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Copycat: does your toddler copy an older sibling?
Copycat behavior is totally normal in toddlers – in fact, toddler imitation is the key to learning social skills and also helps your toddler get used to the idea of sharing…
Premature labor and birth
A baby born before the end of week 37, is considered premature. There are many reasons for why a premature birth may occur...
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) are cared for in a unique environment where they’re constantly monitored so that if problems do occur they can be dealt with straightaway.
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VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean)
It is both possible and safe to have a vaginal birth after a cesarean section. However, the reasons why you had the first cesarean section will play a large role in whether you may need to have one th . . .
What will the future hold for my premature baby?
All babies hit developmental
milestones at different times, but your premature baby may reach these
milestones a little later and he might be smaller than babies of the same age
who weren’t preemie . . .
Your labor bag: what to pack
There's nothing quite like packing a hospital bag for focussing you on the imminent arrival of your baby, especially if you're a first-time mum.
Bonding after birth
Bonding with your baby after it is born, will establish its confidence and affect its social and emotional skills later in life.
Newborns and pacifiers
Some babies will opt for a cuddly toy over a dummy, but others will find much comfort from their dummy. If a dummy is what your baby is after it is always best to choose an orthodontic type.
Soothing your crying baby
Every baby cries, so do not feel disheartened if your little one is spending countless hours in tears. There are lots of ways to soothe and help a crying newborn.
Is my baby developing normally?
Each baby will develop and grow at their own speed. It is important not to panic if your child does not seem to be at a proper stage of development based on their age, as he will grow at his own pace.