Basic baby care

What happens in the first few years of a child’s life can shape their whole life.

As a parent, you will have many questions and will probably spend a large part of the first few days after birth looking at your baby and getting to know them and what they need.

Where to go for further information

The NHS website has a quick guide to everything you need to know about caring for your new baby during those exhausting but wonderful early weeks. Find tips for new parents and tips for getting to know your newborn.