Teething is the process by which a baby starts to develop teeth that they show through the gums. Teething can start anytime between 5 and 12 months. As a baby grows teeth, they may be a bit irritable as the process can be slightly painful. Babies tend to bite on their...
Do you need to apply powder on the baby? Cussons Baby powder helps to absorb moisture and keeps the baby feeling much more comfortable, especially when the diaper brushes against the baby’s skin. Areas to apply the Cussons Baby powder. “I remember when my baby was...
Colic is a baby condition that is characterized by prolonged crying of a baby. It creates a lot of frustration for both the baby and the mother. A colicky baby may not necessarily be sick or hungry, which makes this condition very difficult to understand. The good...
A mother’s connection to her baby is nothing short of magnificent. It is telepathy that only someone who has experienced it can describe. Bonding is an instinct that makes a baby feel loved, wanted, and cared for. The same goes for a mother, where she feels...
Yaay! You have made it through exclusive breastfeeding stage, and now it is time to start your baby on solid foods. Wondering where to start? We are here to assist you. A point to note is that the baby’s food will have to be soft for ease in chewing, so mashed...
Delay in milestones is also commonly referred to as developmental delay. It is the process where a baby does not achieve certain growth milestones at the appropriate time. These milestones can range from physical, emotional, psychological to even thinking skills. It...
Constipation in infants is common, however, it can still be a source of concern for parents. Some babies may experience irregular bowel movements or pain and discomfort while pooping. “My baby Liam was finally six months and I was so excited to start weaning him. We...
Cussons Baby Wipes leaves the baby’s skin feeling cleansed and moisturised. The wipes are extra thick and soft meaning they are perfect for use after playing, eating, and before a diaper change. Formulated with natural ingredients, such as Almond oil and Chamomile,...
Happy first birthday! Your baby’s 12th month brings lots more activity, exploration and excitement. He’s communicating and interacting more than ever. Growing and developing These days your baby loves moving around. If he’s not already walking, he’ll definitely...
Your baby’s personality is really developing now. Look out for first words, exploring and a few temper tantrums too. Growing and developing Your baby can now understand (but not necessarily follow) instructions like “no”. She’s started to form words too – listen out...
Your baby might be starting to wobble their way from standing to walking this month. Read about this and other 10-month milestones. Growing and developing If your baby is very mobile, she’ll be pulling herself up and cruising round the room using the furniture to grab...
Your baby’s understanding of the world is growing day by day. Here are some of the changes you might see this month. Growing and developing Your baby is likely to be getting more mobile, using whatever method works for him – crawling, bottom shuffling or commando...
By month 8 your baby will be surprising you with the rate at which she picks up new skills and new behaviours. Growing and developing Babies develop their moving and talking skills at different rates – but they are all curious about the world. At this stage, many...
The seventh month can be a mixture of frustration for a baby who can’t quite move where they want to go and excitement as they discover new things. Growing and developing At 7 months your baby will know what he wants but won’t have the motor skills – the mobility and...
Major milestones now your baby is half-way through their first year Growing and developing. Your baby may be starting to sit up on her own now. If she’s doing this, surround her with cushions and keep a careful watch for when she topples over. Not all babies sit up at...
Some aspects of your baby’s development are beginning to escalate rapidly – he may even begin to respond to his name, which makes month 5 an exciting time for parents. Growing and developing Starting to be able to sit up by himself for a few moments is an...
One of the joys of your baby at 4 months is her increasing awareness of the world around her. That brings about other interesting development milestones too. Growing and developing Your baby’s arms and legs are likely to be a lot more active and stronger....
What to expect from your 3-month-old: development milestones, plus feeding and sleeping and playing. Growing and developing Your baby’s personality starts shining through at 3 months. They’ll be much more attentive when awake and able to communicate with you...
You’ll be getting to know your baby better now he’s not a newborn any more – and soon you’ll enjoy his first smile. Growing and developing Your baby will be doing lots of kicking and wriggling, and at 5 weeks or so, he may start trying to lift his head when he’s lying...
At last, your new baby’s here and you’re starting to get to know the little person you’ve been carrying for 9 months. Here’s what to expect in the first 4 weeks of your newborn’s life. Growing and developing Your baby will be born with several reflexes: she’ll grip...
