Medical Disclaimer

This Is Not Medical Advice

We are not doctors, midwives, health visitors, paediatricians, lactation consultants, or licensed sleep consultants. Our content is researched from published sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the NHS, the CDC, the Lullaby Trust, Sleep Foundation, and peer-reviewed clinical literature — but researching a topic is not the same as being qualified to advise on your individual child.

Always Consult a Healthcare Professional

Before acting on anything you read here, speak to a healthcare professional who knows your child. This is particularly important for:

• Any concern about your baby’s breathing, feeding, or weight gain
• Sleep arrangements and safe sleep practices
• Introducing solid foods, allergens, or changing feeding methods
• Developmental milestones and any concern about delay
• Medication, supplements, or treatments of any kind
• Pregnancy complications or anything unusual during pregnancy
• Your own physical or mental health after birth

Every Baby Is Different

The ranges, averages, and schedules we publish describe populations, not individuals. A baby who sits outside a typical range is not necessarily a baby with a problem — and a baby within the range is not automatically fine. Your healthcare provider has context we do not: your child’s history, your family history, and the ability to physically examine your child.

In an Emergency

Signs that warrant urgent medical attention in a baby include: difficulty breathing, blue or grey colouring around the lips, unresponsiveness or unusual floppiness, a high fever in a newborn, a rash that does not fade under pressure, persistent vomiting, or a significant reduction in wet nappies.

Mental Health

The newborn period is genuinely difficult, and struggling with it is common rather than shameful. If you are experiencing persistent low mood, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or feel unable to cope, please speak to your GP, health visitor, or midwife. Postnatal depression and anxiety are common and treatable, and asking for help early makes a real difference. This applies to all parents, not only birthing parents.

Product Safety

Where we mention specific products, we are describing them as of the date of writing. Safety standards change and products are recalled. Always check current safety certifications, follow manufacturer instructions, and check for recall notices with your national safety regulator before use. We are not responsible for the safety, quality, or performance of any third-party product.

Corrections

If you are a healthcare professional and you spot something on this site that is inaccurate or out of date, we would genuinely like to know. Please contact us through our contact page and we will review and correct it promptly.