Baby bucket list: Things to do before starting a family

If you're struggling to figure out when to start a family, take a look at our baby bucket list! Have you ticked all of these off, yet?


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Baby bucket list: Things to do before starting a family

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Again, we're not saying guzzle a whole bottle of red! But a small glass is contains plenty of antioxidants to keep you young. Too much alcohol will age you, though!5 of 19

Again, we're not saying guzzle a whole bottle of red! But a small glass is contains plenty of antioxidants to keep you young. Too much alcohol will age you, though!

Again, we're not saying guzzle a whole bottle of red! But a small glass is contains plenty of antioxidants to keep you young

It has been proven that those who follow a Mediterranean diet are more likely to live longer, and this is part in due to the inclusion of olive oil in their recipes.Studies have also show tha olive oil can protect you against heart disease.6 of 19

It has been proven that those who follow a Mediterranean diet are more likely to live longer, and this is part in due to the inclusion of olive oil in their recipes.Studies have also show tha olive oil can protect you against heart disease.

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According to studies, yogurt helps maintain good gut health and can prevent age-related intenstinal diseases. Plus its full of calcium.7 of 19

According to studies, yogurt helps maintain good gut health and can prevent age-related intenstinal diseases. Plus its full of calcium.

According to studies, yogurt helps maintain good gut health and can prevent age-related intenstinal diseases. Plus its full of calcium

Fish contains loads of omega-3 fats which help prevent the build up of cholesterol as well as fending off the risk of developing heart disease.8 of 19

Fish contains loads of omega-3 fats which help prevent the build up of cholesterol as well as fending off the risk of developing heart disease.

Fish contains loads of omega-3 fats which help prevent the build up of cholesterol as well as fending off the risk of developing heart disease

Now we're not saying that you should eat a jumbo sized bar of Galaxy to look young. In fact, the anti-oxidants in dark chocolate can help keep you healthy, young and full of vitality.9 of 19

Now we're not saying that you should eat a jumbo sized bar of Galaxy to look young. In fact, the anti-oxidants in dark chocolate can help keep you healthy, young and full of vitality.

Now we're not saying that you should eat a jumbo sized bar of Galaxy to look young. In fact, the anti-oxidants in dark chocolate can help keep you healthy, young and full of vitality

Nuts contain loads of protein and healthy fats, which help keep your skin and hair healthy and shiny. Great if you want to retain that youthful look.10 of 19

Nuts contain loads of protein and healthy fats, which help keep your skin and hair healthy and shiny. Great if you want to retain that youthful look.

Nuts contain loads of protein and healthy fats, which help keep your skin and hair healthy and shiny. Great if you want to retain that youthful look

Berries also contain anti-oxidants and they're packed full of vitamins which leaves your skin glowing.11 of 19

Berries also contain anti-oxidants and they're packed full of vitamins which leaves your skin glowing.

Berries also contain anti-oxidants and they're packed full of vitamins which leaves your skin glowing

Avocados contain healthy fats, antioxidants and amino acids which can help keep you feeling younger and full of energy. Chop some up in your salad or serve some delicious guacamole with some chopped veg next time you sit down with the family.12 of 19

Avocados contain healthy fats, antioxidants and amino acids which can help keep you feeling younger and full of energy. Chop some up in your salad or serve some delicious guacamole with some chopped veg next time you sit down with the family.

Avocados contain healthy fats, antioxidants and amino acids which can help keep you feeling younger and full of energy. Chop some up in your salad or serve some delicious guacamole with some chopped veg next time you sit down with the family

Tomatos are another staple in the Mediterranean diet. Make sure you use healthy, fresh tomatoes rather than sugary ketchup!13 of 19

Tomatos are another staple in the Mediterranean diet. Make sure you use healthy, fresh tomatoes rather than sugary ketchup!

Tomatos are another staple in the Mediterranean diet

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