The first few months in particular you will notice huge changes in your baby’s growth and development; there is truth in the cliché ‘they grow so quickly’.

Newborn babies are often very alert and eager to feed right after birth. Straight after birth you produce this special substance called colostrum, which is full of infection-fighting antibodies.

Feeding directly off the breast is ideal, but there may be times in which you need to express and give your baby the goodness of breastmilk, out of a bottle.

There will be plenty of time for occasional treats when your baby is older, however particularly in the first two years when your baby’s tastes are developing, it is important for them to stick to

Your pregnancy: weeks 18-22. A month of finishing touches for your baby.

You might start seeing the first signs of pregnancy at this early stage. Learn more about what you can expect when you are 1 month pregnant. 

Your pregnancy: weeks 14-17. Your baby's individual features and sensory organs are now being fine-tuned.

Your pregnancy: weeks 36-40. It’s time for the final preparations before the big day.

Your pregnancy: weeks 5-8. A balanced diet, rich in vitamins and minerals, is important during this stage.

Your pregnancy: weeks 28-31. Changes in your body continue to take place as you enter your third trimester!

Your pregnancy: weeks 23-27. Your baby develops movements that will later help them take their first breath of air in the world by inhaling and exhaling amniotic fluid.

Explore the stages of labour, including early signs of labour and the first, second, and third stages. Gain insights here for a smoother birthing experience.

Your pregnancy: weeks 9-13. Your baby bump may not be showing, but you’ll begin to feel that your baby is there.

As your due date approaches, prenatal classes are a great way to prepare for the birth – and break through any fears you may have. Many women take their partners with them.

The process of toilet training takes time (and patience!) and is gradual. These general tips may help you in your toilet training journey.

From crawling to standing and taking their first steps, your baby is now moving quickly into toddlerhood and becoming more active and mobile all the time.

Follow these five games to keep your toddler amused.

The purpose of sterilisation is to kill off any harmful bacteria that may grow in equipment that has had milk in it, and there are many sterilisation methods available today.

It is extremely important to follow the storage and handling instructions provided on the tin of the baby formula you are using.

At 25 weeks pregnant, your baby is the size of a medium sweet potato. They might be getting restless now, pushing with their hands and feet. Learn more.

A little ta-da moment for the final week of your second trimester – your baby will open their eyes for the first time around now! Read more about this week.

Your baby still has some growing to do but as of today, they’re around 24 cm long from head to bottom, big enough laying down to fit on your forearm between your hand and your elbow.

Your little one is around 25 cm long from head to bottom and already weights about 1 kilogram, approximately a third of their birth weight.

As you inch your way towards the finish line – you will be giving birth in about ten weeks! – your baby is still growing by leaps and bounds, and most of their organs are fully functioning.

Every day, your baby develops more, getting ready to make an entrance into the world in just under 10 weeks. Has it gone fast or is the time creeping by for you? Every mum feels it differently.

At 31 weeks pregnant, your baby is the size of a leaf of kale. They will start getting into position for birth soon. Learn more.

Your baby is still developing as you head into the final lap, but it’s mostly perfecting and polishing from here on out. They are getting ready to meet you!

About six weeks. That’s how long you’ve got left before you get to meet the little person growing inside you. Amazing, right? We think so. Read on to know more about this week. 

Things are slowing down a little in your belly now. That’s because everything is getting close to being developed! Your baby is around 30 cm from head to bottom and weighs over 2 kilos.

In about a month, you’ll be holding that little bundle of joy in your arms. Until then, there’s still lots of polishing and refinement going on inside you. Read more about this week.

From now until your little gem makes their grand entrance, your baby will continue to grow.  They are already 34cm long from head to bottom and weighs about 2.5 kilograms!

Your baby tends to keep their head down, arms crossed, and legs folded up on their chest as there’s not much room to move around. They’ll be very glad to get out and stretch!