As a new parent, it can be overwhelming to navigate the many changes that come with having a newborn. One of the most common concerns that new moms may notice on their babies is a skin condition called Congenital Dermal Melanocytosis (Mongolian Spots). These spots can look like dark, purplish bruises and may be especially […]

Have you ever wondered if you should wake up your newborn baby to feed them? In this blog, I’ll be referring to newborns up to three weeks of age.  Now, there are a few things to think about when it comes to waking up your baby at night to feed them. One is their weight,

Taking care of a newborn baby can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to their delicate skin. As a parent, you may have concerns about what products to use, when to bathe them, and how often to moisturise their skin. In this blog post, we’ll explore some simple guidelines to follow when it comes to

If you are a new parent, you may have wondered what your newborn’s poop should look like in terms of color, consistency, and frequency. In today’s blog post I discuss some things you need to know about your baby’s poop. As a newborn, the first few days of poop are what is known as meconium,

Is your baby’s soft spot really that fragile? This is a question that many new parents often ask when they’re caring for their newborns. The soft spot or fontanelle is a spot on a baby’s head where the bones of the skull haven’t fully grown together yet, and it can be quite concerning for parents