Vivianbaby 6, June '09

Vivian CorporationSanitas Buildings, Tower StreetMsida MSD 1824Tel: 2134 4610 / 2134 4616 Email: [email protected]

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A useful guide to children’s growth

Dear Parents;

The warm season has arrived and with

it also our 6th issue of Vivian Baby News.

We have prepared for you a truly interesting

edition with lots of articles which deal with

summer topics.

We hope that you will find features

about Potty Training, sun Protection and

Teaching your Child to swim interesting

and informative. These have been compiled

especially for you together with those

concerning Vitamins and Minerals, and the

Importance of Fruit in your Child’s diet. As

usual our back page is reserved for our ever-

popular competitions which we encourage

you to take part in with the chance of

winning fantastic prizes.

Do drop us a line or an email with your

feedback as we love to hear from you and

whilst at it please do visit our website on

www.viviancorp.com\vivianbaby.

Have a safe and relaxing Summer!

Speech & Language

Speech and language are tools that humans use to communicate and share thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Speech is talking which is one way that a language can be expressed. Language, on the other hand, is the set of rules, shared by the individuals who are communicating (exchanging information). Language may also be expressed through writing, signing, or even gestures.

Dr. Rita MicallefM.sc. (Dub) Cal.sp.&Lang., M.sc. (Leic) Trg.&HRM., edD. (sheffield)

Dr. Rita Micallef is a Consultant on special education, a Manager at speech Language services and a Lecturer at the university of Malta.

DevelopmentEach and every child is different and develops

at his own pace

If you need help you may contact the Speech Language Department on 2123 0822

Speech and Language DevelopmentThe most intensive period of speech and

language development for humans is during the first three years of life, a period when the brain is developing and maturing. During this period, the brain is able to absorb any language. speech and language skills appear to develop best in an environment that is rich with sounds, sights, and consistent exposure to the speech and language of others.

The beginning signs of communication occur during the first few days of life when an infant learns that a cry will bring food, comfort, and companionship. The newborn also begins to recognize important sounds in his or her environment. As they grow, infants begin to sort out the speech sounds (phonemes) or building blocks that compose the words of their language and by six months of age, most children recognize the basic sounds of their native language. As the speech mechanism (jaw, lips, and tongue) and voice mature, an infant is able to make controlled sound. This begins in the first few months of life with “cooing,” a quiet, pleasant, repetitive vocalization. By

six months of age, an infant usually babbles or produces repetitive syllables such as “ba, ba, ba” or “da, da, da.” Babbling soon turns into a type of nonsense speech (jargon) that often

has the tone and cadence of human speech but does not contain real words. By the end of their first year, most children have mastered the ability to say a few simple words.

By eighteen months of age, most children can say eight to ten words. By age two, most are putting words together in crude sentences such as “more bread.” During this period, children rapidly learn that words symbolize or represent objects, actions, and thoughts. At this age they also engage in representational or pretend play. At ages three, four, and five, a child’s

vocabulary rapidly increases, and he or she begins to master the rules of language.

When should parents seek help?Parents should seek help when the child:• does not use words at an early stage

(single words are expected to develop by 18 months of age)

• does not understand simple vocabulary• is not being understood• consistently uses incorrect grammar• when social behaviour is inadequate• when attention skills are limited• when play skills are limited• cannot seem to understand or hear

others well enough• has difficulty with feeding and swallowing• has difficulties with reading, spelling and writing.

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Here are the stages of the growth of children’s feet a guide to selecting the correct Chicco shoes

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Chicco Physiological Shoes

Flexibility to start walking During this phase the shoe should have a light, soft sole that is particularly flexible so that the foot is free to move. Moreover, it must have a rounded, reinforced tip suitable for crawling. sizes available are 17 to 22. During this stage the sole is made with diffentiated thickness and is flexible, reactive and non-slip. The front part must bend easily under the pressure of a hand. The soles have specially designed cuts and folds that follows the foot’s natural and physiological flexing motion. The front and back heights have been studied to ensure the correct development of the leg muscles.

