Baby's health: the Apgar score
Find out about the Apgar newborn scoring system, the standardised technique that doctors use to determine the health of a baby within 5 minutes of its birth.
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Paracetamol for children
The correct dose of paracetamol for a child depends on their weight. Find out about using paracetamol in kids.
Babies & Pregnancy MedicinesBaby's due date
Just found out you're pregnant? Find out how to calculate when your baby is due.
Babies & PregnancyContraception: female condom
The female condom is a barrier method of contraception. Find out about its effectiveness, advantages and disadvantages, and hot to use it.
Babies & PregnancyVideo: Antacids a risk for child allergies
Acid reflux is common in babies and it’s sometimes treated with acid reducing drugs, but is treating your baby with an acid-reflux medicine causing more harm than good? Dr Caroline West investigates.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsCaesarean section births may lead to poorer health outcomes
Women have C-sections for many reasons, but babies born vaginally appear to be better off.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsPregnancy: holidays and travel
There are precautions you can take to avoid problems if you are pregnant and travelling, even by air.
Babies & PregnancyCleft lip and palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects of the upper lip and palate (roof of the mouth). The cleft (opening) may be present on one or both sides.
Babies & PregnancyDental conditions during pregnancy
Pregnancy can trigger oral health problems such as gingivitis, pregnancy epulis (pregnancy granuloma) and tooth decay.
Babies & PregnancyBreast feeding your baby
Breast milk has long been known as the ideal food for babies and infants. Major health organisations recommend that women breast feed their babies exclusively until they are 6 months old, and continue breast feeding, along with solids, until they are 12 months old or more. Breast milk has many benefits.
Babies & PregnancyBreast milk expressing
There are a number of reasons why a breast feeding mother might wish to express milk rather than feeding the baby directly from the breast.
Babies & PregnancyGroup B streptococcus and pregnancy
Group B streptococcus (group B strep) is a common bacterium that is found in the body. It is usually harmless in adults. Sometimes, however, a woman who has group B strep can infect her baby during delivery.
Babies & PregnancyMediterranean diet linked to successful IVF
Women who follow a Mediterranean-style diet in the lead up to IVF treatment have a higher chance of conceiving and giving birth to a baby.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsHealthy weight during pregnancy good for baby
It’s a complex issue, but babies will have better outcomes if their mother has a healthy weight during pregnancy.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsAsthma and wheezing in babies
Coughing and wheezing are common symptoms in babies. However, in babies, these symptoms are often due to airway conditions other than asthma.
Babies & PregnancyBreastfeeding feeds good gut bacteria to infants
New research finds another reason to support breastfeeding – by seeding good bacteria in the digestive system of infants.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsMany pregnant women still not exercising enough
Despite most pregnancy guidelines recommending exercise during pregnancy, a large number of pregnant women participate in little to no physical activity.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsContraception: long-term options for women
Long-lasting forms of contraception for women include implants, intrauterine devices (IUDs) and injections, all of which are reversible. Compare the different options.
Babies & PregnancyVideo: Baby brain: real or not?
So-called 'baby brain' is reported by many pregnant women. Now researchers have reported increased cognitive decline in pregnant women compared to non-pregnant women.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsContraception: intrauterine device (IUD)
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a contraceptive device that is inserted into the uterus (womb) to stop you getting pregnant. IUDs are reliable, safe and suitable for women of all ages.
Babies & PregnancyContraception: hormone implant
A hormone implant (Implanon NXT) is a small contraceptive device used to prevent pregnancy. It is inserted beneath the skin and provides reliable contraception for up to 3 years.
Babies & PregnancyContraception: the mini (progestogen-only) pill
The mini pill or progestogen-only pill is a type of contraception that you take as tablets. It contains a low dose of the synthetic hormone progestogen.
Babies & PregnancyContraception: the combined pill
The combined oral contraceptive pill (also known as 'the pill') is a form of hormonal contraception that when used properly is a very effective and safe way to prevent pregnancy.
Babies & PregnancyPregnancy planning
Whether you are thinking about having a baby for the first time or have been pregnant before, with a little planning you can give yourself the best chance of a healthy pregnancy and baby.
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