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CARING FOR YOUR BABY
breast feeding
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bath time for baby
how to top 'n' tail
baby clothes
dressing your baby
changing bags
good sleep habits
baby health
playtime
top products for mums
caring for your baby
breast feeding
As well as helping to protect your little one from illnesses, breastfeeding is great for bonding, and it's hassle-free, too. Its does take a bit of practice - but you'll soon be a natural.
expressing
Once breastfeeding is established, you may want to try to introducing a bottle too, using expressed milk or formula. Sharing the duties is a great way to involve your partner.
how to change a nappy
With around 10 changes a day you'll be getting a lot of practice! You'll soon be a pro with nappies - our step-by-step guide will help you get started.
bath time for baby
Babies love the soothing warmth of a bath, so it's a great opportunity to have some fun and bond with your little one.
how to top 'n' tail
Newborns don't need bathing every day, as it can dry out their delicate skin. To keep her fresh and clean between baths, try a simple daily top 'n' tail
baby clothes
Dressing is a whole new experience for your baby, and manoeuvring wriggly arms and legs into tiny outfits can be daunting at first. Be patient and gentle - you'll soon get the hang of it.
dressing your baby
In the early days, a bodysuit and sleepsuit are the most practical option - but once you start to get out and about more, you'll want to show your little one off in cute, colourful and cosy clothes.
changing bags
You'll need something big to carry around everything you'll need for a trip out - but there's no need to sacrifice style. Here's our guide to those changing bag essentials.
good sleep habits
No matter how tired they are, young babies can take a little persuasion before they'll nod off. Here's how to get him into good habbits from day one.
baby health
Five common baby health problems and how you can help.
playtime
It may seem like your new baby doesn’t do much except eat and sleep - but those few hours a day that she's awake and alert are vital for her development. You can boost her ability to learn and strengthen her bond with you through play.
top products for mums
No one knows better than real mums and dads which products are truly indispensable when you’re caring for a newborn. These top buys come up trumps in the early days.