Stimulation to accompany your child’s first steps Children who start walking need shoes that can stimulate the soles of their feet, enhancing their foot development. The shoe must also be flexible, light, comfortable and have a look that already sets children apart. sizes available are 20 to 27. During this stage the insole needs to continuously stimulate the foot sole. Children need to walk on irregular surfaces, in order to stimulate the soles of their feet and also to strengthen the muscles and improve their posture.

Lightness to run and discover the world Now that their feet have grown, they need light confortable shoes because the time has come to break out and run. Thanks to their lightness, Chicco shoes allow the feet to move with freedom. Chicco kids offers the most fashionable colors and decorations for those little girls and boys because, of course, now they want to choose their own shoes. sizes available are 27 to 34. During this stage the upper part of the shoes where the toe ends must be rounded to leave enough room for the toes, thus helping them to better distribute their own weight. It is of vital importance that shoes fit correctly. Poorly fitting shoes may create feet and posture problems.

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Here are some tips for a successful Potty Training:• Choose a time to potty train when

nothing else significant is happening in your toddler's life e.g. the arrival of a new baby or starting nursery.

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preferably with elasticated waists.• It is possible to skip the potty stage and

use the toilet from the start. • Trainer pants (disposable nappies that

look and feel like pants) are ideal for trips away from home, but may confuse your child as they are so like nappies your child may forget the need to use the potty.

• Try to make sure using the potty is an enjoyable experience, try not to let it become associated with telling your child off.

• Do not get cross! Try to always remain calm, even if your toddler has made a mess. If accidents happen, remain

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sympathetic, your child will pick up on anxiety or frustration. It is so easy for a toddler to forget about the potty and the toilet. If accidents are making you irritable, leave training for a week or two and go back to nappies.

• Teach boys to use the potty sitting down at first. They can progress to standing up later

• You can devise a scheme to encourage your child with stickers or stars.

• You could try giving your child other small rewards such as a piece of fruit, if you think it would encourage the process.

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contain no harmful substances, therefore ideal for the skins and health of children. The exclusive formula contains Indian lilac, a plant which is universally recognized for its protective characteristics; the product is therefore safe and effective, and suitable for use on even the most sensitive skins of infants. Its softening action leaves the skin soft and fragrant without making it greasy. The range is made up of a spray, Roll-on and Gel.

After Bite • The soothing Relief Pen contains

Zanthoxylum extract, a Chinese plant universally recognised for its soothing properties, and is ideal for soothing children’s delicate skins. It is non-oily and fragrance-free.

Ultrasound anti-mosquitos devices• Completely ecological ultrasound and

electric insect repellent devices are also available including

Portable table device, Portable device, Plug in device and plug in, device.

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protection to the baby all along its vaporization duration. Active formula with geranium essential oil, lemongrass and lavender.

The sun is useful for the development of children. The sun stimulates the synthesis of Vitamin D which regulates the bone tissue.

However there can be dangers when exposure to sunlight is excessive or occurs without taking sufficient precautions: the most immediate reaction is sunburn, which may appear as a simple irritation, but can also turn into an actual burn with the formation of blisters which fill with liquid. Children’s skin is thinner and more fragile than that of adults, and is by nature highly sensitive to sunlight. This is because the defence mechanisms (melanin and stratum corneum) are not yet fully developed; the skin is therefore more exposed to the risk of burns which, in time, could develop into more serious illnesses. sunscreen during childhood is consequently of paramount importance, not only to protect children from the discomfort of sunburn, but also

Recent climate changes and the consequent increase in humidity have made the problem of mosquitoes increasingly apparent. Mosquitos are found in our homes throughout the year with a drastic increase during the summer months.Here are some useful tips on how to enjoy warm summer evenings with your children, protecting your delicate skins effectively and safely from the discomfort of mosquitoes: • do not leave plant holders full of water on the

window sills as these will attract unwanted insects into the house

• limit the use of perfumes or deodorants with intense fragrances that could attract

mosquitoes and midges• to defend children at night against insect bites,

fit a mosquito net with a fine mesh above the bed or pram

Natural insect repellents are basically divided into two broad categories • oils with high molecular weight – the most

common being neem Oil (Lillà of India), coconut oil, soybean oil• essential volatile oils- the most common being

essential oil of citronella, peppermint, cedar, verbena, geranium, lavender, pine, cinnamon, rosemary, basil, thyme, garlic, etc..

