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Paternity tests now over the counter – for just £30
By Tessa Watkins on 18/11/2009 15:04:05
Potential dads can check their DNA against a child’s

.Although paternity tests have been available on the internet for some time, this is the first time a kit has been sold on the high street. They will be available from 11 Clockwork Pharmacy chemist shops in the South East. But concerns have been raised about

Your baby-making checklist
By Made For Mums on 13/11/2006 13:12:00
Trying to conceive? Here's a quick check-list to help you boost your chances...

fingers, an increase in luteinising hormone (LH) which can be detected using an Ovulation Predictor Kit (available from most good chemists), and some women also feel a slight twinge or ache in their lower abdomen around the time of ovulation. A rise

Over-the-counter paternity tests coming soon
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 17/07/2009 09:54:32
Fathers can take home DNA test to check who’s the daddy

and the child can be collected. While the DNA test will be sold in chemists for about £30, there’s an additional £199 to pay in laboratory fees, reports the Telegraph. You can buy the DNA paternity tests online.International Biosciences, in Kent, is the company

Recession leads to baby boom
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 31/07/2009 10:23:54
Home pregnancy test sales are up, condom sales are down

The credit crunch may mean a baby boom is on the way, as more people stay in (and make their own fun) to save money. Pregnancy test and pregnancy supplement sales have seen a big jump, supermarkets and chemists have reported. Condom sales have

Coughs and colds
By Made For Mums on 13/07/2006 14:30:00

paracetamol or ibuprofen regularly for fever, aches and pains (but avoid ibuprofen if there’s a history of asthma). Check the dose with your chemist. If her temperature stays high, give both medicines either together or alternately.*With a baby, put a few

Folic acid: What you need to know
By Susan Lee on 24/04/2009 11:11:16
Find out why folic acid is important even before you try to conceive

in chemists and health food shops, either as just folic acid or combined with other supplements for pregnancy. If you're a cereal eater then you can also look out for cereal fortified with 100% of the daily recommended intake of folic acid. (But make sure you

Vosene Advertorial
By Chris Evans on 02/09/2009 15:55:14

. Just leave it on your child's hair and dry gently. Try it today!Vosene Kids 3 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo and 3 in 1 Leave-in Spray Detangler are available at Tesco, Boots and independent chemists. The shampoo is also available at Asda. For more

Gastroenteritis and your toddler
By Dr Lowri Kew, GP on 17/04/2009 15:48:01
Expert advice on coping with a tummy bug, and when to seek help.

avoid dairy products (other than breast milk) while he’s vomiting. Oral rehydration solutions, such as Dioralyte, are available at chemists and are good at maintaining hydration. If you’re breastfeeding, continue doing so.You can also give your child

Medicines in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 22/04/2009 09:29:18
When is it safe to take medicine in pregnancy, and what should you avoid?

chemist you can ask the on-duty pharmacist if what you're buying is suitable for pregnancy.Some health professionals now believe that drug companies and doctors might be too cautious during pregnancy and be depriving women of medication they could

Folic acid in pregnancy
By on 23/04/2009 11:43:04
If you take just one supplement, make it a daily dose of folic acid in early pregnancy, key to good foetal development

're pregnant.Sources of folic acid
To be absolutely sure you’re getting at least the recommended amount of folic acid every day, it’s best to take a supplement.You'll find folic acid supplements in chemists and health food shops, either as just folic acid

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