 Vivian B by a MARCH 2009 • ISSUE 5 A useful guide to children’s growth Dr.Christopher Sciberras M.D.,M.R.C.P. (U.K.), M.R.C.P.C.H., MSc. Comm.Paed (Warwick), D.C.H. (Dublin), Cert.Dev.Paed.(London). Dr Chris Sciberras is a paediatrician working in the Department of Paediatrics at Mater Dei Hospital. Besides being qualified in paediatrics he has special interests in Community Child Care and has pursued a Masters Degree in the subject with emphasis on the subject of child development.He is married with 4 children and feels that besides being academically qualified in paediatrics he has also gained a lot of experience in Child Health and Child Care both from the hospital environment and from his family and children at home. Feeding Difficulties New parents often wish to be reassured that their babies are feeding normally. Therefore when problems arise, medical advice is sought. The doctor or paediatrician must be aware of the general abilities, approach and attitudes of the parents, the mother’s feeding technique and the infant’s nutrient intake, before considering the possibility of more serious underlying conditions. Vomiting and Regurgitation Most babies swallow air with their milk. Gentle patting or massage of their backs helps them bring back the ‘wind’. Most babies bring up a little milk as well, posseting, and is unimportant. Occasionally, infants regurgitate large amounts of milk, either immediately after a feed or between feeds. It is rare for this to be sufficiently severe to affect the infant’s nutrition but it may distress the mother. This is regarded as innocent or physiological when it does not interfere with weight gain or health. Various strategies may be tried to counteract the effects of posseting and reflux. By not allowing the baby to cry or become too upset before a feed and using good feeding technique, excessive air swallowing can be avoided. Using agents which thicken the feed (milk thickeners) also reduces the baby’s ability to regurgitate the milk. Various brands of formula milk also produce special anti- regurgitation formulas that also help in reducing regurgitation. There is no clear distinction between regurgitation and vomiting. An underlying cause must be sought if the baby starts to be sick, if the vomit contains blood or bile, or if the vomiting persists to the point of dehydration or malnutrition. Vomiting may be the first indication of a general infection, such as meningitis, urinary tract infection and gastroenteritis. Infant Colic Some babies, particularly in the evenings, may have inconsolable outbursts of crying, followed by drawing their knees up and going red in the face. This is called colic and may last up to 3 – 4 months of age. Certain anti-colic agents and special anti-colic formula milks are available on the market to help counteract the effects of colic. Fever in Children Defined as a rectal temperature above 00.4 F/ 38 C. The majority of cases of fever are caused by infections and treated by encouraging fluid intake, tepid sponging with warm water, use of fan, avoidance of heavy clothing and regular fever-lowering medication. Infants up to 2 months of age with fever and no focus of infection should be referred to the paediatrician for appropriate investigation and treatment. Diarrhea and Constipation It is normal for a baby to have a loose yellow bowel motion with every feed, and it is equally acceptable to have a bowel action every other day passing a firm large brown stool. However the passage of frequents stools that are green and watery, or large stools which are hard and pellety that might even be hard enough to tear the anal mucosa causing pain and bleeding, warrant investigation and appropriate medical management. These are some of the most common ailments effecting newborns and infants, whereby appropriate medical advice and management of the problem would lead to successful care of the infant and child. Common Ailments in Infants & Children The birth of a newborn infant in a family brings joy to the family but the care of the infant may pose some difficulties to the inexperienced parents. Some of the common problems encountered by parents in the care of the infant or child can be easily managed with proper advice, whilst others need to be discussed with the family doctor or specialist in Child Health. Dear Parents; We are glad to welcome you to our 5th Edition of Vivian Baby and first one for 2009. In this issue we will be tackling various topics such as Soothers, Coeliac Disease and Bedtime Battles. You can also find a number of competitions at the back page. For 2009 we will also be having professionals writing on our front page, tackling topics which are of interest to you. We would also like to encourage you to visit our newly refurbished web page www.viviancorp.com/vivianbaby Happy reading!

