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In section: Professional
Preparation for Birth and Beyond (PBB) is a new antenatal education programme developed by a multi-disciplinary group of professional and voluntary sector agencies and Department of Health representatives.
Tagged with: Parenting
NCT looks at what to expect and prepare for in the first three months with your new baby – from feeding to bath time to sleep.
Tagged with: Parenting
Development
There are lots of developmental changes at this stage. It is likely your baby will:
Start to walk unaided.
Start saying simple words, such as ‘dad’, ‘mum’, ‘dog’ and ‘cat’.
Point to things she likes.
Show a...
Tagged with: Parenting
Development
Most children will have started to walk by now, and your child will be probably be doing some or all of the following:
Climbing on furniture
Running
Increasing her vocabulary and sometimes putting two words together (‘new shoes’ or ‘...
By 2020 NCT will reach 20 million new and expectant parents. Come to the 2020 tour and help us to make this goal possible.
Tagged with: Parenting
Between three and six months, your baby will become stronger and more mobile. This is an exciting time for both of you.
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This will be a busy time for you and your baby as she starts to explore the world of solid food and perhaps start teething.
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From that little bundle that seemed so helpless, your baby will suddenly become more independent – crawling and perhaps even saying their first words.
Tagged with: 0-3 months, You after the birth, Parenting
It's normal for women to experience blood loss after birth. Here we provide a guide to what to expect in the first few weeks.
In section: About NCT
NCT is here to support parents. We give them accurate, impartial information so that they can decide what’s best for their family, and we introduce them to a network of local parents to gain practical and emotional support. We are the UK’s largest...
We have a fantastic package of resources to support your event and The Cheeky Monkeys Team are here to help you every step of the way. This will make your Cheeky Monkeys Tea Party a great success and fun day for all.
In section: Get Involved
Why not join us in this fun run for women which takes place in Hyde Park, London. September 11th 2011
It's always a good idea when organising a party, no matter how big or small, to keep track of what you're doing.
In section: Get Involved
Over 200,000 expectant and new parents attend NCT Nearly New Sales every year.
Display flyers and posters in local libraries, schools, shops and at your children's play groups and activities.
Tagged with: First stage, Guide to labour, Second stage, Third stage, Birth
The first hour following the birth of your baby's placenta is known as the fourth stage of labour. It is a very special time for you and your baby.
In section: Courses
Alison has been an NCT Antenatal Teacher for the past 9 years and is also a qualified NCT-Birth Companion or Doula. Alison has two children of her own and strongly believes that birth can and should be a positive experience for every woman.
Alison...
In section: Courses
Amber grew up in Somerset, but after meeting her partner moved to Swansea where she has lived for the last seven years. She runs her own financial services business and has two young children both of whom were born in Swansea. The birth of her...
Tagged with: First stage, Home birth, Second stage, Third stage, Birth
Information from NCT on home birth including NHS home birth, giving birth at home with an independent midwife, home birth vs hospital birth, risks and benefits.
In section: Courses
Anne is located in the Dumfries area.
Her contact details are:Annee.booth@tiscali.co.uk01848 331799.