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Directory resultsYour adopted child's health needs
Children adopted from care will have experienced trauma and loss, even if they were adopted shortly after birth. Some may have additional needs resulting from physical, mental or emotional problems or disabilities. When a possible match is suggested with you and a child, this is…
Your baby's first solid foods
When to start introducing solid foods Introducing your baby to solid foods - sometimes called weaning or complementary feeding - should start when your baby is around six months old. It's a really important step in their development, and it can be great fun to explore new flavours and textures…
Your baby's health and development reviews
You will be offered regular health and development reviews (health visitor checks) for your baby until they are two. These are to support you and your baby, and make sure their development is on track. The reviews are usually done by your health visitor or…
Your baby's weight and height
Steady weight gain is one of the signs that your baby is healthy and feeding well. It's normal for babies to lose some weight in the first few days after birth. Your baby will be weighed during their first two weeks to make sure they're…
Your birth plan
Why make a birth plan? A birth plan is a record of what you would like to happen during your labour and after the birth. You don't have to create a birth plan, but if you would like one your midwife will be able to help.…
Your care after discharge from hospital
If you go into hospital, you may be worried about whether you'll cope when you leave. You shouldn't be discharged from hospital until: You are medically fit (this can only be decided by the consultant or someone the consultant has said can make the decision…
Your medicine cabinet
Be prepared for common ailments by keeping a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home. This list, recommended by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, will help you deal with most minor ailments. Pain relief Antihistamines Oral rehydration salts Anti-diarrhoea tablets Indigestion treatment Sunscreen Your first aid kit Medicine…
Your pregnancy to-do list
Stay organised throughout your pregnancy You can use the check boxes below to help you keep track of things you need to do during your pregnancy, such as book your antental classes, make your birth plan, think about where you'd like to have your baby,…