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Vivian CorporationSanitas Buildings, Tower StreetMsida MSD 1824Tel: 2134 4610 / 2134 4616 Email: [email protected]

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A useful guide to children’s growth

Dr.Christopher Sciberras M.D.,M.R.C.P. (u.K.), M.R.C.P.C.H., Msc. Comm.Paed (Warwick), D.C.H. (Dublin), Cert.Dev.Paed.(London).

Dr Chris sciberras is a paediatrician working in the Department of Paediatrics at Mater Dei Hospital. Besides being qualified in paediatrics he has special interests in Community Child Care and has pursued a Masters Degree in the subject with emphasis on the subject of child development.He is married with 4 children and feels that besides being academically qualified in paediatrics he has also gained a lot of experience in Child Health and Child Care both from the hospital environment and from his family and children at home.

Feeding DifficultiesNew parents often wish to be reassured that their babies are feeding

normally. Therefore when problems arise, medical advice is sought. The doctor or paediatrician must be aware of the general abilities, approach and attitudes of the parents, the mother’s feeding technique and the infant’s nutrient intake, before considering the possibility of more serious underlying conditions.

Vomiting and Regurgitation Most babies swallow air with their milk. Gentle patting or massage of

their backs helps them bring back the ‘wind’. Most babies bring up a little milk as well, posseting, and is unimportant. Occasionally, infants regurgitate large amounts of milk, either immediately after a feed or between feeds. It

is rare for this to be sufficiently severe to affect the infant’s nutrition but it may distress the mother. This is regarded as innocent or physiological when it does not interfere with weight gain or health. Various strategies may be tried to counteract the effects of posseting and reflux. By not allowing the baby to cry or become too upset before a feed and using good feeding technique, excessive air swallowing can be avoided. using agents which thicken the feed (milk thickeners) also reduces the baby’s ability to regurgitate the milk. Various brands of formula milk also produce special anti-regurgitation formulas that also help in reducing regurgitation.

There is no clear distinction between regurgitation and vomiting. An underlying cause must be sought if the baby starts to be sick, if the vomit contains blood or bile, or if the vomiting persists to the point of dehydration or

malnutrition. Vomiting may be the first indication of a general infection, such as meningitis, urinary tract infection and gastroenteritis.

Infant Colicsome babies, particularly in the evenings, may have inconsolable

outbursts of crying, followed by drawing their knees up and going red in the face. This is called colic and may last up to 3 – 4 months of age. Certain anti-colic agents and special anti-colic formula milks are available on the market to help counteract the effects of colic.

Fever in ChildrenDefined as a rectal temperature above �00.4 F/ 38 C. The majority of

cases of fever are caused by infections and treated by encouraging fluid intake, tepid sponging with warm water, use of fan, avoidance of heavy clothing and regular fever-lowering medication. Infants up to 2 months of age with fever and no focus of infection should be referred to the paediatrician for appropriate investigation and treatment.

Diarrhea and ConstipationIt is normal for a baby to have a loose yellow bowel motion with every

feed, and it is equally acceptable to have a bowel action every other day passing a firm large brown stool. However the passage of frequents stools that are green and watery, or large stools which are hard and pellety that might even be hard enough to tear the anal mucosa causing pain and bleeding, warrant investigation and appropriate medical management. These are some of the most common ailments effecting newborns and infants, whereby appropriate medical advice and management of the problem would lead to successful care of the infant and child.

Common Ailments in Infants & ChildrenThe birth of a newborn infant in a family brings joy to the family but the care of the infant may pose some difficulties to the inexperienced parents. Some of the common problems encountered by parents in the care of the infant or child can be easily managed with proper advice, whilst others need to be discussed with the family doctor or specialist in Child Health.

