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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
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.
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. 
Epidurals and spinals can be a very effective form of pain management during labour and birth. How do they work and how are they given? We explain more about them below.
Parents often have lots of questions about sex after having a baby. How long should you wait until having sex? Is it normal not to feel like it? We look at the facts below.
Does it have a best before date? And how exactly do you get it out? We have the answers to your most common questions about expressing breast milk.
When do you know your child's ready to start potty training? Well, you'll see the signs. Here we discuss the five common signs of potty training readiness.
What are the best ways to combine fun and learning in your baby’s early months? Here we discuss play and some of the games that can encourage your child’s development. 
What are the best ways to combine fun and learning as your infant begins to walk, talk and become more independent? Here we discuss some of the games and play that can encourage your child’s development. 
What are the best ways to combine fun and learning as your little one continues their march to their 1,000th day on Earth? Here we discuss some of the games and play that can encourage your child’s development. 

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