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Choosing childcare that suits your family

Tagged with: Childcare, Practicalities of being a parent
Childcare comes in all shapes and sizes so you will find something that suits your family. Read on for more about your options and what to consider.

Common emotions when expecting a baby

Tagged with: Perinatal mental health, Wellbeing and lifestyle in pregnancy, Wellbeing and lifestyle in pregnancy, Health & emotional wellbeing, Related articles
The adjustment to pregnancy, as well as getting ready for the birth and parenthood, can bring a lot of emotional changes. Read about how pregnancy can affect parents before the baby arrives.

Constipation in babies and toddlers

Tagged with: Baby and toddler health
We explain what happens when a baby or young child becomes constipated, how to treat it and when to get support.

Coughs, colds, sore throats and ear infections in babies

Tagged with: Baby and toddler health
Read about what might be making your child seem unwell, how to treat common respiratory and ear infections at home and when to go to the doctor.

Developmental hip dysplasia in babies (DDH)

Tagged with: 0-3 months, What to watch out for, Baby and toddler health
Find out more about developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), symptoms, treatment and pavlik harnesses here.

Diarrhoea and vomiting in babies

Tagged with: 0-3 months, Common illnesses, 3-6 months, What to watch out for, 6-9 months, Baby and toddler health, 9-12 months, 12-18 months, 18-24 months
Here we look at the symptoms and causes of diarrhoea and vomiting in babies and young children, and when to seek medical advice.

Drinking alcohol while pregnant or breastfeeding

Tagged with: Feeding your baby or toddler, Wellbeing and lifestyle in pregnancy, Challenges, Learning how to breastfeed
Is it safe to drink alcohol during pregnancy or while breastfeeding? What is the effect on the baby of drinking during these times? We look at the evidence. 

Driving with your baby or toddler long distance: tips for road trips

Tagged with: Practicalities of being a parent
If you’re taking the car to your holiday destination or heading off on a road trip, here’s how to make your drive go smoothly

Dummies, pros and cons: your dummy questions answered

Tagged with: Caring for your baby or toddler
Some parents or caregivers give their baby a dummy, also known as a pacifier or soother. But what is the evidence behind using a dummy? We explore some of the research below.

Eating in pregnancy and after birth

Tagged with: Wellbeing and lifestyle in pregnancy
What foods are safe or not to eat during pregnancy? Is there anything else that should be eaten? What about vitamin supplements? We look at nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding.