Newborn
Newborns and babies are a lot of work during baby’s first year. Get baby advice about baby health, baby names, baby development to make baby care easier.
The fourth trimester: Yes, it's a thing
“Oh please no!”, most women groan when they hear of a fourth trimester in pregnancy – as if three aren’t enough! But hold tight. This concept of the fourth trimester isn’t about women entering into another three months of gestation, but rather what our babies’ experience might be in their first 12 weeks of life.
Overwhelmed? How to cope with life after childbirth
The degree of change experienced by new mothers is unforeseeable and, for most of us, completely overwhelming. Clinical psychologist, Dr Adrienne Brown, explores what these changes mean and advises on how best to cope.
9 common genital conditions in newborns
Sometimes your baby may be born with a condition that affects their genital area, or they may develop an issue involving their genitals in their first few years of life.
5 ways to mindfully parent your newborn
The early days of parenting can be extremely overwhelming. Clinical psychologist Adrienne Brown shares her tried-and-true methods for staying calm – and being able to enjoy your baby even more.
Caring for babies never seemed this hard when you were pregnant, right? Kidspot has the answers to your questions - and if we don't, then you can simply ask us!
Your baby develops at a wondrous rate every week. From her first gummy smiles to first words, follow her developmental milestones and catch even the tiny changes which may have otherwise gone unnoticed, by reading these week by week updates on your bub's physical, social and emotional development.
Sleep may seem elusive in the early days, but there are all manner of ideas and tactics to ensure everyone in the house gets to sleep like a baby.
Overwhelmed? How to cope with life after childbirth
The degree of change experienced by new mothers is unforeseeable and, for most of us, completely overwhelming. Clinical psychologist, Dr Adrienne Brown, explores what these changes mean and advises on... more
Look at these adorable dads bonding with their newborns skin-to-skin
Our hearts are melting! These too-gorgeous-for-words photos of new dads bonding with their freshly minted offspring will have you...more
The stages of sleep deprivation
Hello baby, goodbye sleep … it’s the circle of life, right? Here’s what you can expect of your sleep patterns...more
How to leave the house with a toddler and a newborn
The first step is deciding to leave the house. The last step is sobbing quietly into the steering wheel … more
How to develop a secure attachment bond with your baby
Clinical psychologist Adrienne Brown explains the best ways to create a secure attachment bond with your baby, and foster a strong...more
The 5 universal truths of new motherhood
While our experiences with motherhood are unique they are also often exactly the same as every other new mum. So much so, they can...more
Hey, new mama! 5 things you can expect in the weeks after birth
Mothering a newborn is hard work and there can be many unexpected bumps in the road. Practising Simplicity blogger, Jodi Wilson,...more
5 ways to mindfully parent your newborn
The early days of parenting can be extremely overwhelming. Clinical psychologist Adrienne Brown shares her tried-and-true methods...more
Attention new parents: Here's the perfect letter to send to would-be visitors
They’re well-meaning, but when you’ve just given birth to a baby for the first time (or any time!), a steady stream...more
Here are seven ways to really help a new mum. It’s sometimes hard to know what to do, but there’s lots you can do to...more
