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Gearing-up for your baby’s arrival can be an exciting experience but also a challenging one with the wide range of products available in the market today. Disposable diapers, washable napkins, feeding bottles, bottle cleaning brush, detergents, bath and grooming essentials, baby wipes, diaper-changing mats and baby carriers are among some of the essential items you will need from the get go. With so many varieties to choose from, selecting the right product from an array of different makes, prices and functionalities can be a confusing process, so here are a few things to keep in mind:

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<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #33cccc;"><em>1. Safety Standards</em></span></h2>
The most important consideration is safety. This should never be compromised and should be the first thing you look out for in a product, whether you're buying, borrowing, or accepting hand-me-downs. A safe product is one that has been tested and conforms to international health and safety standards, which ensures:
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	<li>Feeding utensils and accessories are made of BPA-free plastic</li>
	<li>Bath and skin products are made using mild ingredients that are gentle and do not irritate babies’ sensitive skin</li>
	<li>Products are non-toxic as babies tend to put things into their mouth</li>
	<li>Products do not have small detachable parts that children may swallow by mistake</li>
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<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #33cccc;"><em>A healthy diet &amp; active lifestyle</em></span></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Nonetheless, wherever you are on the weight spectrum, it is important that you adhere to a healthy and well-balanced diet throughout your pregnancy to keep you and your baby healthy. As much as you can, try replacing junk food and processed food that are high in salt, sugar and fat with grains, dairy, protein as well as fruits and vegetables. Eat 5-6 small meals every day instead of 3 big ones. To round it off, complement your healthy diet with suitable exercises for at least 30 minutes each day.</p>
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<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #33cccc;"><em>Regular checks</em></span></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Most importantly, be consistent in your visits to your gynaecologist. In addition to checking if your baby is developing well, he or she will also help monitor if you are gaining the right amount of weight slowly and healthily.</p>
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