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Many children who have learning disorders, also known as learning disabilities, struggle for a long time before being diagnosed. This can affect a child's self-esteem and motivation. Understand how to identify signs that might signal learning disorde...

Many children who have learning disorders, also kn...

Are you concerned about how much time your child spends watching TV or movies, playing with a smartphone or computer, or enjoying video games?

Are you concerned about how much time your child s...

Victoria's story: breastfeeding felt like the natural thing to do

Victoria's story: breastfeeding felt like the natu...

Breastfeeding twins takes time and patience, but it can be done. Read how these BabyCentre mums fared when they breastfed their babies.

Breastfeeding twins takes time and patience, but i...

Most mums in England choose to breastfeed. It's a lovely way to care for your baby, and has many health benefits for you both. When it's going well, breastfeeding can...

Most mums in England choose to breastfeed. It's a ...

Breastfeeding has many benefits for both you and your baby. It's a lovely way for you to feel close to each other. Best of all, though, your breastmilk gives your...

Breastfeeding has many benefits for both you and y...

Does the caffeine I have get into my breastmilk? When you have a cup of coffee or eat chocolate, a small amount of caffeine will enter your bloodstream. Once it's...

Does the caffeine I have get into my breastmilk? ...

The more often you express milk, the more you will produce. You'll probably find that short sessions, done often, give you the best results. Aim to express a minimum of...

The more often you express milk, the more you will...

You can store your breastmilk to keep it fresh for your baby in a number of ways: - At room temperature (no more than 25 degrees C) for up to...

You can store your breastmilk to keep it fresh for...

It'll take a bit of practice, but once you get the hang of it, you'll find it really useful. You can express your milk by gently and rhythmically pressing down...

It'll take a bit of practice, but once you get the...

Should I tell my colleagues that I'm expressing? You don't have to tell your colleagues what you're doing during your breaks if you don't want to. But you should tell...

Should I tell my colleagues that I'm expressing? ...

Is it worth the hassle of expressing at work? It's true that expressing milk can be time-consuming, and it might feel a bit strange doing it at work. But many...

Is it worth the hassle of expressing at work? It'...

How do I store breastmilk? It is best to put breastmilk in plastic feeding bottles with secure tops to seal in freshness. You can also use plastic bags made especially...

How do I store breastmilk? It is best to put brea...

What does expressing mean? Expressing is simply a way of taking milk from your breast without your baby suckling. You can do this: - by hand - with a manual...

What does expressing mean? Expressing is simply a...

What can I do if my milk supply doesn’t slow down? If your breasts are still producing a surplus of milk, it is likely that your baby is not latching...

What can I do if my milk supply doesn’t slow down?...

What is an overabundant milk supply? An overabundant milk supply is when you have lots of milk which may leak and spray. Your baby may struggle to latch on and...

What is an overabundant milk supply? An overabund...

Do I need extra calories when I am breastfeeding? You don't need to have extra calories as a new mum, because your body is so efficient at producing milk. Be...

Do I need extra calories when I am breastfeeding? ...

What should I eat when I'm breastfeeding? You don't need to eat any special or different foods while you're breastfeeding. However, you should try to follow a healthy, balanced diet,...

What should I eat when I'm breastfeeding? You don...

Yes. Your baby may just prefer to snack. He may breastfeed for a minute or two, take a break, and then go back for a bit more. Some babies do...

Yes. Your baby may just prefer to snack. He may br...

Stress won't reduce your milk supply. However, if you're feeling very stressed and it's interfering with how often you're feeding your baby, this may temporarily reduce your supply. Having a...

Stress won't reduce your milk supply. However, if ...

Should I carry on breastfeeding? Yes, carry on breastfeeding. Your breastmilk is the perfect food for your baby during her first six months and beyond. Breastmilk provides a balance of...

Should I carry on breastfeeding? Yes, carry on br...