Dear Parents; We are glad to welcome you to our

5th Edition of Vivian Baby and first one for 2009. In this issue we will be tackling various topics such as Soothers, Coeliac Disease and Bedtime Battles. You can also find a number of competitions at the back page. For 2009 we will also be having professionals writing on our front page, tackling topics which are of interest to you. We would also like to encourage you to visit our newly refurbished web page www.viviancorp.com/vivianbaby

Happy reading!

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...and more fun for your child with the New Chicco Magic Blocksa range of Magnetic Building Blocks

New Polly SwingIt is a swing and rocking chair, and the fun for the baby is never over.

�. It can rock at 4 different speeds.2. It is easy to close so it can be taken with you wherever you go.3. The hood is removable and can be adjusted to protect baby

from the sun.

With Chicco’s Baby Rocking Chair the enjoyment never ends.Polly swing is Chicco’s very first rocking chair specifically designed to provide a newborn baby with an electronically controlled seat that gently rocks, but also a relaxing, comfortable and fun space full of interesting toys to stimulate the baby’s senses. Polly swing is very stable, safe and easy to carry around, so relaxation and fun for the baby are never ending.

The reducer cushion snugly holds the newborn baby to guarantee maximum comfortThe three colourful cuddly toys stimulate the baby’s hand coordination, the gradual development of his sight and his tactile skills.The Light and sound console entertains and relaxes the baby with soft tunes, relaxing nature sounds and is even able to simulate his mother’s heart beat. Polly swing puts your baby in the seventh heaven. It can be used on a newborn up to 9kg in weight.

New Precision Thermometer“No more crying babies”. It gets so difficult to check the babies’ temperature when they are asleep, and also when they are awake. Chicco now offers you a Precision Thermometer with an advanced optical module that in just a short time allows you to measure the temperature at a distance of up to �0 cm as precisely as at forehead contact.

Chicco also offers two products for hygiene purposes, including:Disinfectant Tablets, which are easy to use everywhere you go, and with just one tablet you can sterilize all the baby’s objects. The tablets can also be used to wash fruit and vegetables.

Disinfectant Wipes, so practical and easy to use whilst you are out and do not have access to water. It is so unhygienic to put a soother in a baby’s mouth after it falls on the floor. Disinfectant wipes allow you to wipe any baby’s objects that touch the floor whilst you are out.

Disinfectant Wipes are odourless and tasteless, in sterile pack. They are made out of a simple formulation (salt+water) that does not cause any irritations to the baby.

Chicco Travel Pack This Pack includes small sized bottles, ideal for travelling or to take to hospital with you. The pack includes a 50ml bath foam, 50ml shampoo and 30ml soothing ointment. Now available at all leading outlets.

What’s newf o r 2 0 0 9

Other New Hygiene Products

Mr. Party makes every meal a Party for your Child. Mr. Party is a booster seat that is an ideal chair for babies (from �8 months) to sit at table and join in with the rest of the family during meals. It has an adjustable height and can be adapted to different types of tables. The chair has a removable tray. Mr. Party comes with a shoulder strap that makes it practical and easy to carry around with you. Mr. Party comes with a free food container which you can carry with you anywhere.

New Mr Party

These blocks are dual connection blocks to easily create the first building sets.

2009 New Colours Now AvailableWatch out for the New Fabulous colours for the Chicco Travel systems, strollers, Highchairs and also Light Weight strollers. Now available from all leading Baby shops.

Now available at leading baby shops and toy shops

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The Elasticity and ResilienceLatex rubber is very elastic and can be stretched out, and will always return to the original shape and size. The excellent elasticity makes it the first choice material for making breastfeeding teats because it stretches out and adapts to baby’s mouth very easily, thus allowing the baby’s feeding mouth movement to occur naturally. used in soothers, latex rubber will make baby’s suckling more pleasant while the teats can be stretched and can adapt to baby’s mouth the better will the baby be fed.

