BABY HEALTH INFORMATION

Useful information about your baby's health

Here you’ll find lots of information on caring for a young child with allergies, cradle cap, coughs and colds and much, much more.

We answer your baby health questions; from advice on when to call your GP and guidance on your child’s immunisations, to what to expect from your baby’s 6-8 week health review.

Plus, we cover the importance of baby massage and how to cope with separation anxiety.

Emma's Diary is here with you every step of the way...

Strep throat & Step A in babies

Everything you need to know about this condition...

How to improve your baby's sleep

Discover how to improve your baby's sleep and why improving air quality helps...

What are growing pains?

We reveal what they are and how to help your little one...

The best baby sunscreen available

Plus how to protect your baby from the sun...

What to pack in your first aid kit for babies

Essential items that are handy to keep in your first aid kit for your baby.

Gastroenteritis in babies

What is it? What are the symptoms my baby has it? We reveal all...

Heat rashes in babies

Signs and symptoms to watch out for...

Lactose intolerance in babies

Take our quiz to find out if your child has lactose intolerance...

Your A-Z of baby health

Here you will find just about everything you need to know about your baby’s health and wellbeing.

Coughs and colds

What are the symptoms and how to treat colds and coughs in children?

11 tips for soothing a poorly toddler

We’ve put together a list of 11 ways that you can help sooth your poorly toddler.

Meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS)

Here we explain what Meconium aspiration syndrome in babies is...

Does my baby need Vitamin D?

To find out all you need to know, read our guide to your baby and vitamin D...

What to do if your baby is not gaining weight

Here's everything you need to know and when to seek help...

Constipation in toddlers

Signs and symptoms along with treatment options...

Threadworms in babies and toddlers

Signs, symptoms and how to prevent them...

Febrile seizures in babies and children

Here are the causes and symptoms...

What is fetal alcohol syndrome?

What are the symptoms my baby has it?

Signs and symptoms of a baby ear infection

Here’s your guide on how to spot a baby ear infection – and what you can do to help it get better...

Baby rashes and skin conditions: A visual guide

Here we show you what the most common skin conditions look like...

Looking after your baby's skin

Your new baby's skin is really delicate so it's vital you know the best way to care for it...

Joint hypermobility in babies and children

We answer your common questions here...

Ringworm in babies and children

Here's everything you need to know...

Measles in babies

Here we explain the symptoms of measles and treatment for young babies...

Hives in children

Here we show you what hives look like and how it can be treated...

Reflux in babies

Here we explain what it is, the causes and the signs your baby has it...

Asthma in children

Here we explain what asthma is, signs your child has it and what to do if they have an asthma attack...

Your guide to nappy rash

Plus we explain what you can do to prevent your baby from getting it...

Cerebral palsy in babies and children

Here's everything you need to know...

How to keep your baby's bum happy

Discover our tips on keeping your baby's bum happy and hopefully nappy rash free...

Tonsillitis in babies and toddlers

Here are the symptoms and treatment options...

How to help with your baby’s blocked nose

Coping with a baby with a stuffy nose can be tricky; here are some tips..,

6-8 week health review

At just a few weeks old your baby will be required to undergo some more checks to monitor her health and development

The best baby thermometers

Take a look at our favourites...

Cradle cap

We explain the causes and the treatment for cradle cap in babies

Impetigo in children

Here's everything you need to know about this condition...

Tongue-tie in babies

Here, you'll find how tongue-tie is diagnosed and the signs to look out for...

The MMR Vaccine: What you need to know

What MMR is and what it protects your baby against...

The rotavirus vaccination in babies

Why your baby should have this vaccination and the side effects...

Your guide to baby flat head syndrome

Here’s information on flat head syndrome and what it means for you and your baby...

Autism in babies and young children

Here are the signs and symptoms of autism in babies...

The whooping cough vaccination for babies

Here, we explain what whooping cough is and the benefits of the 6-in-1 vaccination...

Newborn jaundice

Here, you'll find what jaundice is and how it is diagnosed in young babies...

Constipation in newborn babies

Discover the causes, signs and treatment for constipation in babies...

Baby poo - a visual guide

A photographic guide to what you may find in your baby's nappy

Baby poo - your questions answered

We answer your common 'baby poo' questions

Your baby's weight

We explain how to use a baby growth chart and how frequently you should weigh your baby

Advice on when the doctor needs calling

All babies suffer minor illnesses at some stage, but how do you know when you need to call or visit the doctor?

Roseola in babies

Here we explain what roseola is and the signs your baby may have it...

The immunisation programme

Babies are immunised against potentially fatal diseases. We explain why it's so important for your child to be protected

Your toddler's growth chart

Find out how your little one will growth and their expected weight...

Separation anxiety

This is much more than just being “clingy”. We look at how it affects children and how parents can deal with it

Congenital conditions

Most babies are born healthy, but occasionally a baby is born with what is known as a birth defect. Find out more about these conditions and where to go for more help and support