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Becoming a dad can feel like stepping into a whole new world overnight. One minute you’re preparing for a baby, the next you’re holding a tiny human who depends on you for everything. It’s exciting, o ... -
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When the temperature rises, we all want to make sure our little ones stay as cool and comfortable as possible. Babies are more sensitive to heat and can’t regulate their temperature in the same way ad ... -
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When money sits in cash, it usually grows slowly and may not keep up with inflation. Over time, that can mean your savings buy less than they do today. Investing gives your money the opportunity to gr ... -
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The minute that test turns positive, the advice starts pouring in. Eat for two. Don't lift your arms above your head. Avoid spicy food. Sleep when you can. And the big one, usually delivered with a kn ... -
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“Being a good role model starts from the birth of your child…” It sounds simple on paper, but in real life, thinking about how to be a good role model as a father can feel pretty daunting. Because her ... -
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Netmums Shopping Editor Charlie Bond shares everything you, your partner and your new baby will need When you’re having a baby, you try your best to be as prepared as possible. You wash all the clothe ... -
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When your baby arrives, so much of the focus naturally turns to feeding. Are they getting enough? How often should they feed? Should there be a routine by now? These questions are incredibly common, a ... -
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You can find us all weekend at The Baby Show NEC, where we’ll be on hand to offer expert advice and help you pick your perfect set of wheels. Before making that all-important purchase, here are a few ... -
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Designing your baby’s nursery is one of the most exciting parts of preparing for a new arrival, but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. The key is choosing versatile, long-lasting pieces tha ... -
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If you’ve typed “scared of birth” or “fear of labour” into a search engine at 11pm while unable to sleep, you are not alone. Fear of childbirth is one of the most common experiences I hear about both ... -
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After years of IVF, heartbreak and ‘one last try’, Liz McClarnon-Cho will share her powerful journey to motherhood live on stage at The Baby Show this May. The singer joins The Netmums Podcast LIVE ho ... -
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Hi, I’m Lily, a midwife with 12 years of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. I’m fun-loving, open, and always happy to answer any and all questions, no matter how big ... -
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Buying your first baby carrier can feel overwhelming. There are so many options, and every parent wants what’s best for their baby and themselves. As parents ourselves, we’ve learned that choosing the ... -
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The first week after birth is unlike anything else. It can feel slow and fast at the same time. One minute you are staring at your baby in complete disbelief, and the next you are wondering what day i ... -
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As you get closer to your due date, it is completely normal to start wondering… how will I know labour is starting? A lot of people expect a sudden, dramatic moment. Waters breaking. Strong contractio ... -
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The first week after birth can feel like a complete blur. One minute you are holding your baby and taking it all in, and the next you are navigating recovery, feeding, and very little sleep. It is a t ... -
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Sarah Patel, baby and toddler sleep expert and founder of Teach to Sleep, shares simple evidence based advice on how to dress a baby for sleep safely in the UK. One of the most common questions new pa ... -
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Get your baby into a routine! Teach them the difference between night and day! Stop picking them up every time they cry! Crikey - you’ve just given birth and can barely remember your own name and now ... -
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Looking for mealtime inspiration for your baby or toddler? Annabel’s award-winning recipe app is home to 1,300+ simple and delicious ideas for the whole family, PLUS new recipes every week. Start your ... -
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Weaning is a big milestone and your baby is about to do a whole lot of growing! Did you know that most babies triple their birth weight in their first year? To support this growth and development, the ... -
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For me, one of the most intense pleasures in life has been burying my nose into the soft necks of my children and grandchildren as babies, smelling their hair and feeling their gorgeous warm skin! Not ... -
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Easter is full of family get-togethers, warmer spring days, chocolate treats and, for children, lots of excitement about the Easter bunny paying a visit! If you have a baby or toddler, you’ll know tha ... -
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Preparing for a new baby can feel overwhelming. You might be wondering, “What baby products do I actually need?” With so many products available, it is not always easy to know which ones will genuinel ... -
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Netmums Shopping Editor Charlie Bond, a mum of two, shares her best baby and child car seat buys. And don’t forget to pick up your free Netmums Ultimate Car Seat Guide at The Baby Show, packed with e ... -
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Aches and pains during pregnancy can be normal but not all pain is the same. There is an important distinction between normal aches and pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain. Many people dismiss pelvic ... -
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When you’ve spent nine years trying to become a mum… what happens when you finally are one? That’s the powerful question at the heart of a special live recording of The Netmums Podcast at The Baby Sho ... -
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For expectant dads and expectant mums, thinking about how to prepare for a baby is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. From birth stories to fitting the car seat, and breast feeding to building ... -
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Becoming a mother is one of the most significant life transitions. It changes you in ways that arehard to put into words. Who you are, how you show up, what matters to you - all of it shifts. It asks ... -
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When you’re pregnant or preparing to breastfeed, you’re likely inundated with advice, tips, and warnings about what to expect. You’ve probably heard about the importance of a good latch, about potenti ... -
