Your newborn baby
This section goes into detail about the first few weeks spent with your newborn baby.
Breastfeeding your new baby
In the first few days, you and your baby will be getting to know each other. It may take time for both of you to get the hang of breastfeeding.
Health visiting
Support for families with children up to the age of 5 in all aspects of bringing up a child.
Health visiting
Health visitors are registered nurses and midwives who offer support and practical advice on many aspects of child development as well as family health up to the age of 5. Your midwife will refer you to these services but you can also find further details about these services on more information:
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Health visiting services in Berkshire West
Washing and bathing your baby
In this section, we cover the topping and tailing tips, bathing your baby safely and cutting your baby’s nails.
How to change your baby’s nappy
Babies have very delicate skin so their nappy needs to be changed as soon as they wet or poo themselves, otherwise their skin becomes sore and red.