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Pregnancy

Breastfeeding Essentials

Planning to breastfeed but not sure how to start preparing?  Here is a list of our breastfeeding tips for first-time parents to help you prepare.   

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1-2 years

Baby Talk: Encouraging Baby's First Words

Your baby’s first words are likely to happen around their first birthday. Here are some things you can do to encourage your baby to talk.  

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1-2 years

How to Encourage Your Baby’s First Steps

It can be both thrilling and terrifying watching your baby’s first steps. Here are some ways you can help when they’re learning to walk.

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Pregnancy

Maternity Leave Checklist

There’s a lot to think about when you’re planning maternity leave from work. Here are our tips to get you ready for your parental leave.

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0-4 months

Comebacks to Unwanted Breastfeeding Questions

Stop those unwanted breastfeeding questions in their tracks with these useful breastfeeding comebacks.

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Pregnancy

A Guide on Foods to Avoid While Pregnant

What you eat (and drink!) during pregnancy can impact your developing baby. It’s important to be aware of foods to avoid while pregnant which can make you and your baby unwell. 

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4-6 months

Baby Led Weaning – What is BLW?

Apart from the traditional 3 stage process of introducing solids, you may find other ways or methods to follow.

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Pregnancy

What Is Different About a Twin Pregnancy?

Today, around 2-3% of women are having multiple births, with twin pregnancy accounting for over 95 percent of these. 

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Pregnancy

What is preterm labour and can you help reduce the risks?

Having a preterm labour or premature birth can be especially worrying if you’re expecting a baby. But what is preterm labour? What causes premature birth?

What Support is Available If I've Decided to Formula Feed
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0-4 months

What Support is Available If I've Decided to Formula Feed

There are many parents out there just like you, who have for whatever reason, decided not to breastfeed, and given this is to be an unlikely easy decision, it’s important to know what support is th

mother holding crying baby
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0-4 months

What is Colic in Babies?

Wondering how to help your colicky baby? Learn more about baby colic and get tips on how to soothe colic symptoms in newborns here.  

Diarrhoea in Babies 2
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0-4 months

Baby & Newborn Diarrhoea

It is important to know what to expect in a nappy so you can then know when your baby’s poo is abnormal and may need healthcare professional advice.

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4-6 months

Constipation in Newborns

There is likely to be slight differences in poo between babies depending on their age and what food or milk is being consumed.

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1-2 years

Toddler Diarrhoea - What To Do

Diarrhoea in toddlers is characterised by very frequent, liquid stools. It is important to identify the cause before diarrhoea can be treated effectively.

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1-2 years

My Toddler is Constipated - What Now?

Your toddler may poo once a day or once every few days. This article explains the possible causes of constipation in children and how to help alleviate it.

Mother breastfeeding baby on a chair
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0-4 months

Breastfeeding Diet & Food to Avoid When Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding requires approximately 2000-2100 kilojoules extra each day compared with if you were not breastfeeding. This is a lot of extra food (and fluid) to fit in!

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Pregnancy

What Do I Pack in My Hospital Bag? - Hospital Bag Checklist

Is your due date around the corner and you’re not sure what to pack in your hospital bag? We’ve put together a simple hospital bag checklist with all the essentials.

What's in Baby Formula
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0-4 months

Baby Formula Ingredients

Baby formulas will never be equal to breast milk, however they have been formulated to provide the necessary nutrients to support normal growth and development when breast milk is not available.&nb

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Pre Pregnancy

What’s the Best Fertility Diet?

If you’re thinking about having a baby, it’s a good time to look at your diet. Discover below which fertility foods are essential for a healthy pregnancy.

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0-4 months

When Do Infants Sleep Through the Night?

Getting enough sleep during the day and night is vital for your baby’s optimal growth and development. When your baby first comes home from the hospital, you will notice your little one h

Your toddler’s hunger & fullness cues
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1-2 years

Your Toddler’s Hunger & Fullness Cues

Got a hungry toddler? Here are some hunger and fullness cues to watch out for during your toddler's development.

Short of menu ideas?
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1-2 years

Short of Menu Ideas?

It’s difficult to find well-balanced meal ideas every day for your toddler.

Healthy eating habits are set early in life
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1-2 years

Healthy Eating Habits Are Set Early in Life

By two years of age, dietary patterns of children start to become established.

Make every bite count for baby’s growth and development
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6-9 months

Make Every Bite Count For Baby’s Growth and Development

Starting your little one on solid foods is quite a milestone!

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6-9 months

Baby Nutrition - Mini Meals For Mini People

The dietary needs for infants during the first year of life are higher than those of adults.

Your 6 to 12 month old’s hunger & fullness cues
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6-9 months

Your 6 to 12 Month Old’s Hunger & Fullness Cues

Is your hungry baby eating enough? Here are some hunger and fullness cues to watch out for in babies sitting up.

Ready for finger-feeding?
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4-6 months

Ready for finger-feeding?

At around 8 months old, your baby will be able to grasp and pick up small pieces of food.

Father feeding their child solids
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4-6 months

Introducing Solids to Infants: Your Guide to Starting Solids

Starting solid foods is a new and exciting step in your baby’s development journey, but knowing where to start can be confusing. Let us help you master mealtimes!

Baby’s evolving needs
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6-9 months

Baby’s Evolving Needs

Around six months of age, baby’s evolving needs call for the introduction of appropriate complementary foods.

Introducting a bottle of expressed breastmilk
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0-4 months

How to Use Expressed Breast Milk for Bottle-Feeding

Bottle-feeding does not mean an end to breastfeeding. It may just be another means for your baby to continue to receive full nutrition in the form of expressed breastmilk.

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Pregnancy

40 Weeks Pregnant - Trimester 3

Time’s up! If they haven’t already, your baby will arrive any day now. And then you will be a parent at last! Read more about this week.

Mother in striped top breastfeeding her baby in a white onesie
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0-4 months

Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) & Infant Immune Health

Explore the role of Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) in breast milk and how they support infant immunity and promote a healthy gut.