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Breastmilk is the best food for your baby during her first six months and beyond. It gives her everything she needs to thrive, and it's a wonderful way for you to feel close to each other. Even though breastmilk can contain traces of toxins, these tr...

Breastmilk is the best food for your baby during h...

No. If your baby has only breastmilk, he doesn't need to drink water as well. If you replace nourishing milk with water, he'll miss out on essential nutrients. It may...

No. If your baby has only breastmilk, he doesn't n...

It may be time-consuming for you, but it sounds as though you’re spending just as long breastfeeding as your baby needs. Babies can take as much as an hour to...

It may be time-consuming for you, but it sounds as...

I find it easier to feed on one side. Is this normal? Yes. Many mums find it easier to latch their baby onto one breast than the other. You may...

I find it easier to feed on one side. Is this norm...

How can I stop my baby biting? You can try various tactics to stop your baby biting. The approach you take will depend on your baby's age, and his level...

How can I stop my baby biting? You can try variou...

Should I stop breastfeeding now my baby has teeth? There’s no reason to. Breastfeeding when your baby has teeth is perfectly natural. Babies’ first teeth usually come through at about...

Should I stop breastfeeding now my baby has teeth?...

Many mums worry that their breastmilk isn't enough for their baby. It's one of the most common reasons why mums give up breastfeeding, or give their babies formula milk as...

Many mums worry that their breastmilk isn't enough...

What can I do to help my baby? A breastfeeding strike can challenge even the most dedicated breastfeeding mum. While you're racking your brains to work out what's gone wrong,...

What can I do to help my baby? A breastfeeding st...

If your baby refuses to breastfeed, it can come as quite a shock. You may feel bewildered, upset, and even rejected. But try not to worry. When babies go on breastfeeding strike, it usually only lasts for a day or two, though it may be longer. It's ...

If your baby refuses to breastfeed, it can come as...

What causes a low milk supply? Your breasts produce milk to match your baby's demands. The more he feeds, the more milk you’ll produce. So if your supply does dip...

What causes a low milk supply? Your breasts produ...

It’s perfectly normal to worry about your milk supply, especially when you begin breastfeeding. In fact, the number-one reason that mums give for abandoning breastfeeding is that they feel their body isn’t producing enough milk. The good news, though...

It’s perfectly normal to worry about your milk sup...

How do I start breastfeeding? - Feeds can take anything from five minutes to 40 minutes, so find a comfortable place before you start. In the early days of breastfeeding,...

How do I start breastfeeding? - Feeds can take an...

If you've just started breastfeeding, you're doing the right thing for you and your baby. But if breastfeeding doesn't come naturally at first, don't worry. Plenty of new mums and babies have to practise and persevere until they get the hang of it....

If you've just started breastfeeding, you're doing...

Feed your baby a little at a time. Let her be your guide when it comes to how much food she needs at a meal. As you baby's appetite varies...

Feed your baby a little at a time. Let her be your...

Yes. Breastmilk or formula will remain your baby's most important source of nutrition until she is a year old. There is no need to stop breastfeeding because you are starting...

Yes. Breastmilk or formula will remain your baby's...

You can start to offer you baby fingers foods from the start of weaning. You may find that your baby prefers to feed herself with finger foods rather than be...

You can start to offer you baby fingers foods from...

Why is food hygiene important? Cleanliness and food freshness is important once your baby starts to eat solid food. This is because babies' immune systems are less developed than adults'....

Why is food hygiene important? Cleanliness and fo...

How much milk you give your baby depends on whether you are breastfeeding or formula feeding. If you have been breastfeeding, now your baby is six months old there’s no...

How much milk you give your baby depends on whethe...

When should I feed my baby? "Don’t wait until your baby's starving before giving her her first mouthful of food. If she’s upset, she won’t be able to eat. Give...

When should I feed my baby? "Don’t wait until you...

Do you feel close to boiling point when more of your baby's food ends up on the floor than in his mouth? Does your baby treat that lovingly prepared meal like the latest plaything? Don't get in a stew! BabyCentre mums have tips and advice that will g...

Do you feel close to boiling point when more of yo...

If you are thinking of weaning your baby there are some signs to look out for that will help you decide if the time is right. Your baby may be...

If you are thinking of weaning your baby there are...