Children in the Sunto guarantee them healthy skin from when they are young. It is recommended to use products which have been made specifically to protect such sensitive skin from sunlight and provide deep hydration of the skin after exposure to the sun; ideally they should have the following characteristics:

• Protection against uVA and uVB rays• Fragrance free• With organo-mineral filters• Microbiologically tested• Dermatologically tested on sensitive skins• Water Resistant• even application

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It is important to remember that it is essential to use high protection factor products to screen children’s sensitive skin.

Recommendations when exposing children to the sun• Keep children and infants away from direct sunlight, however; always apply a sunscreen

product, applying it gently and evenly. • For complete protection, make sure children wear a hat, t-shirt and sunglasses with

polarized lenses; infants and younger children should be kept under the sun umbrella during the hottest hours of the day.

• Limit the hours of exposure, do not expose children to the sun for too long even if you use a sunscreen product.

• Avoid exposure to the sun during the hottest hours, i.e. between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. • The correct application of the product is as important as your choice. • Apply the sunscreen product before exposure to the sun; it is recommended to apply the

sunscreen about 20 minutes before exposure. • Re-apply frequently to maintain protection levels, especially after sweating or if they are

wet or you have dried them. • Prevent dehydration by making sure children drink enough liquids. • Make sure the products do not come into contact with their eyes.

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We are here to help you

Should you require any information about weaning your child, about our products as well as any other query, just get in touch with us via e-mail on [email protected], via phone on 21344610 / 21344616; or use our freephone 80073102. You can also go on-line and become a fan of our Plasmon (Malta) page on facebook; where you can leave comments and queries.

We also encourage you to send us any funny stories which your baby got into, recipes which you have created as well as funny shots of your baby during meal time!

Plasmon has lately introduced a new fruit variety in its range. This is the ‘Apple, Banana and Orange’ (Mela, Banana e Arancia) strained fruit. This product combines the tastes of apples and bananas with the nutritional value of oranges, an excellent source of Vitamin C. No preservatives or food colourings are added to this product, just like all the other Plasmon strained fruit. This fruit variety can be found in 80gr jars (packs of two) or else 80gr jars + 30% free (packs of two).

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Vitamins fall into two categories: fat soluble and water soluble. The Fat Soluble Vitamins – A, D, e and K - dissolve in fat and can be stored in the body. The Water Soluble Vitamins – C and the B complex Vitamins – need to dissolve in water before the body can absorb them. Because of this, the body cannot store these vitamins. Any extra Vitamin C or B which is taken, above the Recommended Daily Intake, is not stored so one needs a fresh supply of these vitamins daily.

Whereas vitamins are organic substances (derived from plants or animals), minerals are inorganic elements that come from the soil and water and are absorbed by plants or eaten by animals. The body needs larger amounts of some minerals such as Calcium, to grow and stay healthy. Other minerals like chromium, copper, iodine, iron, selenium and zinc are called trace minerals because one only needs very small amounts daily.

The following tables will be going into more detail, with regards to the function of the main Vitamins and Minerals required by little children to grow and stay healthy.

Vitamins

Vitamin A Prevents eye problems, promotes a healthy immune system, is essential for the growth and development of cells and keeps the skin healthy.sources: Milk, eggs, darkly coloured oranges, green vegetables, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, apricots, peaches.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) Thiamin helps the body convert carbohydrates into energy and is necessary for the heart, muscles, and nervous system to function properly.sources: Meat, fish, peas, fortified cereals and pasta.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Riboflavin is essential for turning carbohydrates into energy and producing red blood cells. It is also important for vision.sources: Meat, eggs, legumes (peas & lentils), dairy products, green leafy vegetables.

