Silicone Gel Scar Strips
Silicone Gel Scar Strips
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Clothing Prem to 18 Months
Size | Age Guide | Weight | Height |
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Premature | Premature or Small Newborn | Up to 4Kg | Up to 55cm |
Newborn | 0-3 months | 4-6Kg | Up to 62cm |
3 Month | 3-6 months | 6-8Kg | Up to 68cm |
6 Month | 6-12 Month | 8-10Kg | Up to 76cm |
12 Month | 12-18 Month | 10-12Kg | Up to 84cm |
18 Month | 18-24 Month | 12-14Kg | Up to 92cm |
Clothing 2 to 6 Years
Size | Age Guide | Height | Chest | Waist | Hip |
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2 Year | 2-3 Years | Up to 100 cm | 56 | 51 | 58 |
3 Year | 3-4 Years | Up to 105 cm | 58 | 53 | 60 |
4 Year | 4-5 Years | Up to 110 cm | 60 | 55 | 62 |
5 Year | 5-6 Years | Up to 115 cm | 62 | 57 | 64 |
6 Year | 6-7 Years | Up to 120 cm | 64 | 59 | 66 |
Beanie Size Guide
Size | Head Circumference | Age Guide |
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Premature | 31-35 cm | Premature or Small Newborn |
Newborn | 35-40 cm | Newborn |
Small | 40-43 cm | 3-6 Months |
Medium | 43-47 cm | 6-18 Months |
Large | 47-52 cm | 18-3 Years |
Sunhat Size Guide
Size | Head Circumference | Age Guide |
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Newborn | 37-40 cm | Newborn |
Small | 40-43 cm | 3-6 Months |
Medium | 43-46 cm | 6-12 Months |
Large | 46-49 cm | 12-24 Months |
Xtra Large | 49-54 cm | 2-4 Years |
Sleep Pods Size Guide
Size | Weight | Age Guide | Measurement(Back to Hem) |
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Newborn | 0-6 kgs | 0-3 Months | 60.5 cm |
Small | 0-8 kgs | 3-6 Months | 66 cm |
Booties Size Guide
Size | Age Guide |
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Newborn | 0-3 Months |
Small | 3-6 Months |
Medium | 6-12 Months |
Large | 12-18 Months |
Pretty Brave Baby
Foot Length (mm) | Insole Length (mm) | EU | UK | Age | INT |
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95-104 | 110 | 16/17 | 2 | 0-6m | S |
104-114 | 118 | 18 | 3 | 6-12m | M |
114-123 | 127 | 19/20 | 4.5 | 12-18m | L |
123-137 | 142 | 21/22 | 5.5 | 16-22m | XL |
Pretty Brave 1st Walker
Foot Length (mm) | Insole Length (mm) | EU | UK | Age |
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114-120 | 125-128 | 19 | 3 | 1 yr |
120-126 | 132-135 | 20 | 3.5 | 1-2 yrs |
126-132 | 138.5-141.5 | 21 | 4.5 | 1-2 yrs |
132-138 | 145-148.5 | 22 | 5 | 2 yrs |
Crywolf Swim Nappy
Size | Length (waist to crotch) | Crotch Width (side to side) |
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0-1 yr | 1-2 yrs | |
37 | 38 | |
14.5 | 15.5 |
Crywolf Rash Suit
Size | Length (back neck to crotch) | Chest (arm to arm) | Waist (side to side) | Sleeve (neck to cuff) | Neck Opening(diameter) |
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6-12 Months | 1 yr | 2 yrs | 3 yrs | ||
40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | ||
25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | ||
24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | ||
30 | 31.5 | 33 | 34.5 | ||
13.25 | 13.25 | 13.8 | 14.3 |
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Overview
Overview
Promote smoother healing with Bare Mum's Silicone Gel Scar Strips, designed to gently reduce the appearance of scars, including those from c-sections. These medical-grade silicone strips create an optimal healing environment by hydrating and protecting the skin, helping to soften and flatten scars over time. Flexible and comfortable, they conform seamlessly to your body, providing discreet, continuous protection. Reusable and easy to apply, these strips are an essential part of your postpartum care routine, supporting your recovery with proven scar management technology.