Latex for my Baby?The Safest Choice for Your Baby

Latex Rubber is a natural material. Latex Rubber comes from the latex extracted from Hebea Brasilientis, the rubber tree. It is a natural product that is particularly appreciated for its excellent elasticity and softness. Close control of raw material, sources combined with an exclusive production process, designed and developed in Italy makes latex rubber and other products developed using it, unique. Having such excellent softness, resilience, elasticity and warmth carrying properties, latex rubber is particularly suited for favouring the healthy and correct growth of the baby’s mouth and meeting baby’s natural sucking needs.

Being a natural material, latex has three major characteristics

New Chicco Physio Soothers RangeThe New Physio soother is the first soother that enables the baby’s mouth to develop positively according to the natural development of the mouth. The Physio soother has an Orthodontic teat developed with a specialized doctors team. The Physio soother has a specially designed shield to avoid lips and mouth irritations. The diagram below shows into more detail the design of the new Physio soother. A complete range is now available at all Baby shops and Pharmacies.

Ultra Thin ProfileHelps the baby close the mouth correctly. The upper part is slightly bent to suit the natural position of the tongue and the correct pressure on the sides of the palate.

Hollow Space for the Tongueenabling correct distribution of pressure on the palate, thereby helping its correct development.

Palate RidgesThese small reliefs on the tip of the teat are a point of reference for the baby for placing the tip of his tongue in the correct position and pushing it upwards applying the correct force when sucking and swallowing.

Teething RingPlaced on teat shaft, it massages baby’s gums during the delicate phase when milk teeth show (only on the product for babies aged 4 months+)

What’s new

Safe for both Mum and Baby Latex rubber used to make chicco soothers and teats is safe because its special structure resists very well to baby’s bites and traction forces. safety standards of Chicco soothers and teats are actually higher than safety requirements laid down by technical regulations in force in europe (eN �400 and eN �4350).

The SoftnessLatex rubber is ideal since it is so soft it only needs a minimal pressure to be compressed. Therefore, it fits better to the mouth, has a gentle touch and will not upset the baby.

Chicco Products that are made in latex rubber can be safely sterilized through means of boiling or by cold sterilization. As with all natural products, Chicco products made in latex rubber are best preserved by following a few simple rules. Light, heat and humidity may alter physical/mechanical and safety features.

In this case:• Do not expose to direct sunlight or heat sources• Do not expose to direct heat sources;• Store in a cool and dry place.

Latex Rubber changes in colour and size during usage. It is advisable to replace the product after some time. Such changes reflect the normal wear of the product.

All Chicco Products made using Natural Latex Rubber have been tested in vitro and clinics, and are found to be free of all common agents that can cause an allergic reaction.

Why should I choose

Latex rubber carries the warmth of the milk more effectively and rapidly, keeping the taste unaltered.

Warmth is important and makes feeding pleasant for the baby.

The Warm Touch The Chicco 2009Product Catalogue

IS NOW OUT

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should you wish to receive a copy call us on Freephone 800 73102 and we will send it to you FRee by post

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G˙andek bΩonn:1. 200mlmis˙un2. 4mag˙refPlasmon Crema di Mais

e Tapioca 3. NofsvaΩettBanana tal-Plasmon

tal-120gr

Kif Tipprepara:1. Ippreparail-Plasmon Crema di

Mais e Tapiocabillitferrexfuqil-mis˙unftitftitu˙abbatsewb’furketta.

2. Waralitkunippreparajtiç-çereali,Ωidnofsil-vaΩetttal-Banana tal-Plasmontal-120gru˙awwadsew.

3. Servis˙un

Ricetta.Riçetta ideali g˙at-tarbija stitika

We are very happy to introduce a new range of Biscuits for ‘Bimbi Grandi’. The Frollissimi range is aimed for children who are 3 years and over. The new Frollissimi Biscuits by Plasmon have a unique recipe, created specifically for children, which provides a premium taste together with a high nutritional value. The Frollissimi recipe is rich in Calcium, Iron and Vitamins and are supported by our Super Friends; Kevin Kalcio, Frenky Ferro and Vixi Vitamina.

