If you plan to sleep with your baby, don't let her head get covered by the duvet or pillow, do use lightweight blankets not adult bed covers and do place your baby in a position where she cannot fall out of bed. Back to top Expectant mothers should go to their antenatal clinics for regular check-ups and parents should take their baby to the clinic regularly after they are born. Breastfeed your baby. It's the natural and best way to feed him and increases his resistance to infection. Have your baby immunised.
Babies often have minor illnesses.
If you baby is unwell, make sure he is not too hot and drinks plenty of fluids - if necessary, wake him for regular drinks. If you are worried, don't hesitate to call your doctor. Some babies cry more than others. Back to top Normal healthy babies do not need a breathing monitor. Some parents find that using a breathing monitor helps reassure them.