Vitamin B3 (niacin)Niacin helps the body turn food into energy. It helps maintain healthy skin and is important for nerve function.sources: Red meat, poultry, fish.

each Vitamin / Mineral source mentioned in the tables below should be given to your child

when appropriate and as suggested by your

paediatrician

Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 helps in the formation of red blood cells, and it is important for nerve cell function.sources: Fish, red meat, poultry, milk, cheese, eggs.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)Vitamin C is needed to form collagen, a tissue that helps to hold cells together. It is essential for healthy bones, teeth, gums, and blood vessels. It helps the body absorb iron and Calcium, aids in wound healing, and contributes to brain function.sources: Red berries, red & green bell peppers, kiwi, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, orange Juice.

Vitamin DVitamin D strengthens bones because it helps the body absorb bone-building calcium.sources: sunlight on the skin, egg yolks.

Vitamin EVitamin E is an Antioxidant and helps protect cells from damage. It is also important.sources: Vegetable oils, green leafy vegetables, whole grains for the health of red blood cells.

Folate (Folic Acid or Folacin) Folate helps the body make red blood cells. It is also needed to make DNA sources: Legumes, green leafy vegetables, asparagus, oranges & citrus fruits, poultry.

Minerals

Calcium Vital for building strong bones and teeth.sources: Milk & other dairy products – such as cheese & yoghurt. Broccoli and dark green leafy vegetables.

Iron Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of the body. sources: Red meat, pork, fish, poultry, beans, green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, and grain products.

MagnesiumMagnesium helps muscles and nerves function, steadies the cardiac rhythm, and keeps bones strong. It also helps the body create energy and make proteins.sources: Whole grain products, green leafy vegetables, potatoes, beans, bananas, kiwi and broccoli.

PhosphorusPhosphorus helps form healthy bones and teeth. It also helps the body make energy. It forms part of every cell membrane, and every cell in the body needs phosphorus to function normally.sources: Dairy foods, meat, fish.

PotassiumPotassium helps with muscle and nervous system function. It also helps the body maintain the balance of water in the blood and body tissue.sources: Broccoli, potatoes, green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, bananas, peas.

ZincZinc is important for normal growth, strong immunity and wound healing. sources: Red meat, poultry, milk & other dairy products, whole grains.

Vitamins & MineralsVitamins and minerals are essential elements required by the body to function properly. They boost the immune system, support normal growth and development, and help cells and organs to work properly.

The discerning mother chooses Plasmon strained fruit because it is:• Gluten free• Enriched with Extra Vitamin C• Finely strained• GMO Free• Free from preservatives• Free from food colourings

For the hot summer months Plasmon strained fruits

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Living on an island surrounded by the sea, it is obviously very important for your child to learn to swim at an early age. But what is the right age to begin to teach your child to swim?

It is often a misconception that a child has to be at least school age or older before they are old enough to master the art of swimming, but reality is that some children can learn to swim before they can walk. Children aged between six months and three years have the ability to learn to swim on their own with the proper teaching, but a good age to start proper lessons with a qualified swimming instructor is around four years old.

But there is a lot you can do to prepare your child before they start formal lessons, firstly by building their confidence in the water.

Giving your baby confidence in the water can start from birth, by splashing water gently over your babies’ body every time you give them a bath. Once your child is happy and relaxed playing in the bath, start getting them used to having water splashed on their face as part of a game. You will then find that by getting your child used to water at home, it makes the transition of going to the swimming pool or sea much easier.

When you feel the time is right for your child to start going to the swimming pool make sure you go prepared. Take a towel with a hood, or a towelling dressing gown, so as soon as you have finished you can wrap them up warmly, also a warm drink and perhaps a snack, as your child will probably be hungry and thirsty when you have finished. It is a good idea to take a few of their favourite waterproof toys to play with in the water and don’t forget the waterproof nappies if your child still needs them!

