Pregnancy & Baby

Advice for Parents and Pregnant Mothers Becoming a parent can be one of the most exciting and wonderful times in your life, but it can also be nerve-wracking and hit you with unexpected twists and turns. You’re not alone, most of the problems you’ll face as a parent have been experienced by lots of other parents who have discovered ways to help you get through anything. This section of our site is dedicated to guides and advice pieces about common ailments your little one can experience as well as common problems you might experience during pregnancy. These range from information about medications you can take during pregnancy to tips and tricks for keeping your baby’s teeth clean and healthy, perfect for parents looking to calm their nerves and pick up some parenting tips along the way.

Pregnancy & Baby Advice & Guides

The 4 types of nappy rash and how to treat it

The 4 types of nappy rash and how to treat it

      Can you tell the difference between the different types of nappy rash?   ANSWER: There isn’t just one type of nappy rash. There are 4, and they all present different symptoms – this means they’ll need different treatments, too! There’s bacterial (the most common) and fungal nappy rash, as well as a rash caused by friction and...
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The nutrients you need if you're breastfeeding

The nutrients you need if you're breastfeeding

      Breastfeeding is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your baby. Not only does your breast milk provide your baby with all of the essential nutrients they need to grow up strong and healthy, but it also lowers their risk of contracting nasty infections and serious illnesses.   Let’s not forget about you...
      Breastfeeding is one of the best things you can d...
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Trying to get pregnant? Choose Hoopsy, the eco-friendly pregnancy test

Trying to get pregnant? Choose Hoopsy, the eco-friendly pregnancy test

      When you’re trying to get pregnant, odds are, you won’t just use one pregnancy test – you’ll likely use two, three, or even four to confirm that those joyous double lines indicate a positive result. But what if it’s negative? Then you might take a pregnancy test each month when your period is a little late until...
      When you’re trying to get pregnant, odds are, y...
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The importance of recognising postnatal depression

The importance of recognising postnatal depression

      Postnatal depression, otherwise known as postpartum depression (PPD), isn’t just the ‘baby blues’. It can be debilitating, confusing, and it may have a significant impact on you, your baby and your family.   Unfortunately, postnatal depression is common, affecting more than 1 in every 10 women within a year of giving birth. But it doesn’t only affect...
      Postnatal depression, otherwise known as postpart...
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Should I Be Giving My Baby Vitamin Supplements?

Should I Be Giving My Baby Vitamin Supplements?

Vitamins infants need to support their development   Making sure that your little one gets the best possible start in life is one of the most pressing thoughts on any parent’s mind, even during your pregnancy.   Why are they crying? Have they eaten enough? Why are they crying? Is their poo the right colour? And WHY ARE THEY CRYING?  ...
Vitamins infants need to support their development   Making sure ...
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Which Vitamin Supplements Should I Take During My Pregnancy?

Which Vitamin Supplements Should I Take During My Pregnancy?

The Best Pregnancy and Prenatal Vitamins   Your pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times of your life, but it can also be one of the most worrying.   As a mum-to-be, making sure that your growing baby is getting all the vitamins and nutrients they need is down to you and you alone — so, how do...
The Best Pregnancy and Prenatal Vitamins   Your pregnancy can be ...
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