Crema di Mais e Tapioca & Bananas

Il-Plasmon Crema di Mais e tapioca huwa idejali

g˙al dwak it-trabi li forsi jbag˙tu minn stitikizza

kronika g˙aliex it-‘tapioca’ tmexxi b’mod mill-aktar

naturali ming˙ajr ma tikkaguna brim jew gass.

Q&A

TajjeB li TKun Taf:

biscuits for Bimbi Grandi

In this Frollissimi range you can find the following varieties in 300gr packaging:• Chocolate and cereals• Yoghurt with Chocolate drops• Rice and Milk

Look out for the Frollissimi Biscuits in the Biscuits area or on the Plasmon shelves and let us know what you think by sending us an email on [email protected]

Coeliac Disease occurs when the small intestines fail to uptake and absorb nutrients. This happens due to an inflammation in the small bowel due to sensitivity to gluten, a substance found in wheat and rye. The inflamed bowel would be incapable to absorb many nutrients, so the baby can become undernourished.

In most cases, coeliac disease symptoms develop before the age of two, although in some children symptoms are mild and the disease may not be picked up until adulthood. symptoms may include poor appetite, vomiting, and diarrhoea; poor weight gain and growth; and the passing of pale, greasy foul stools. It is very important that the baby with coeliac disease is properly diagnosed, to avoid any development of dietary deficiencies. If you suspect coeliac disease, ask your paediatrician for a professional advice.

Coeliac disease can be treated very simply; your baby will have to eat gluten–free foods. Gluten free products can be distinguished from normal foods because they have the barred grain red sign printed on the packaging.

When it comes to weaning, it is very important that the first cereals and pasta given to your baby are gluten-free, to avoid any negative reaction; especially if a close relative to the Baby is coeliac (for example, the mother). Following the introduction of gluten-free products, you can then start slowly introducing products which contain gluten and monitor the child’s reaction to the new food. When in doubt always ask your paediatrician for advice!

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Most Plasmon products are Gluten free for your child’s safety and well being. For a list of Gluten free Plasmon Products kindly send us an email on [email protected] requesting this list or else contact us on our Freephone 800 73102

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As they grow, children continue to explore how the world works and build on the conceptual leaps described in our previous issues. By the age of �2 months most babies would be able to do the following:

Physical Development�. sit without support2. stand unaided3. Walk with aid4. Roll a ball5. Throw objects6. Pick things up with one finger7. Drop and Pick up toys

Communication SkillsDuring these last 4 months, your baby

will start getting ready to talk, in fact by the �2th month, language production doubles. Many babies of this age:�. understand the names of familiar

people and objects2. say few words3. show their understanding with

responsive body language and facial expression

4. Respond to a firm “No” by stopping what they are doing

Thinking skills�. understand that an object still exists

even when it is not in view2. Respond to simple directions and

questions with gestures, sounds and perhaps words.

3. Imitate gestures and actions4. experiment purposefully with the

physical properties of objects, for example be seeing how objects fit into a container or what happens if the container is turned over.

5. enjoy looking at picture books

Social and Emotional Development

As your baby nears the age of one, imitation and self regulation gain importance. Most babies can:�. Feed themselves finger foods2. Hold a cup with two hands and drink

with assistance3. Hold out arms and legs while being

dressed 4. Mimic simple actions5. show anxiety when separated from

primary caregiver.

Nutritional requirementsBy the �2th month, your baby should

have tasted a healthy variety of ingredients such as chicken, beef, salmon, potatoes, marrows, carrots, peaches, apples, pears bananas etc…The only new ingredients which we suggest that you give after the ninth month are the citrus fruits. This always should be based on and altered according to your baby’s taste.

AFTER THE 12th MONTH, you can safely give eggs, tomatoes, fresh strawberries and pasteurized milk, always keeping in mind your baby’s needs and requirements.

You can now buy your Plasmon recipe book from our offices in Msida for ONLY €3.50

GET YOUR PLASMON

RECIPE BOOK!

