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What to do if your baby cries a lot?

There are a few signs that indicate pregnancy

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Avoid accidents and poisoning in the home

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A child changes the world. Hardly anyone can imagine how much before the birth. The emotional and practical challenges can trigger a rollercoaster of emotions, especially for first-time parents. It may take a while for you to adjust to your new everyday life as a family. While you get to know your little one better and better, there are many things to think about in the first few days after the birth. Registering your child at the registry office, informing the health insurance company, applying for child benefit and parental allowance - these are just a few of the to-do's on your list. To help you get off to a successful start in your new family life and enjoy everyday life with a baby to the full, you can find valuable advice here on the Familienportal.NRW to help you complete the organizational tasks in no time at all. This will leave you more time for the precious moments with your newborn.

"Is our child growing up healthy?" This is probably the most common question you will ask yourself during the first twelve months of your baby's life. Early detection examinations are used to check whether your child is healthy and developing in line with their age. You can find everything you need to know about the U examinations here. Breastfeeding is a big issue for many new mothers. What to do if it doesn't really work out? And what alternatives are there if you can't or don't want to (fully) breastfeed? On the Familienportal.NRW you will find detailed information and further reading recommendations on all breastfeeding issues and alternatives to breast milk. Baby sleep is also very important for mothers and fathers in the first year of life. Babies first have to get used to the new day-night rhythm - and that takes time. Read here how you can create a safe sleeping environment for your child and which tips will help them sleep peacefully. If your baby cries a lot for no apparent reason, it can wear on your nerves. If you feel overwhelmed, don't be afraid to seek help from a crying clinic. You can find out where to find one below. First teeth on the way? How can accidents in the home be avoided by creating a child-safe environment? Do I get child sickness benefit if my baby has a fever and I can't go to work as a result? You can find answers to these and other questions here.

Changing emotions, little sleep and the huge responsibility for a small, helpless being: Despite all the happiness, the first weeks and months after the birth cost parents a lot of strength. You may have heard of the baby blues or be in the middle of it: instead of maternal happiness, hormones are on a rollercoaster and tears are often flowing. We have some valuable tips to help you get through the baby blues. As a mother, it is important to give yourself plenty of rest in the postnatal period. This helps you to get to know your child intensively and allows you to enjoy the closeness together. We have summarized advice and tips on the topic of the postpartum period for you here. A balanced diet is particularly important during breastfeeding. But what do mothers need to provide their baby with all the nutrients? And what does a balanced diet mean? You can find the answers here. During pregnancy, the body performs at its best for nine months. After the birth, careful postnatal recovery helps to get the body back into shape and prevent long-term consequences and complaints. Read more about the importance of postnatal recovery.