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Welcome to Session 2 of Pathway to Parenting. During the session you can pause at any time to take part in an activity or watch a video clip.This session will cover The Healthy Child Programme. Your Personal Child Health Record (Red Book). Having a Healthy Lifestyle. Responsive feeding. Safer sleep. Watch these videos to support your learning. Helpful Videos Breastfeeding Dads Role In Breastfeeding Bottle Feeding Mixed Feeding Dads Being Involved Baby Cues Immunisations Red Book Feeling

It can be difficult to know whether babies and young children are in pain or are upset for another reason. They can’t always tell us or show us what’s wrong. There are signs that can help you to work out whether they are suffering: They may become irritable They may cry more than usual or they may be unusually quiet Their sleep pattern and appetite might be different to what is usual for them. Who can Help? You can contact the Healthy Child Programme by calling Just One Number on 0300

feeding Feeding Options Safer Sleep Your midwife and health visitor will talk to you about how to sleep your baby safely when you are pregnant and after your baby is born. This is to reduce the risk. your baby should sleep in your bedroom, in their own cot/crib or moses basket next to your bed. Your., sleep pods) around them as these could cover their face. The recommended room temperature is between. to your health visitor. Do not sleep with your baby on a sofa or chair as this is very dangerous

both get some undisturbed sleep. This special time will help you both have the chance to bond with your. time and learning. Rooming In Safe Sleep & Reducing The Risk Of SIDs Make sure your baby has a safe place to sleep. This reduces the risk of SIDs (sudden infant death syndrome). This is important. should sleep on a firm, flat surface that is especially designed for babies. During your baby’s stay. should be placed on their back to sleep.  One of the most important ways to reduce the risk of SIDs

of when they are likely to be hungry and when they sleep. You know the times when they often get. – maybe when you think they are likely to drift off to sleep. Beginning to do bath, pyjamas, milk feed. more about babies sleep  Some days it may not work at all, or there may be things you want or need. active play time into the day – it helps with appetites and sleep. Having routines will help them. at the same time and getting enough sleep. Younger Children You may have previously had routines but found

including; How your baby is feeding, weeing, pooing and presenting Your baby's weight How to sleep. Sleep Your midwife and health visitor will talk to you about how to sleep your baby safely.: For the first 6 months your baby should sleep in your bedroom, in their own cot/crib or moses basket. teddies, cot bumpers, sleep pods) around them as these could cover their face. The recommended room. temperature, you can talk to your health visitor. Do not sleep with your baby on a sofa or chair

Screens are a fixture in children's lives from a young age. You may be worried about giving your child access to television, tablets or phones. Too much time in front of screens can affect children and young people in a number of ways: Missing out on opportunities to learn from real life experiences and opportunities Reduced concentration due to distraction from screens  Irregular sleep patterns.. Remember to turn off all screens at least an hour before bedtime. This helps get into a good sleep routine

children's mental health. Build positive routines  A good nights sleep is really important so try. to introduce structure around regular routines, healthy eating and exercise. Read more about sleep

(e.g. listening to music, drawing, using a punch bag). Sleep Put your smart phone on airplane. to sleep. Try to go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Take ten deep breaths before you