We are here to help you

Your Baby’s Development Milestones 9-12MONTHS

In this issue we will be closing off our section on the developmental stages of your baby. We will be tackling the last four months of the first year of your little one. Each and every

child is different and develops

at his own pace

Interactive toys for the developing infant & toddler

80POINTS 80

POINTSMarmalade Kittten Rainbow Remote Control

Music Ball

educational Toys

40POINTS

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Who’s under the sea

40POINTS

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Farmyard Puzzle

Tell the Time Lotto

Who’s on the farm

30POINTS

Fortina spa Resort Vouchers – each voucher is valid for 2 persons – entry to the spa sante + one extra treatment for each person.

Mothers... it’s time to pamper yourself!

250POINTS

Rainbow Hour Glass

30POINTS

Conditions for participation in the Plasmon Collection Scheme 2009: This offer is valid on all Plasmon products displayed in the information leaflet. • Collect full packaging (no cut out proofs of purchase). • only packaging with the new Plasmon logo (shown above) are valid. • Each package carries one point. • The scheme is available until the 30th June 2009 or until stocks lasts (whichever comes first). • redeem your gift from Vivian Corporation Ltd, Sanitas Building, Tower Street, Msida, between 8:30am and 12:00pm. Kundizzjonijiet biex tipparteçipa fil-Plasmon Collection Scheme 2009: Din l-offerta hija valida fuq il-prodotti Plasmon kollha li jidhru fil-fuljett informattiv. • Faddal il-pakkett kollu (biççiet minn pakkett ma ji©ux imsarfa). • Il-prodotti Plasmon bil-logo il-©did biss (li jidher hawn fuq) huma validi g˙al din l-iskema. • Kull pakkett jissarraf f’punt wie˙ed. • Din l-iskema hija valida sa t-30 ta’ Ìunju 2009 jew sa kemm jispiççaw ir-rigali (skond x’ji©i l-ewwel). • Sarraf il-punti tieg˙ek g˙and Vivian Corporation Ltd, Sanitas Building, Triq it-Torri, Msida, bejn it-8:30am u l-12:00pm

Should you require any information about weaning your child, about our products as well as any other query, just get in touch with us via e-mail on [email protected], via phone on 21344610 / 21344616; or use our freephone 80073102. You can also go on-line and become a fan of our Plasmon (Malta) page on facebook; where you can leave comments and queries.

We also encourage you to send us any funny stories which your baby got into, recipes which you have created as well as funny shots of your baby during meal time!

We are looking forward

to hear from you

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Babies from birth to six months sleep about 12 to 13 hours a day, but as they get older some toddlers, even if they were good sleepers as babies, do their very best to avoid going to bed at night and even when you do finally get them into bed they refuse to go to sleep.

If you personally have experienced this problem, one way that might help you to solve it is by instituting a consistent bedtime routine. A baby has been used to being cuddled or rocked to sleep, and it is difficult for a toddler to adjust to going to sleep without a cuddle, so here follows a few helpful hints to help get your child into a routine. Once you start any routine, it should be continued every night, without fail, until it is established.

Firstly it is important to keep your child busy during the day. Most toddlers have lots of energy and will enjoy going to play on the beach in the summer or perhaps a trip to the playground in the winter where they can run around and play, this should help to work off some of their excess energy.

If your child still has a sleep during the day, but then has trouble getting to sleep at night, try shortening the sleep, or keeping your child busy during the day by reading them stories etc during the afternoon and keep them happy and entertained until bedtime.

It is also important to choose a realistic bedtime for your child. Like adults, many children have distinct sleep preferences. While you can control this to some degree, consider a slightly later bedtime for a child who just doesn’t seem tired by say 8:00pm, or a slightly earlier bedtime for a child who falls asleep whilst having their evening meal.

