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Dummies, pros and cons: your dummy questions answered

Whether it’s to do with breastfeeding, teeth or SIDS, here are some things to consider when deciding whether to give your child a dummy.

Easing the pain: toys and remedies for teething babies

Tagged with: Teething

This article explores teething toys and other remedies available to help your (currently grumpy) baby through the seemingly endless period of teething.

Eating disorders in pregnancy

Tagged with: First trimester, Second trimester, Third trimester, Food and nutrition, Pregnancy

Here we discuss eating disorders in pregnancy, with information on how to recognise the signs and how to get the support you need.

Eight facts about baby and newborn coughs and colds

Tagged with: 0-3 months, Common illnesses, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 9-12 months, 12-18 months, 18-24 months, Winter with your baby

It can be really challenging when your little one is under the weather and it's difficult not to worry, especially if you're a first-time parent. Here are some facts about baby coughs and colds.

Emotions during pregnancy

Tagged with: First trimester, Perinatal mental health, Second trimester, How you might be feeling, Third trimester

Your emotions might not necessarily only revolve around excitement when you’re pregnant. Find out why this happens and how to manage emotions in pregnancy.

Endometriosis: A short guide

Tagged with: First trimester, Pregnancy related conditions, Second trimester, Third trimester

It affects two million women in the UK so if you’re suffering, you’re definitely not alone. Here’s all the information you need

Episiotomy care and recovery

Tagged with: Common experiences after birth, Different types of birth, You after birth, After your baby is born

Episiotomies are not routine during childbirth but you might have needed one. We discuss episiotomy care and recovery and how to help your body heal.

Episiotomy during childbirth

Tagged with: You after birth

Some women need an episiotomy when they give birth. Here we talk about what it is, when they’re needed and what to expect if you have one.

Excessive saliva in pregnancy

Tagged with: Common discomforts, First trimester, Second trimester

You're probably getting a few odd pregnancy symptoms you hadn’t been expecting. Yet excessive saliva (ptyalism) might be one of the most unexpected...