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Your baby's health

On this page you will find some useful information on your baby's health, including details of services available, related guidance pages and quick links to helpful websites.

Useful Information

  • Find an NHS health service (NHS Choices)
    For up to date listings of health services in your area please go to the NHS website: www.nhs.uk
  • Your baby's weight and height
    Steady weight gain is one of the signs that your baby is healthy and feeding well. It's normal for babies to lose some weight in the first few days after birth. Your baby will be weighed during their first two weeks to make sure they're…
  • Your baby's sleeping
    Always put your baby to sleep in the 'Back to Sleep' and 'Feet to Foot' position Babies aren't good at keeping their temperature constant, so make sure they don't get too hot or too cold Make sure your baby's cot is a safe and secure…
  • Your baby's health and development reviews
    You will be offered regular health and development reviews (health visitor checks) for your baby until they are two. These are to support you and your baby, and make sure their development is on track. The reviews are usually done by your health visitor or…
  • Special care: ill or premature babies
    Neonatal care in hospital Special care is sometimes provided on the ordinary postnatal ward and sometimes in a specialist newborn (neonatal) area. Having a baby in neonatal care is naturally worrying for parents and every effort should be made to ensure that you receive the…
  • Bonding with your new baby
    Building a relationship with your baby is the best way to help them develop positive emotional well-being. Your baby’s brain develops rapidly during the last three months of pregnancy and up to two years of age. Your baby can hear your voice from 24 weeks…
  • Helping your baby to sleep
    Some babies sleep much more than others. Some sleep for long periods, others in short bursts. Some soon sleep through the night, while some don't for a long time. Your baby will have their own pattern of waking and sleeping, and it's unlikely to be…
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