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Umbilical cord care
Find out how to care for your newborn baby’s umbilical cord stump and belly button and read about what to do if the cord stump is not healing well.
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Umbilical hernia in babies
Umbilical hernias are common in babies. They cause a soft lump near your baby’s belly button (umbilicus), and usually go away on their own.
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Umbilical granuloma in babies
An umbilical granuloma can develop at the base of your baby’s umbilical cord stump. Read about the symptoms and treatment for umbilical granuloma.
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Newborn health - head to toe infographic
Use this handy guide to learn about your baby’s health from head to toe.
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Pregnancy at week 20
By week 20, your baby is very active although you might feel breathless now and then and your back and hips may ache.
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Understanding your newborn baby’s body
Your newborn baby may look a little different than expected or have symptoms that worry you. Find out what’s normal and when to seek help.
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Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti) is when your tummy muscles separate during and after pregnancy. Find out about the symptoms and treatment.
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Pregnancy at week 32
Your baby doesn't have a lot of room, but they will still be moving. The extra weight might cause you some back and pelvic pain which can make it difficult for you to move around.
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Pregnancy at week 17
By week 17, you may want to start thinking about antenatal classes to help you and your partner prepare for the birth and beyond.
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Pregnancy at week 24
Your baby is continuing to grow rapidly and might respond to light and sound. You might also find their movements are getting stronger.
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