It is important to start your bedtime routine early,

and take your time. After your child has eaten dinner, begin the sequence

of events that will gradually lead up to bedtime

A routine will only work if you are consistent. In some families, the bedtime routine involves a bath, a snack, brushing teeth, and a story before bed. In others, it may be a shower, a video, a cuddle, brushing teeth, then bed. You need to develop a routine that works for everyone in your family and then it will become an important part of your child’s “bedtime” process.

Once this routine has begun you will need to set yourself clear boundaries and stick to them. Many children will beg you for “just one more story” to keep from going to sleep, so decide in advance how many stories you will tell and when the light will go off ‘ then stay within the limits you have set.

Your child’s room should be the place where they feel most secure, and should have in it their favourite toys along with other items that they are attached to. This atmosphere helps to create a soothing sleep environment and somewhere they will be happy to stay and finally go to sleep in.

The lucky winner of the Christmas Barney competition was Ms Joanne Zammit, who won four e50 tickets to see Barney Live Let’s Go Tour at the new City Theatre in Valletta in December.

The runners up, who all won a Barney Soft Toy were, Ms Ingrid Vassallo, Ms Ritianne Apap and Ms Sylvana Makhlouka.

Christmas Barney Competition

WINNERBARNEY

CHRISTMAS

COMPETITION

Bedtime BattlesOne of the biggest problems that can face all parents of either a baby, but more often a toddler is getting them to sleep at night. This can be very tiring and frustrating for parents, we need our children to sleep because we need to sleep.

Whilst you are putting you child into their bed/cot, stay as close as they need you to be. Some children are happy to go to sleep after a quick goodnight kiss, while others prefer to cuddle. Once they have settled, move quietly and slowly out of the room. The length of time you spend in the room will change as your child grows and becomes more self-confident, and they will soon be happy to get into bed on their own.

Although you leave the room after you have settled your child down, it is still important to let them know you will be there if they need you. Some toddlers can have bad dreams, or wake up unexpectedly, so it is important if your child cries out then you return to the room to comfort them as soon as possible. You must always check that your child is not thirsty, too hot, cold, wet, unwell or in pain, and remedy the situation as quickly and quietly as possible, so not to distress the child more. This will give them confidence that they are not alone and will settle quicker.

• Offer your child a cup of warm milk before going to bed, this may help him/her get to sleep.

• Some children go to sleep more easily with "white noise" from something like a fan as this helps to block out other household sounds and can help soothe a child to sleep.

• If one parent has trouble getting a child to sleep, let the other parent or another support person try. Sometimes a child will respond better if Dad or another family member handles bedtime, and it helps to give Mum a break.

• Don't ever lock your child in his room. This can be emotionally traumatic, and can be very dangerous in the event of a fire or any other household emergency.

• Avoid excitement too close to bedtime. Try to stay away from dancing, lively exercise, loud videos or music, or anything else that will keep your child awake past their natural bedtime.

• Be patient. If your toddler has trouble getting to sleep, it may just be the fact that being awake is so much more fun. Work on the sleep routine at a rate your child can handle, and everything should be OK and finally you may get a good nights sleep!

Quick TipsWorth Trying

Many children will beg you for “just one more story” to keep from going to sleep, so decide in advance how many stories you will tell and

when the light will go off ‘ then stay within the limits you have set

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In order to take part in this competition, answer the following question and send your answer, including your name, address and contact

telephone number to: SMA Nutrition (Barney Competition), Sanitas Building, Tower Street, Msida, MSD 1824 or reply by e-mail to

[email protected].

The winner will be drawn on the 31st March 2008. Entries after this date will not be accepted.

Ingredients• 100g lampuki fish (deboned and cut into small pieces)• 100ml SMA Progress Kids Milk

• 1 small carrot, shredded• 1 tablespoon grated cheese, such as cheddar cheese• Parsley

MethodPlace the parsley and milk on the fire until the milk starts to boil.

Nucleotides can be simply described as the nutritional building blocks of new cells. There are five key nucleotides, which form the crucial building blocks of DNA and RNA, which are essential for ongoing cell production and cell replacement, they also help with the body’s immune system.

