Thrush is a fungal infection of the mouth which many small babies get. It looks like a whitish coating. Thrush doesn't hurt, but can disturb your baby when he or she is feeding. But if you get it, it can hurt a lot.
Ouch! Your nipples can really hurt during the first few days of breastfeeding. The word "tender" is a major understatement. And it's hardly surprising - your nipples are completely unprepared for their new role. But it will get better and the pain will pass.
Putting your baby on the breast sounds easy, but all mothers breastfeeding for the first time can do with some guidelines on the correct sucking technique and a comfortable breastfeeding position.
When and how to change a diaper is not rocket science, but a few tips can come in handy. Here are some!
In your arms there is a small human being, wrinkly, red and vulnerable. From top to toe, here are a few things that are useful to know.
Naturally, you can feed your baby solely vegetarian food, but it's important that you have the necessary knowledge about such a diet.
Breastfeeding is the only thing you can't do. But you're still nearly as important as your partner in the breastfeeding process. That's because help and support are the key to successful breastfeeding.
Here is some down-to-earth wisdom from other mums .
A fever is a sign the body is fighting an infection such as a cold. Here are a few tips for babies running a temperature.
Getting first teeth is a milestone, no doubt about it. For some babies the first teeth pop through without any fuss, while others discover that teething really hurts.
Two people decide when it's time to stop using diapers/nappies: you and your toddler. There's no point trying to hurry the process; sooner or later all children say goodbye to diapers/nappies
You might find it hard to believe, but you're very likely to develop an interest in poo - your baby's poo to be precise. Poo can tell us a lot about a baby's general state of health and wellbeing.
