Baby

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What Nobody Tells You About Pregnancy After 35

More people are choosing pregnancy after 35 than ever before, and for most, it ends in a healthy…

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Essential Tips for Dad Bonding With Baby From Day One

Dad bonding with baby is just as important as the bond between mother and child — and research…

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Parental Leave in the UK: The Complete Guide for Working Parents

Parental leave is the right for employed parents to take unpaid time off work to look after their…

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Boy or Girl: Your Complete Guide to Finding Out Your Baby’s Sex in the UK

Finding out if you are expecting a boy or girl baby is one of the most anticipated moments…

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The Four Parenting Styles and Which One Actually Works

Parenting styles describe the broad patterns of warmth and control that shape how a parent interacts with their…

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Breastfeeding Advice: 7 Tips Every New Mum Should Know

Breastfeeding advice is most useful when it reflects the reality that every experience is different. As a mother…

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How to Organise a Memorable Baby Shower to Celebrate Your Pregnancy

A baby shower is a celebration held before your baby arrives, where friends and family gather to mark…

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Are You Ready for a Baby? An Honest Guide Before You Decide

Are you ready for a baby? You are ready for a baby when you have honestly weighed the…

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Register Birth UK: How to Get Your Baby’s Birth Certificate

You must register birth UK within a strict legal timeframe after your child is born. In England, Wales,…

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The 5 Big Decisions to Make Before Having a Baby

Having a baby is a life-changing decision, and there is plenty to think about before you start trying.…