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Your Maternity Leave and Parental Leave checklist
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Your Maternity Leave and Parental Leave checklist

It might seem a while away, but ahead of the arrival of the new addition to your family, it’s a good idea to begin preparations towards your leave and to find out what you are entitled to.

Baby names help
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Baby names help

Need inspiration for baby names? Here comes the fun bit! You may already have a favourite name, or perhaps you’re waiting until you meet baby face-to-face.

Working out your birth plan
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Working out your birth plan

Giving birth is less daunting if you have a birth plan prepared to help the day go as smoothly as possible. See our birth plan guide below.

Your hospital bag checklist
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Your hospital bag checklist

Not sure what to pack in your hospital bag? We have put together a simple hospital bag checklist with all the essentials.

Breastfeeding essentials
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Breastfeeding essentials

Planning to breastfeed but not sure what you’ll need? Here is a list of our first-time breastfeeding tips to help you prepare. 

baby’s nursery
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Getting baby’s nursery ready

New parents may not know that safest place for baby to sleep for the first six months is in their bedroom and in a crib, cradle or bassinet that meets current Canadian safety regulations.

Signs of labour
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Am I ready to give birth? Signs of labour checklist

You probably think it’ll be obvious when you go into labour, but every mom’s labour is different and it usually doesn’t happen like you’ve seen in movies.

why babies cry
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0-6 Months

Understanding why babies cry

Wondering why babies cry? If you’re struggling to understand what your baby is trying to tell you, check this list for possible clues to help.

Coping with baby blues
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0-6 Months

Coping with baby blues

Many moms experience feeling of postpartum blues – sometimes called the “baby blues” soon after their little one arrives.

breastfeeding problems
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0-6 Months

Overcoming breastfeeding problems

Breastfeeding doesn’t always come naturally but with a bit of practice, perseverance, and a few pointers, it can get easier. Try these steps to help tackle breastfeeding problems.

How to give a baby massage
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0-6 Months

How to give a baby massage

Baby massages are a great opportunity for interacting with your baby and for skin-to-skin contact. Find out what to do with this baby tummy massage breakdown.

Taking baby out for the first time guide
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Taking baby out for the first time guide

Taking baby out for the first time can be daunting. This checklist should help make it easy for all your baby friendly days out.

How to help baby sleep better
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0-6 Months

How to put baby to sleep?

Babies love to sleep, eat, repeat. Right? Except the sleep bit can sometimes take work.

baby’s first foods
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0-6 Months

Introducing baby’s first foods? Be prepared with this handy kit

Now the adventure really starts!

complementary feeding
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0-6 Months

How to start complementary feeding

Starting complementary feeding is an exciting time. Here are our top tips on how and when to start baby food from our resident dietitian.

Baby immunizations
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0-6 Months

Baby immunizations—a parent’s guide

Immunization time—gulp! Your baby’s first injections can be upsetting parents and babies. If you are anxious, your baby may pick up on your feelings so try to stay calm.

 How to bathe a newborn
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0-6 Months

Bath time checklist: How to bathe a newborn

Washing a newborn for the first time can be nerve-racking as well as a lovely bonding moment. Follow our tips on how to bathe a newborn safely.

How to give your newborn a sponge bath
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0-6 Months

Bathing hacks: How to give your newborn a sponge bath

Don’t worry about giving baby a bath in the first few weeks.

planning baby shower
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

Planning a baby shower checklist

A new arrival is definitely an excuse for a party.

healthy breastfeeding
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0-6 Months

What’s a healthy breastfeeding diet?

If you’re breastfeeding, a healthy diet is important as it can affect your baby as much as you. Get tips on what not to eat when breastfeeding and what to eat when breastfeeding.

baby proofing
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0-6 Months

Your baby proofing action plan

Even though they won’t be mobile at first, it’s a good idea to baby proof your house before the big arrival.

Bath time checklist: How to bathe a newborn
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0-6 Months

What to ask at my first well-child visit?

Your first well-child visit will be carried out soon after birth to ensure baby’s development is on track.

diaper-changing routine
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0-6 Months

Disposable-diaper-changing routine

You’re going to do a lot of diaper changing over the next few months and years, so here’s a helpful diaper changing routine.

Bottle-feeding tips
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0-6 Months

Bottle-feeding tips

Bottle-feeding might look easy but there’s a fair bit to swallow.  So here’s a list of bottle-feeding tips, covering bottle-feeding positions, setting a bottle-feeding routine, and more.

baby reflux
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0-6 Months

How to help baby reflux

Baby reflux. It’s one of the most common symptoms in babies in their first year. Here are some baby reflux remedies to help prevent and ease the symptoms.

Teething Tips
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0-6 Months

Baby Teething Tips

Teething can be a distressing time for your baby and for you too. We’ve put together an action plan of teething tips, so you can all get through it without gritting your teeth.

C-section recovery
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Your Pregnancy Journey: What to Expect

C-section recovery: Things to think about

As with any surgery, C-section recovery takes time and self-care. Here are some things to have in mind to help you heal, from C-section recovery time to cleaning C-section incisions.

10 tips for a sound baby sleep routine
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0-6 Months

10 tips for a sound baby sleep routine

Baby sleep routines can vary enormously, often causing poor parents many a sleepless night. Here are some bedtime routine tips to help your baby sleep through the night.

Baby food allergies
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6 to 8 months baby

Baby food allergies Vs intolerances—things to consider

Baby allergies and intolerances can develop at any time. An allergy is our immune system’s reaction to a substance it thinks is harmful.

How to soothe a colicky baby
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0-6 Months

How to soothe a colicky baby

Healthy babies cry. It helps them to express their needs and some babies cry more than others.

How to read baby cues and body language
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6 to 8 months baby

How to read baby cues and body language

From the moment they’re born, your baby has a lot to say.

Planet-saving tips for an eco-friendly baby
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6 to 8 months baby

Planet-saving tips for an eco-friendly baby

Saving the planet doesn’t have to stop because you’ve had a baby. Yes, they’re a teeny bundle of mess-creating, gadget-needing joy.