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Keeping your baby in mind at family gatherings

In the midst of holiday season, Jane encourages parents to keep their babies needs in mind at family gatherings.

Meeting my newborn at just 32 weeks

With a toddler in tow, Estelle assumed she knew everything about having a newborn. Little did she know her next child would arrive at just 32 weeks of age!

Observing your baby

In this piece Dr Bronwyn Leigh shares her tips to observe your baby to build stronger awareness.

"What's wrong with Lily?" My husband said while I was trying to calm her down for over an hour. My response: "Go to her room, grab the parenting manual and let me know!" There was a blank look on his face at that point, but at least I had a chuckle...

Plan to be unplanned

Day four was ‘go home day’ and feeling confident about our progress so far (milk in, happy feeder, happy sleeper and no mastitis). I was excited that my husband had taken the day off work to drive us home...

Sleep school and new skills

Following a week at 'sleep school', Kylie wonders what life (well, sleep!) will be like upon their return home ...

Taking on your new role as a 'parent'

Becoming a new parent is a bit like starting a new job except that you probably have none of the required skills ...

Teething

Who would have thought a teething child causes more sleepless nights than a newborn. Well this is my life right now.,,

The Feed-Play-Sleep routine

Jane Fisher elaborates on a topic she's asked frequently about when working at residential early parenting services - baby routines.

The sudden interest in you body and baby bump

Ever felt that you were on 'show' while you were pregnant? That your body suddenly belonged to everyone else? You'll be pleased (despite not appreciating) to know it’s a common experience ...

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