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to swimRemember any

child should never be left alone in the water until they are strong swimmers. Accidents in the

water can happen in seconds, even if you

are close by.You will know when your child

has reached the stage when they need proper swimming lessons. It is always advisable to arrange for a qualified swimming instructor to teach your child, ask your family and friends for a recommendation. This way suitable lessons can be arranged for both your child’s age and ability. The whole event needs to be an enjoyable experience for your child so they learn quickly and want to return for the next lesson.

Teaching your child to swim can sometimes be a frustrating process, but swimming is a very important part of your child’s education, and you must focus on getting them water safe and confident even if their swimming techniques are not perfect to start with. Their style will have years to develop and swimming is a skill that will keep them safe in water and give them a lifetime of pleasure.

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There is a great deal you can do as a parent at the pool before you begin taking them to swimming lessons to make sure your child is as prepared as possible, this way they will learn to swim in the fastest possible time.

A few children will always take to the water very quickly, with very little fear, although most will prefer to take things slowly, remember each child is different and make sure you allow your child to progress at a speed that suits them, and take each stage step by step.

It is very important to establish trust with your child in the water. Any child will initially be more willing to try out new things with a parent than an instructor. To begin with it is a good idea just to sit your child on the side of the pool and let them splash their feet in the water as part of a game. Once your child is relaxed and happy get into the pool and gently lift your

child into the water. You can then progress to holding your child firmly around his/her tummy and move him/her gently around the pool, talking and encouraging them all the time. Allowing them to get their face wet will also help them in the future as being able to put their face in the water is a significant step forward when learning to swim.

Once they are happy being moved around the pool encourage your child to actively kick their legs and make bubbles, they will love this game and it begins to give them the feeling of moving through the water independently.

Jumping in to the pool into a parents arms can also be a great game and a good confidence builder. Start with your child sitting on the side of the pool, count down, three- two – one and let them fall into your arms. The more fun you make this game the quicker they will be jumping into the pool without any fear!

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It is very important to establish trust with your child in the water. Any child will initially be more willing to try out new things with a parent than an instructor.

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Calcium has many very important functionsinthebody,whichincludeboththehealthydevelopmentofbonesandtheformationandprotectionofteeth.

Ourbodiesareunabletomakecalcium, so it is important that we getsufficientamountsofthisvitalmineralfromourdiet.Thisisespeciallyimportantinayoungchild.Ifachild’scalciumintakeisinsufficientduringthetimewhentheirbonesaregrowinganddeveloping,thebonesmaynotreachpeakbonemassinadulthoodandthiscouldleadtoproblemsinlaterlifewithincreasedchancesofbonefracturesandadiseasecalledosteoporosis,alsoknownas‘brittlebonedisease’.

Calciumisalsoessentialforstrongandhealthyteeth.Mineralizationofourbaby’steethbeginsinthewombbeforebirthandtheformationofenameliscompletedduringthefirstyearoflife.Somakingsureourchildrenhavesufficientcalciumintheirdietisveryimportantforthecorrect

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Why is Calcium so important in a diet?

formationofteeth,andforcontinuedhealthyteeththroughouttheirlives.

Which foods contain calcium?Goodsourcesofcalciuminclude:• milk• dairyproducts,suchascheese

andyoghurt• cannedfishwithbones,suchas

sardines• fortifiedbreakfastcereals• soyabeanproducts,suchastofu• greenleafyvegetables,such

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fussyeaters,soonewayyoucanbesureyourchildreceivessufficientcalciumdailyistoinclude2–3servingsofSMAProgressKids,aGrowingUpMilkforchildrenagedonetofourthatcontains1000mgofCalciumper200mLserving,alongwith500IUofVitaminD.whichisessentialinhelpingwiththebodiesabilitytoabsorbCalcium.Soalongwithahealthydiet,itisaneasyway for a parent or carer to make surethattheirchildreceivesallthecalciumitneedsforhealthygrowthanddevelopment.

