A note from our Editor
Charis Torrance
Summer is here, and the Earth has completed a full rotation since I joined the Baby’s and Beyond team. There’s plenty to celebrate – including my little one turning three… Still, just when you think the tantrums are behind you, they get dialled up a notch! Luckily, Jonathan Hoffenberg shares his hilarious yet scientific take, along with practical tips to survive the toddler tornado (page 78). We’re also proud to announce the winners of our Baby’s and Beyond Baby of the Year competition! The entries were so impressive, it was agonising to whittle down the hundreds of entrants to a top 10, but you, the readers, voted. Turn to page 15 to see who came out on top. Kick up your feet poolside and dive right in!
- Charis
Womb To World
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Beyond The Bump
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Healthcare
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BREASTFEEDING, PARENTING, NUTRITION AND RECIPES
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