The first month of a baby's life can feel like an eternity. Every worry you never thought you'd have suddenly come to haunt you. You're tired all the time, yet you have no time to do anything. Here are some tips to help you through the madness.
Newborn babies
Baby basics
Arm yourself with all the information you'll need to take of your newborn.
- Nappies - a guide
- Dummies and comforters - the lowdown on dummies and soothers
- Bathing newborns - preparation and confidence are all you need
- Newborns: Coping with advice - learn how to deal with information overload
- Newborns and feeding - breast, bottle or mixed feeding? It's your choice
Development
A newborn's senses start functioning from the moment they're born. From their first gurgle to the first smile, it's never to early to start communicating with your baby.
- Senses and reflexes in newborns - discover your baby's hidden talents
- Newborns: Developing personality - getting to know your child's personality
- Building confidence in newborns - equipping your baby with self-esteem
- Communicating with newborns - learn how to interact with your baby from the moment they're born
Safety and limits
Crying
There are big changes to be made by all newborn babies - and their parents - as they adjust to life outside the womb.
- Newborns and crying - recognising different cries and how to soothe them
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