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Technical Specification
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Delivery and Returns
- Delivery: Free within NZ on orders over $100 (excluding bulky items) or $8 standard shipping
- Returns: Accepted within 14 days of receipt with proof of purchase
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Everything you need to know about bottle feeding During the first year, your baby goes through a great deal of growth and development. Most babies triple their birth weight by the time they hit their first birthday – so it’s no wonder they need lots of energy to grow! While it’s widely acknowledged that ‘breast is best’, choosing how you feed your baby is an important and completely personal decision. For some women, personal circumstance, cultural beliefs and physical or mental wellbeing mean breastfeeding isn’t an option, and therefore a safe alternative is required. If you’ve decided to bottle-feed (if you’re thinking about it, speak with your midwife, doctor or nurse first), it’s vital to have clear and well-informed information on the safe preparation and use of formula. Here’s what you need to know about formula-feeding your wee one: About baby formula Most formula is made from modified cow’s or goat's milk so the protein level isn’t too high and babies can digest it. Unlike regular milk, formula has added minerals, vitamins, and fats essential for human growth and development, and when prepared correctly, it contains enough nutrients for healthy growth in babies. In New Zealand, there are strict manufacturing regulations in place to make sure that the formula in your local supermarket is always of good quality and safe for your baby. But that doesn’t make the baby aisle any less overwhelming. Here’s a quick breakdown of the kinds of formula you can buy: Cow’s-milk formula Most cow’s-milk formulas sold in New Zealand have a similar nutritional profile – so price doesn’t necessarily mean one is better than another. Casein and whey are the proteins in breastmilk, and cow’s-milk formula has the same proteins. It will either have more casein or more whey – you can find the percentage of each noted on the formula’s ingredient label. Key points: Your baby’s first formula should contain whey as the main type of protein, as it’s the easiest to digest. 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It’s best to seek advice from a healthcare professional before switching to the soy alternative. Gold formula Gold formula contains extra ingredients which aren’t strictly necessary for your baby – but may be beneficial. Here we explain a few: Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFAs). Thought to be important in the development of the brain and eyes. Alpha-lactalbumin. Thought to be nutritious for babies because it’s the main type of whey protein in breastmilk. Pro and prebiotics. These help promote the growth of good bacteria and may help maintain a healthy balance of gut bacteria. May be good for eye health. How to prepare baby formula Before you get started, always carefully read and follow the instructions on the formula tin – not all formulas have the same size scoops or are prepared in the same way. Check the use-by date and dispose of formula if it has expired. Bottle-feeding equipment Here’s what you’ll need to bottle-feed: Large bottles (saves you buying new ones as your baby grows) Bottle rings and caps Teats (either silicone or latex is fine, graded according to size of the hole or age of the baby) Bottle brushes Teat brushes A steriliser (optional) Check our handy guide to bottles and teats here! Making up a bottle of formula Step 1 : Boil the kettle and let the water cool for about 30 minutes, until it has reached a lukewarm temperature. You can also do this in advance, storing the cooled boiled water in sterilised bottles in the fridge. Step 2 : Pour the lukewarm water into the bottle before carefully adding the scoops of formula powder (levelling the powder with a clean knife or the tin's in-built level). Seal the bottle with a ring and cap, then shake gently to encourage the powder to dissolve. Step 3 : Before feeding your baby, check the temperature of the formula by tipping a few drops on the inside of your wrist – it should feel lukewarm. Never add anything to the formula, and if your baby doesn’t finish the bottle, throw any leftover formula away within an hour. Warming infant formula If you are not feeding your baby straight away, place formula in the fridge immediately (store at the back of the fridge) with a cap over the teat to prevent contamination. It can be stored for a maximum of 24 hours. Once removed, it’s only safe to use for up to one hour. The safest way to warm formula is to stand the bottle in a bowl of warm water for no longer than 10 minutes as harmful bacteria can grow in prepared formula. After warming, gently swirl the bottle to mix the formula, and test the temperature. If it’s too hot, cool it down by putting it in a bowl of cold water or by running it under the cold tap. 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Get the information you need to make an informed decision, and if you’re not sure, consult with your health professional, who’s in the best position to give you accurate advice for your baby and his or her needs.
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