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How do I work out my due date?
Most due dates are estimated as 280 days (40 weeks) from the first day of your last period. Your dating scan may adjust it.
Read: Pregnancy guidesWhen should I go to hospital with contractions?
Many maternity teams use the 5-1-1 guide: contractions about 5 minutes apart, lasting 1 minute, for 1 hour. Always follow your own midwife's instructions.
Try the Contraction timerHow much milk does a newborn need?
A common guide is about 150 ml per kg of body weight per day for babies under six months, split across feeds. Follow your baby's cues and your health visitor's advice.
Read: Baby care guidesHow do I choose a baby name from both parents' names?
Look for names that share letters, sounds or initials with both parents, then check the meaning and how it sounds with your surname.
Try the Baby name finderWhat should I do if my child has a minor burn?
Cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes and cover it loosely. Seek medical help for large, deep or facial burns.
Read: Child burn first aidGeneral information only, not medical advice. Contact your doctor or emergency services if you're worried.
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