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By the UK’s No. 1 baby & children’s cookery author, Annabel Karmel Introducing your baby to solid food is a big milestone - exciting, memorable and, let’s be honest, sometimes a little nerve-wracking! ... -
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Let’s talk about hypnobirthing, and more importantly, whether it will or will not work for you. Because hypnobirthing has become one of those topics that people tend to have strong opinions about, oft ... -
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Pregnancy comes with a lot of preparation. Appointments. Antenatal classes. Checklists. Seemingly endless shopping lists of ‘essential’ items. And somewhere between choosing a pram and learning how to ... -
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Weaning is such an exciting time – I know too well it comes with plenty of challenges too, but I try to encourage people to think of it as a journey and as an experience for baby and you as a parent/c ... -
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A Midwife’s Perspective By Midwife Lily, your friendly online midwife Writing a birth plan can feel overwhelming, emotional, or even unnecessary to some people — but as a midwife, I can honestly say ... -
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What is the deal with Sleep Regressions? It is very normal for sleep to go up and down; to have periods when sleep is easy and periods when sleep is much harder. The thing to remember is that sleep is ... -
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H – app -y Christmas! Looking for more recipe inspiration? Annabel’s award-winning Recipes App is home to 1,300+ simple and delicious ideas for the whole family, PLUS new recipes every week! Start you ... -
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Christmas is a magical, messy, brilliant time with little ones. It is also a time we see an increase in choking incidents simply because there is so much around that little ones want to put in their m ... -
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While most incidents are small, knowing what to do in those first crucial minutes can make a huge difference. In our Daisy First Aid parent and carer classes, there are questions that come up a lot. W ... -
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Pregnancy and the early days after birth are full of highs, lows, surprises and sometimes confusion. Your partner is doing a lot, physically, mentally, and emotionally. If you want to be the best supp ... -
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Congratulations on the incredible journey you’re about to embark on! You may already be signed up for antenatal classes and have a stack of what to expect books ready to help you prepare for the birth ... -
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If you’re preparing for your baby’s arrival and want to make sure you’ve got all the products you need, you might be wondering which Milton sterilising product is best for you. Let’s explore the simi ... -
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If you’re in your third trimester of pregnancy, your midwife might have mentioned something called “colostrum harvesting” and you may be wondering what it is and why you are being advised to do it. Si ... -
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No matter whether you’re expressing breast milk into bottles or formula feeding, it is very important to clean and sterilise your baby bottles properly. You are protecting your baby from harmful bacte ... -
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Bringing your baby home is one of life’s most special memories, but it can also feel overwhelming. In those first few days after birth, everything is new, for all of you. At My Expert Midwife, we beli ... -
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Leading baby & children’s cookery author Annabel Karmel shares her handy first foods checklist with 50 nutritious foods for your weaning baby! -
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Babies have vulnerable immune systems; they are much more susceptible to everyday germs, including contaminated milk. It’s important to sterilise until your baby is 1 year old when their immune syste ... -
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Learn what’s safe to take during pregnancy with expert guidance from midwives at My Expert Midwife. -
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Designing your baby’s nursery is one of the most cherished milestones during pregnancy. It’s a beautiful way to prepare for your little one’s arrival—and to create a space where memories will be made. ... -
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Practical tips for new dads to stay healthy, connected, and balanced through the challenges of fatherhood. -
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Learn newborn sleep tips: prepare before birth, set up a soothing sleep space, and support healthy baby sleep routines from day one. -
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Becoming a dad is a wild ride, it's equal parts joy, chaos, and sleep deprivation! -
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What three tips can you offer new mums on the reality of being at home with baby in the first week? Sit back and take it all in ' those first few weeks go by in a flash and before you know it dad will ... -
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Practical Ways to Prepare Your Relationship for Parenthood Preparing for the arrival of your first child is such an exciting time! But it can also feel like there’s an awful lot to do. Among the anten ... -
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Wean Wise - Gut Thrive! Understanding the Gut Microbiome and Its Development in Babies First things first, let's talk about the gut microbiome. Picture it as a bustling garden filled with trillions of ... -
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By Rachel Fitz-Desorgher New mums eh - what are they like? They can bang on for hours in polite company about their sore boobs, stitches and constipation, and, sit in the same room as them for long en ... -
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Hypnobirthing doesn't involve hippy trousers, crystals, and chanting- I mean it can do if that works for you, but it can also be adapted to suit every woman's preference. Many women find hypnobirthing ... -
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Choosing the right antenatal class is an important part of preparing for your parenting journey. It’s not just about learning the practical stuff (though that’s helpful too!); it’s also a chance to fe ... -
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Going on holiday with little ones is a wonderful way to make memories as a family, but let’s be honest, it can also bring up some worries around routines and sleep. If you’ve worked hard to get your c ... -
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To celebrate Weaning Week, leading baby & children’s cookery author Annabel Karmel shares her top 10 weaning tips to help get you and your baby off to a flying start! -
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Pregnancy is a time of profound change in a woman’s body, and the pelvic floor is one area that undergoes significant transformation. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments, and connective ...
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