http://www.minti.com/members/michellei/advice/ Most Recent Advice on Minti by michellei Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk michellei I have found a great way to get Miss Cheeky Chops into the kitchen as well as trying new things i.e. fruit. First of all we brought a step stool that has a wide base, with one step and really easy for her to get on and off. My husband then varnished it to repel liquid and stains. It is just ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4542/In-the-Kitchen-Budding-Fruitiers/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4542/In-the-Kitchen-Budding-Fruitiers/ Sat, 10 Feb 2007 00:02:44 -0800 michellei  Lately in our house we have been dealing with a number of issues in relation to safety.When Miss Cheeky Chops first began to crawl, we got down on her level and looked for any hazards that she may come across. We placed plug protectors in all the unused electrical sockets, we tied up with cable ties any loose electrical cords ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3568/Home-Safety/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3568/Home-Safety/ Sat, 30 Dec 2006 05:06:21 -0800 michellei I see so many mothers carrying around such large nappy bags and why? My advice is as follows……….  Take a spare change of clothes for bubs. Enough nappies to last a couple of hours (depending on age – I only take two) TOP TIP: If you use disposable bags to put the ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1454/Nappy-Bag-Essentials/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1454/Nappy-Bag-Essentials/ Thu, 14 Sep 2006 06:52:36 -0700 michellei Size                           Weight                          Height                          AgePremmie                  Less than 3.5kg         Less than 47cm        PremmieNew Born                 up to 4kg                      47cm-55cm               New Born (NB) 000                            4kg-6kg                        55cm-60cm               0-3 Months00                              6kg-8kg                        60cm-70cm               3-6 Months0                                8kg- 10kg                     70cm-75cm               6- 12 Months1                               10kg-12kg                    75cm-80cm               12-20 Months18                             11kg-12kg                    80cm-84cm               16-20 Months2                                84cm-90cm                84cm-90cm                18-30 Months2x                                                                                                           2-3 YearsThis is just a guide line, but obviously some children will be ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1389/Babies-Clothing-Size-Guide/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1389/Babies-Clothing-Size-Guide/ Thu, 04 Jan 2007 06:30:26 -0800