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Here's a how-to guide to registering a birth in the UK, including where to register a birth, how soon you have to do it and what you need with you.
There’s no doubt that child number two can have their elder sibling’s cute babygrows and booties, but what about the rest? Or maybe it's your first but you want to choose sustainably rather than buying new. Here’s your guide…
From your growing bump to heartburn and (what feels like) a constantly full bladder, it can be harder to get an undisturbed night’s sleep in pregnancy. Try our tips for a better night’s slumber.
Think you’ve tried everything to soothe their tears? We’ve asked the experts – mums and dads – to share their nuggets of wisdom on how to stop babies crying.
If you’re pregnant or have just given birth, it’s crucial to be aware of the symptoms of sepsis. Here's what sepsis is, why it happens and how it's treated
We all know that keeping healthy and fit is really important, but how do you do it when you have a baby and it's hard to get to the gym? Here are some tips...
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It can be hard to know what the best sterilising method for your baby’s feeding equipment is and how to do it. Here's some information to help.
Whatever your reasons for stopping or reducing breastfeeding, it can be an emotional and confusing time. If you're considering reducing or stopping breastfeeding your baby or child, here are some tips that might help.
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You might have been looking forward to finally sleeping well as your baby gets older, but that doesn’t always happen. Read our tips for a better sleep.
You might be trying to make sure they don’t fall off the roundabout or get hit by a rogue kid. Here are our tips for navigating the park with your toddler.

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