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ThecompetitionisopentoallchildrenbetweenoneandfourandtherewillbeawinningboyandawinninggirlwhowillsharethetitleofSMAMaltaCutestKid2009.Thephotographsofthe12finalistswillbeusedtoproducea2010SMAProgressKids/ChildMagazinecalendarwhichwillbedistributedattheendoftheyear!entriescanbesentfromnowtilltheendofJulyandwinnerswillbeannouncedattheendofsummer!Sogetyourcamerasoutandstartclicking!

RULES & REGULATIONS: 1.entrantsmustbeagedbetween12monthsandfouryearsonthe1stJanuary2009.2.Onlyonephotographofeachchildcanbeenteredintothecompetition.Morethanoneentrycanbeacceptedfromeachfamilyiftheymorethanonechildintheagerange.3.Closingdateforthecompetitionwillbethe31stJuly2009.Photographsreceivedafterthisdatewillnotbeconsidered.4.SMANutritionwillhavetheoptiontousethephotographofanyentrantsforitsownpromotionaluse.Undernocircumstanceswillthedatagatheredfromthisformbepassedontothirdparties.

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H 500 Euro Children’s Savings Bond for each winnerH Professional photoshoot for each winner and the other 10 finalistsH SMA Progress Kids trophy

PhOTO COMPETITION 2009

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marchWINNERS Vivian Baby would like to congratulate the following winners of Issue 5

Chicco: Marion Demanuele from LuqaPlasmon: Mariella Azzopardi, Felicienne Micallef, Jocelyn GaleaSMA: Marisa ciappara, Qawra (Nucleotides competition)Vivian Baby: Fleur Bianchi, Silvyanne Zammit Bondin, Marylise Farrugia

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Competitions are open OnLY to Plasmon & Chicco Club members. If you are not a member yet, kindly contact us via email on [email protected] or via-telephone on Freephone: 80073102 and ask for registration

ThefirstcorrectanswerdrawnwillWIN 6 tins of SMA Progress Kids worth e33.54. Inordertoparticipateinthiscompetitionpleasesendyouranswer,togetherwithyourname,addressandcontacttelephonenumberto:SMA Nutrition (Calcium Competition) Sanitas Building, Tower StreetMsida MSD1824by not later than 30 July 2009

ThewinnersdetailsmaybepublishedinthenextissueoftheVivianBabynewsletter.

Q & AWhich vitamin is essential in helping our bodies absorb Calcium and is found in SMA Progress Kids?

Answer the following question:

Is the Plasmon Strained Fruit Enriched with Extra Vitamin C?A. TrueB. False

Send an SMS with your answer (A or B) to 5061 9615 by 30 July 2009 along with your name & surname. Each SMS costs €0.28

The first drawn correct answer will win a hamper with €30 worth of Plasmon products, tailor made for the age of your child. Two Runners up will win a Plasmon Recipe Book.

Colour in a photocopy of this part of the newsletter (only one entry per member is allowed) together with a Frollissimi proof of purchase and send to

Plasmon Kids Corner, Vivian Baby, June 2009 Vivian Corporation, Sanitas Building, Tower Street Msida MSD 1824

by not later than 30 July 2009 and WIN an Orchard Jigsaw puzzle

Trace the shortest route to reach the Vivian Corp. logo by finding your way out of this maze!

The first 3 winners drawn will each get a hamper full of Chicco, Plasmon and SMA products.

Closing date: 30 July 2009

send a photocopy with your correct answer to: Chicco Mummy’s Competition Vivian Baby, June 2009 Vivian Corporation, sanitas BuildingTower street Msida, MsD 1824by not later than 30 July 2009

The gift for the first correct answer will be a summer hamper including, zanza no spray, zanza no device, zanza no plug in with liquid, sunspray and after sun

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