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The Sleep Health Foundation recommends that newborns (0-3 months old) get 14-17 hours of sleep per day. Infants (4-11 months old) are recommended to get 12-15 hours of sleep per day, with naps decreasing. But, keep in mind that every baby is different.

Would you like to learn more about how you may support your baby’s healthy sleeping patterns? If so, you can find more information here.

The World Health Organisation recommends that babies are exclusively breastfed until they are six months old.

After this, continued breastfeeding is recommended alongside the introduction of complementary solid foods until the child’s second birthday.

Every mother’s experience with breastfeeding is unique. If your breastfeeding journey doesn’t go as planned keep in mind that any amount of breastmilk is beneficial to both you and your baby.

What Is The Difference Between A Tummy Ache And Medically Diagnosed Colic?Why Do Some Babies Experience Teething Pain?What Is Colic?

Medically diagnosed infant colic is a common condition that’s often associated with excessive crying, a baby pulling their legs up to their chest, and loud tummy rumblings.

Babies don’t usually experience medically diagnosed colic once they reach 4 to 6 months old. If you’re child is older than this, it’s unlikely that they’re experiencing colic.

Remember, colic must be diagnosed by a health professional and its exact causes of colic remain a medical mystery. So, if you suspect your child is experiencing colic it’s important to take them to the doctor to rule out any other possible causes of their symptoms.

The teething process is unique to every child and some children may experience pain or discomfort when their first teeth break through.

Teething discomfort may arise for several reasons, including the pressure of the tooth in the gum, the pain of the tooth cutting through the gum, and mild rashes from excess dribbling.

If you have any concerns about your baby’s symptoms, talk to your health professional.

For tips to help relieve your baby’s teething discomfort, click here.

Medically diagnosed infant colic is a common condition that affects approximately 20% of babies. It’s characterised by frequent periods of excessive crying from a baby who is otherwise healthy and well fed.

The main thing to remember about infant colic is that it must be diagnosed by your doctor. If you have any concerns about your baby or suspect they may be experiencing colic, talk to your health professional.

If you’d like to learn more about medically diagnosed infant colic, you can find more information here.