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Safe sleep for babies

It is important to ensure an infants sleeping area is kept safe. Experts have identified certain things can help reduce the risk of death and injuries.

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How to hold your baby during kangaroo care

Kangaroo care (skin-to-skin care) is when you hold your newborn baby against your bare chest. Use this guide on how to hold your baby during kangaroo care.

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Swaddling your baby

Swaddling or wrapping your newborn baby can help settle them to sleep and reduce awakenings.

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Your baby in the first few days

Find out what you can expect from your newborn, like how often they feed and sleep, as well as other things you need to know.

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Dressing a newborn

When dressing your newborn, there are a few things to consider, like which clothes to use, how to dress them and making sure the change table is safe.

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Understanding your newborn baby’s body

Your newborn baby may look a little different than expected or have symptoms that worry you. Find out what’s normal and when to seek help.

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Baby poo colour chart

Just what can you expect to see in your baby's nappy? What you find may surprise you, but your baby's poo can tell you a lot about their health.

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Looking after your newborn

Learn all the basics on how to look after your newborn, from bathing and dressing to nappies, dummies and prams.

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A day in the life of a newborn

Most babies settle into a daily pattern of sleeping, feeding and playing, whether you follow what your newborn does or establish a simple routine.

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Bathing your newborn

Step-by-step infographic on how to give your newborn a bath.

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