5 Ways to Calm a Crying Baby

When a baby first cries, it usually means they have some kind of need - hunger, tiredness or discomfort, for example. Your first reaction will always be to meet that need. If you follow a routine it will be pretty easy to see if the next feed or nap is due soon, but if not,… Continue reading 5 Ways to Calm a Crying Baby

Dads Matter Too – How to Encourage Dad & Baby Bonding

It’s easy for a new Dad to feel a little sidelined, all the attention is on Mum and baby so they can feel that the most they can be is a “helper” rather than an equal partner in parenting. Even more so if Mum is breastfeeding and has more time off work than Dad does,… Continue reading Dads Matter Too – How to Encourage Dad & Baby Bonding

Q&A What if I get it wrong?

Hello Martina, My baby girl is just a week old and I’m already feeling overwhelmed. I’m the sort of person who likes to research things so I’ve been reading books and websites, trying to get the information I need to do the right thing for my daughter. The problem is, everyone seems to contradict each… Continue reading Q&A What if I get it wrong?

How to Know if Your Baby is Getting Enough Milk

One of the most challenging parts of caring for a tiny newborn is knowing whether they’re getting enough milk — especially if you’re breastfeeding and can’t see how much they’re taking in. The good news is that nearly all women can produce enough milk, and breast milk is perfectly tailored to meet your baby’s needs.… Continue reading How to Know if Your Baby is Getting Enough Milk

Baby Sleep Hormones Explained

Unterstanding Baby Sleep Hormones There are few more confusing phrases than “sleep breeds sleep”, after all it’s so counter intuitive.Logically, you would expect a long sleep to leave your baby refreshed and alert, not sleepy. And it seems natural to assume that a tired baby would be more likely to sleep well.Yet, people keep saying… Continue reading Baby Sleep Hormones Explained