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Tired signs in babies and toddlers

Tired signs: why they’re important Babies and toddlers show they’re tired through changes in behaviour. For example, when your child gets tired, they might be irritable, overactive or demanding. It’s important to look for your child’s ‘tired signs’. These signs let you know when it’s time to reduce stimulation and start settling your child for sleep. If your child gets overtired, it can be hard for them to settle to sleep.

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Baby carriers, slings and backpacks: safety guide

Baby carriers, slings and backpacks are types of equipment for carrying your child on your front or back.

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New baby checklist: home and baby equipment

Getting your home ready can be a good way to prepare yourself, your partner and your other children for your new baby’s arrival.

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New baby: preparing other children

When a new baby is coming, other children might be excited. But they’ll have to learn to share love and attention with the new baby. This can be a big step, especially if children are still toddlers. They might feel they’re being pushed out of the spotlight.

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The challenges facing LGBTQIA+ families

Challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ families include difficulties in the journey to parenthood, intrusive questioning, and discrimination in mainstream services. Allies are important in combating discrimination, and raising inclusive children through conversations and exposure to diverse resources is recommended.

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How to cope with postnatal rage

The term postnatal rage is, thankfully, gaining visibility. Conversations about postnatal rage have become more common over the past few years with the rise in parents openly discussing their early experiences and challenges on social media platforms.

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The benefits of cord blood banking

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Social media and a child's right to privacy

If there was ever a topic to divide parents, it would be the question of whether it’s okay to use your children as social media talent.