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Can I have the Covid vaccine if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

Can I have the Covid vaccine if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

Are the Pfizer and AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccines safe in pregnancy? And what about if you're breastfeeding or trying to conceive? Expert GP Dr. Phi...

6 unexpected things you might do during early labour

Early labour can last anything between 8 and 12 hours, and it's amazing what some moms have found themselves doing to pass the time... In the worl...

Fun, brain-boosting activities to do at home with your baby

Going lockdown loopy stuck at home all day with your baby? Here are some great games, toys and books to keep your child happy and stimulated. It's...

15 games to play with your 0-6 month baby

Feely fun, shadow-watching, scrunchy games and super sledging: you can really play lots of fun games together in your baby's first few months We'v...

Pasta recipes for babies from 6 to 12 months

All the ways your baby can eat pasta, in 23 delicious and easy-to-follow recipes suitable for babies age 6 to 12 months. Chances are pasta is alre...

10 best books for 0 to 1 year olds

It's never too early to delve into the delights of reading with your child! Here is our pick of the 10 best books for 0 to 1 year olds. 1. Baby's ...

10 best books for 1 year olds

Encourage your 1 year old to dive into the world of books! If you don't know where to start then have a flick through our top 10 books... 1. The V...

8 baby games tried and tested by mums (and babies!)

Mad mooing and baaing, colander sprinkles and sticky-uppy-heads – these games all entertained MFM babies. Give them a go… 1. Aeroplane game "The f...

15 baby games to play with your 6-12 month old

Home-made sensory tunnel, treasure baskets and kitchen drumming - plus loads more fun activities for your older baby. 1. Grab it! Your baby should...

What is tummy time, when can I start and how do I do it?

Regular tummy time helps your baby develop the muscles they'll need for rolling and crawling but when do you start it, how do you do it – and what ...