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Looking after your newborn baby

Learn about caring for a newborn baby, including the following:

  • information on feeding and bathing
  • why babies cry and what you can do to soothe them
  • baby sleep patterns and tips for safe sleeping
  • routine health checks

Breastfeeding

Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby, and how to start breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding

Mother’s health after birth

Learn about the physical and emotional changes that happen after giving birth and the care you can get.

Mother’s health after birth