Search results for children and babies
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Washing and bathing your baby
Read a step-by-step guide to washing and bathing your new baby, including how often to do it and how to top and tail.
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Soothing a crying baby
A crying baby can be exhausting and it can be hard to know what they need, especially in the early days. Use these tips to help soothe them.
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Reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), formerly known as cot death, is rare. Find out how you can reduce the risk even further.
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How to change your baby's nappy
Your guide to changing a nappy, what to do with dirty nappies, baby poo and different types of nappy.
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Helping your baby to sleep
Tips on how to help your baby sleep, including what to expect, establishing a routine, and safe sleeping.
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Signs of autism in children
Find out about common signs of autism in young and older children.
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How to help with your autistic child's behaviour
Tips to help with autistic behaviours in children, such as stimming and meltdowns.
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What to do if your child has an accident
Find out what to do if your child has an accident. Advice about cuts, burns, shock, swallowing button batteries, electrocution and broken bones.
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How to stop a child from choking
Read this step-by-step guide of what to do if a child is choking.
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Sterilising baby bottles
How to sterilise your baby's bottles and other feeding equipment safely and effectively, whether you're using boiling, steam or cold water sterilising equipment.