Babies can not control their body temperatures and so we need to make sure they are wearing the right amount of layers for the weather conditions. Read on for our handy guide to do this safely.

Lots of new parents have questions about tongue-tie - what it is, how to diagnose it and what to do if your baby has one.

Vaccines are one of the best ways of protecting your baby against infectious diseases and preventing the spread to other children. It is important babies are protected as early as possible.

After the birth of your baby you may experience some changes with your hair and around three months post birth, you may find it starts to fall out.

Nappy rash is very common in young babies - find out what causes it and how to treat it.

Cradle cap is a harmless and common skin condition which appears as greasy, flaky skin on young babies’ scalps. Research shows it affects around 4 in 10 babies under three months.

Many parents-to-be will have heard stories about babies with colic and it can prompt some concerns during your pregnancy. Colic is very common but it can be quite stressful for new parents. It is usually when a baby cries a lot but there may not be an obvious reason why.

We’re sure you’ve already noticed that having a baby is not cheap - and the costs will continue to grow as your child grows. There is support out there and other ways of making savings as you start a family. We’ve outlined some of the benefits and schemes which are available

When you start breastfeeding you may find that everyone has an opinion. HPHB’s Imogen Unger, a certified lactation consultant, has cleared up some of the most common breastfeeding myths for us.

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is one of the many bacteria that normally live in our bodies and which usually causes no harm and has no symptoms. Very occasionally it can cause serious infection in newborn babies if they are exposed to it during labour.

In the first 72 hours after your baby is born they will be physically examined by doctors or midwives to check for any issues. This will usually take place in hospital after you have given birth and preferably both parents will be there for it. If you give birth at home, a midwife or health visitor will carry out the check.

Postnatal depression (PND) is a common illness which can affect mothers and fathers after the birth of their baby. NHS figures show it can affect more than 1 in 10 women within a year of the birth. Read on to learn more about the symptoms, causes and ways to treat PND.

Happy Parents. Happy Baby’s lactation consultant Jasmine outlines what colostrum harvesting is and why is can be useful in the days before your baby’s birth and those first few days after.

Finding the right size and style of bra to fit your body can be difficult at the best of times but when your body is changing shape during and after pregnancy, it is even more challenging.

Happy Parents. Happy Baby’s Jasmine and Imogen are both neonatal nurses and lactation consultants who support families on their feeding journeys. They have answered some of your key questions about breastfeeding.

Pregnancy or having a new baby shouldn’t be a reason not to travel. We’ve put this handy guide together with lots of information to help make your trip a success!

Finding out you are pregnant is an exciting time but finding out you are having TWO (or more!) babies is even more exciting. We hear from Kat, who gave birth two twins about her experiences.

It’s estimated that one in five men experience anxiety after becoming a father and within the first year one in 10 develop postnatal depression. We hear from James, who developed postnatal depression after the birth of his first son.

If you’re planning a trip that involves a flight, whilst either pregnant or with your new baby, then read on for lots of tips to make it a stress-free and enjoyable experience!

After you’ve had your baby, you will notice your house gradually turn into something which resembles a toy shop! It’s easy for all of the colourful equipment and entertainment your child needs to take over your home…read on for tips on how to overcome this!