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The Crib

Practical baby care guides for UK parents. Explore teething, sleep, weaning and developmental milestones, with clear explanations and links to trusted sources to help you through the early years.

New Parents0–6 months
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Postpartum Hair Loss: Why It Happens and When It Stops

Postpartum hair loss starts around 3–6 months after birth, peaks near 4 months and usually resolves by 12 months. What helps and when to see your GP.

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Health3 months+
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Teething vs Illness: How to Tell the Difference

Teething gets blamed for everything — but it doesn't cause high fever or serious illness. Here's how to tell the difference between teething symptoms and something that needs medical attention.

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Activities0–12 months
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Baby Swimming: When Can Babies Go in a Pool and What to Know

Baby swimming is fantastic for bonding and development. Here's everything UK parents need to know: when to start, water safety, what to bring, and how to find lessons near you.

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SafetyAny age
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Baby Car Seat Safety: What Every UK Parent Needs to Know

UK car seat law, seat types, why rear-facing is safer, how to choose a seat and the fitting mistakes parents make most often.

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Baby Care0–6 months
Parent gently brushing baby's hair — cradle cap treatment and care
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Cradle Cap: What It Is, Why It Happens and How to Treat It

Cradle cap is one of the most common newborn skin conditions. It looks alarming but is harmless. Here's what causes it, how to treat it gently, and when to see a doctor.

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FeedingNewborn 0–3 months
Newborn breastfeeding — tongue tie signs, diagnosis and treatment
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Tongue Tie in Babies: Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment

Tongue tie affects around 4–11% of newborns in the UK and is a common cause of breastfeeding difficulties. How to recognise it, how it's diagnosed, and what treatment involves.

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Development3 months+
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Signs of Developmental Delay in Babies: What to Look For

Developmental delay in babies can be difficult to identify, but early intervention makes a real difference. What to look for, age by age, and when to seek help.

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Safety6 months+
A smiling baby stands safely inside a playpen, holding on to the padded rail
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How to Baby-Proof Your Home: A Room-by-Room Safety Guide

Once your baby starts moving, your home needs to move with them. Here's a practical room-by-room guide to baby-proofing before they're on the move.

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Baby Care0–6 months
Parent winding a baby over the shoulder — gas and wind relief tips
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How to Help a Gassy Baby: Wind Relief Tips for UK Parents

Simple wind relief for a gassy baby: winding positions, tummy massage, bicycle legs, feeding tweaks and when to see your GP.

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Baby Care3–12 months
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Are Silicone Teethers Safe for Babies?

A practical guide to choosing, using and cleaning a baby teether: age guidance, checks before use, supervision and following your item's own instructions.

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Baby Care3–12 months
A smiling baby lies on a play mat under a wooden baby gym
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Best Baby Teethers UK (2026): A Parent's Buying Guide

Which baby teether is best in the UK? Compare silicone and wood teethers by age, safety and use, with honest picks for newborns, 6-month-olds and on-the-go.

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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Week 40: Your Due Date — What Happens Next

Week 40: your baby's size, membrane sweeps, when induction is discussed, signs labour has begun and what happens in the first hours after birth.

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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Week 39: Almost There — Overdue Options and Your Baby Ready to Be Born

Week 39 of pregnancy: your baby's size and readiness, membrane sweeps, induction options after 41 weeks, and choosing to wait for labour.

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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Week 38: The Final Countdown — Your Body Preparing for Labour

Week 38 of pregnancy: your baby's size and development, cervical ripening, early labour signs, your midwife appointment and self-care.

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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Week 37: Full Term — What to Expect as Labour Approaches

At 37 weeks you're full term: baby is around 48.6cm and 2.9kg, with signs of labour and when to call your maternity unit.

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