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Tagged with: After the birth, Baby health, Caring for your baby, Baby and toddler health, Baby health
Newborn jaundice is common and causes yellowed skin and eyes. We discuss the symptoms, treatment and signs there might be cause for concern.
Tagged with: Baby health, Baby and toddler health, Baby health
Infections can cause a high temperature or fever in children. We discuss the signs and symptoms of fever, the causes and when to seek medical advice.
Tagged with: Caring for your baby or toddler, Sleep
It might not feel like it's time to rise and shine when your child wakes at 5.30am every morning. So here’s what you can do about early waking.
Tagged with: Feeding your baby or toddler, Bottle & mixed feeding, Using EBM or formula, Exploring other feeding decisions
With so many different formula milk brands on the market, how do you know which one to choose for your baby? Are the more expensive ones better? Find out everything you need to know here.
Tagged with: Caring for your baby or toddler
This article explores that magical moment of buying your little one’s first shoes, when to start thinking about buying them and what to look for.
Tagged with: Feeding your baby or toddler, 6-9 months, Introducing solids, 9-12 months, 12-18 months
We discuss when it’s okay for your baby to drink water. We also look at how to keep your baby hydrated in hot weather.
Tagged with: Baby health, Caring for your baby, Baby and toddler health, Baby health
It takes time to feel confident that you know when a baby is seriously ill. With experience you start to recognise the signs. Here’s some guidance on when to call the GP or emergency services.
We have another article on common illnesses in babies…
Tagged with: Wellbeing and lifestyle in pregnancy
Pregnancy can affect your hair and skin, but can a normal beauty routine be continued during pregnancy? Is it safe to work with beauty products while pregnant? We look at which treatments are safe and which ones aren’t.
Tagged with: Caring for your baby, Caring for your baby or toddler, Caring for your baby, Crying and comforting
Although it can be distressing and frustrating for the parent or caregiver, it’s completely normal for a new baby to cry. We look at what to expect, explain what colic is and what you can do to help.
Tagged with: Health & emotional wellbeing, Labour & birth decisions, Pain in labour, Place of birth, care options and birth supporters, Places of birth and care options, Informed decision making for birth
Birth and postnatal plans are a good way to discuss options with the partner or birth partner (where there is one) and midwife before the birth. Read more about why they’re useful and what to include.
Courses & workshops
NCT Antenatal course
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