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Topics - Babies
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Birth options
Twins and triplets are more likely to be born early, so it's important to understand your birth options.
Real story: coping with premature twins
Anna Mclynn, 36, explains how she coped when her twins, Amelie and Isabel were born eight weeks prematurely, one with serious complications.
What to expect with premature twins
Consultant neonatologist Jane Hawdon explains what you can expect if your twins are born early.
Twins and multiples
One in every 32 babies born in the UK today is a twin, mainly thanks to the increased use of fertility treatments.
IVF and multiple pregnancy
Fertility treatments have led to a increase in multiples births, find out why and what the risks can be.
Feeding multiples
Developing a routine around your babies' feeding patterns can help you to cope with caring for your newborns.
Twins and sleep
Getting twins or more into a sleeping routine is essential to ensure that everyone gets the rest they need.
Getting out and about
Don't let having twins or more stop you from making the most of getting out and about with your babies.
Get prepared for a twin birth
Having twins is an exciting and challenging experience so it's a good idea to be well prepared before your babies arrive.
Summer safety for younger children
While it's important to be prepared for any dangers that children might face during the summer, it's also important to let them run around and have fun.
Supernanny secrets
Supernanny Jo Frost gives her tips to help new mums and dads get through the first year of parenthood.
Help your baby learn
Babies are fast learners, and there are simple ways you can help them develop their skills. There are lots of games, books and music you can enjoy together.
Coping with challenging behaviour
Dealing with your child's challenging behaviour can be stressful, but you don't have to tackle it alone.
- Birth options
- Real story: coping with premature twins
- What to expect with premature twins
- Twins and multiples
- IVF and multiple pregnancy
- Feeding multiples
- Twins and sleep
- Getting out and about
- Get prepared for a twin birth
- Summer safety for younger children
- Supernanny secrets
- Help your baby learn
- Sleep and newborns
- Does your baby need A&E?
- Babies and children: accidents at home
- Coping with challenging behaviour
