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New Mum

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If you’ve just become a new mum, there’ll be lots of questions and loads to think about and that’s natural. Don’t worry if you feel you don’t know everything or you’re not sure which instincts to follow yet – any mum will tell you that parenting takes practice! The information in this section should help you with the practical side as well as giving you details on common emotions at this time and how to ensure you eat well for the health of you and your baby. Remember that we’re here if you need any more advice too.

Fae, baby care advisor and mum

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My health and nutrition

Keeping healthy and well-nourished will mean you have the energy to look after your newborn baby and be able to provide them with all of the goodness they need when breastfeeding.

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Practical information and advice for the first few weeks

Every baby is different, which means there’s no such thing as a baby-manual! But there are lots of tips and advice about the practical side to looking after your baby – from nappy changing to identifying cries and some common feeding problems to look out for.

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Emotional wellbeing and relationships

You may now be a new mum, but you’re also still you. Find out how to deal with a lack of sleep, adjust to and balance your new family life, and cope with the emotions having a baby can bring.

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