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Being pregnant is an exciting experience, not only are you anticipating the day you finally hold your baby in your arms, but your body is also going through amazing changes.

Visiting your healthcare professional during pregnancy is important to ensure that your baby’s growth and development is progressing well. Here is what to expect in the doctor’s office.

 Packing for the hospital is not quite as simple as packing for a weekend trip since you leave home pregnant, and return with an extra bundle of joy. Your baby will need some amenities.

You might think it’s too early to start planning for the big day, but it’s never too early to start thinking about what kind of birthing experience will be the ideal one for you

So, how will you feed your newborn? It’s a common and important question for any parent. 

Looks like you have quite the little sleepyhead on your hands, during the day at least. At night? Not so much. Following these tips can help both you and baby to adjust.

Early infant immunization protects baby against serious illnesses. It may be hard to hear your baby cry; but remember that the pain lasts for seconds but the benefits last a lifetime.

How will baby explore her new environment? She will use her eyes, ears, her sense of smell and her sense of touch. There are many ways you can help her to discover her new world.

Let’s talk baby talk! No, not words just yet, but the language basics begin here! Baby’s giggles and shrieks mean she’s developing her language skills and you can help shape those skills.

Experts agree breast milk is best for babies. It is the most nutritionally complete food your newborn will ever have. The benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby can last a lifetime.

The milk you produce in the first few days after birth is rich in nutrients for baby’s tiny tummy. This will change to mature milk in the second week to meet baby’s growing demands.

Infantile colic is characterized by intense, uncontrolled crying or fussing in an otherwise healthy and well-fed baby. Click here to know the symptoms and relief.

Breastfeeding exclusively for the first six months and sustained for up to two years or longer with appropriate complementary feeding is important for the development of infants and toddlers.

Your baby is now used to eating solids and may be grabbing at the spoon or picking up food by herself. This means she is ready for more self-feeding, a whole new messy adventure!

Getting enough sleep during the first months of your baby's life means adjusting to your own new sleep habits and those of your baby. Here are a few tips to help get you both some sleep.

Just as it was important to eat right while you were pregnant, it's also vital that you continue to do so while breastfeeding.

Baby’s first bath will be a new experience for both of you, so give yourself plenty of time to relax and enjoy it.