All human bodies have an ongoing demand for new cell production, and must create cells at quite a rapid rate, this is especially important in a growing child.

Send in your recipes for babies and toddlers using SMA Progress milk. The winning recipe will win a selection from the Chicco feeding range worth e32.64.

In order to participate in this competition, please send your recipe, together with your name, address and contact telephone number to: SMA Nutrition (recipe competition), Sanitas Building, Tower Street, Msida MSD1824 or by e mail to: [email protected]

Lampuki Fish with CheeseTradiTionaL MaLTese Fish reCipe

Mum’s SMA recipes

The recipe above was sent in by Graziella Bray from Ibrag who has won the Chicco feeding set worth e32.64

Mum’s SMA recipes

Add the fish and simmer until done. Remove the fish from the mixture and set aside.Add the carrot to the mixture and cook till tender.Meanwhile ensure that all fish bones have been removed from the fish.Once the carrot has cooked, place the fish, carrot and parsley in a blender and blend well to form a nice puree.

Garnish with the grated cheese and serve.

WINNERMUM’S SMA RECIPES

Mum’s SMA recipes COMPETITION

What are nucleotides? You may have heard of Nucleotides, or seen them referred to on the sides of, for example, a can of SMA Progress Kids, but what exactly are nucleotides and why are they so important?

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Supplementing your child’s diet on a daily basis with a nucleotide fortified formula like SMA Progress Kids, which is strengthened with 5 major nucleotides, will help ensure your child has the advantage of receiving an adequate supply of this important nutrient.

A sufficient supply of these nucleotides helps provide a healthy immune system and helps decrease the incidence of diarrhea.

When a young child goes through a rapid period of development and growth, their bodies may not be able to make sufficient

nucleotides by itself.

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decemberWINNERSVivian Baby would like to congratulate the following winners of Issue 4

SMA: Ms Silvana Falzon (Healthy Teeth Competition)Chicco: Ms Maria Scicluna, GhaxaqVivian Baby: Ms F Micallef, Ms KJ Loshy, Ms G Brai

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Competitions are open ONLY to Plasmon & Chicco Club members. If you are not a member yet, kindly contact us via email on [email protected] or via-telephone on Freephone: 80073102 and ask for registration

The first correct answer drawn will WIN 6 tins of SMA Progress Kids worth e33.54. In order to participate in this competition please send your answer, together with your name, address and contact telephone number to:SMA Nutrition (Nucleotides Competition) Sanitas Building, Tower StreetMsida MSD1824by not later than 23 April 2009

The winners details may be published in the next issue of the Vivian Baby newsletter.

Q & A

SMA Progress Kids is strengthened with how many major nucleotides? Three Five Seven

Answer the following question:

Which Plasmon cereal helps the constipated child?A. Semolina CerealB. Nanna Crema di Riso con Zucchine e CaroteC. Crema di Mais e Tapioca

Send an SMS with your Answer ( A, B or C) to 5061 9615 by the 23 April 2009 along with your name & surname. Each SMS costs €0.28

The first drawn correct answer will get a PIC gift and two runners up will get a Plasmon recipe book.

Colour in a photocopy of this part of the newsletter (only one entry per member is allowed) together with a Frollissimi proof of purchase and send to

Plasmon Kids Corner, Vivian Baby, February 2009 Vivian Corporation, Sanitas Building, Tower Street Msida MSD 1824

by not later than 23 April 2009 and WIN a hamper with Frollissimi goodies

To participate in this competition, kindly log on and register on www.kidsmalta.com/vivianbaby. Then answer the above question.

Three correct answers will be drawn and will be given a hamper full of Chicco, Plasmon and SMA products each.

Closing date: 23 April, 2009

Which are the three baby brands that make up the Vivian Baby Concept?

send a photocopy with your correct answer to: Chicco Mummy’s Competition Vivian Baby, December 2008Vivian Corporation, sanitas BuildingTower street Msida, MsD �824by not later than 23 April 2009

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