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Getting to know your baby

The early relationship you, your partner and family have with your baby is very important. How you care for them and respond to their needs helps shape their development.

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Developing a relationship with your baby

How to get close to and bond with your baby

Spending time with your baby

How to play with and talk to your baby to help their development

Your baby in the first 2 months

How your baby will develop in the first 2 months and what they'll be able to do

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Ready Steady Baby
  • Pregnancy
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    • Looking after yourself and your baby
    • Your antenatal care
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    • If your baby's ill