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August is National Breastfeeding Month, and it's a great time to learn more about nursing! For centuries, breastfeeding has been the preferred method of feeding newborns and infants. Not only is it the best way to provide nutrition, but it also helps to foster a strong bond between mother and child.

The days leading up to the big day when you can finally meet your bundle of joy and bring them home often come with joyful anticipation, utter confusion, and overwhelming stress. The list of things to prepare seems endless – each category of product boasting its own subgroup of various kinds. It brings forth a resounding truth about parenthood: it starts before you actually welcome your little one.

Always the little explorer, your little one is constantly out and about investigating their surroundings through their seven senses (yes, seven!). Even without having mastered verbal and non-verbal languages, your baby is constantly learning and developing. By way of hands-on learning and exploration, your little one is slowly crafting out their sense of self, one that is separate from you and their caretakers, as well as of their environment.

When your little one is around six months old, they’ll typically be ready to start taking on solids in addition to continuing on with either breast- or bottle-feeding. For those who aren’t yet aware, (and we totally get it by the way, considering the million and one new terms to learn when becoming a parent) this process is referred to as weaning.

As you prepare to bring your sweet newborn baby home, you may find yourself running around to compile a laundry list of baby essentials.

Having a baby is arguably the most life-changing event people will go through. Even the simple act of going grocery shopping transforms and becomes exponentially more challenging – not only are you ticking items off your shopping list; you’re also working hard to keep bub entertained so they don’t fuss!

When you bring your beautiful, brand-new baby home from the hospital, it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed. There are so many things to remember to properly care for them, from feeding and bathing to how to properly change their diaper, settling them when they’re upset and a million and one other things.

If you’re about to become a first-time parent or have just recently had your very first child, you might not yet be well-versed in all the new vocabulary that comes with the territory. But don’t worry, you’re definitely not the only one!

Whether you’re awaiting the arrival of your newborn or already have an infant or toddler (or both!) at home, an essential item you’ll need is a reliable way to transport your little ones around.

Is your little one waking up in the middle of the night? Here are some tips to help your child with sleep regression.

Your due date is approaching, and you are getting excited for the arrival of your little child. It is time to start preparing and packing your hospital bag. If you’re not sure where to start, we have collated a checklist for you to follow, to ensure you have all that you need, and to remove the fuss of rushing to get something last minute.

A few pointers to ensure your child is as safe as it can be when you are in the car

When your children have children of their own you enter an exciting new stage in your life. Ideally, there should be a subtle change from a child/adult relationship to one of adults supporting one another. But it's not always this easy.

Almost all babies get bouts of red, sore skin in the nappy area at some time. It can make your baby uncomfortable and they may even cry more than usual. But don't worry, some simple steps can soon sort out the problem. And you are not alone - it is estimated that about one in three babies suffer from nappy rash at any given time

Most babies love bathtime – it may be because it's a similar feeling to being in the womb, or just that babies love having time without their nappies on, but it's probably a combination of both with the added pleasure of mummy, daddy or a grandparent splashing and laughing with them.

Children under the age of five stand a greater risk of having an accident than any other age group. About half these accidents occur in the home. However, many of these accidents can be avoided by thinking ahead and taking simple safety precautions.

Many women will find it refreshing to hear that life as you know it is not over when you have a baby. A very high percentage of women return to work after giving birth and have highly successful careers.

If your baby cries inconsolably for hours on end he may have colic. This always used to be blamed on a digestive problem – a form of baby indigestion - but now doctors disagree. Whatever the cause, there is little more distressing than a baby with colic. The inconsolable crying pierces your heart, shreds your nerves, destroys your patience and may leave you as tearful as your baby. Be reassured that your baby WILL grow out of this, and there is much you can do to console him in the meantime.