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Reflux and Baby Sleep: What Actually Helps (And the Dangerous Advice to Ignore)

Reflux, silent reflux or normal posseting? Learn why reflux disrupts baby sleep, the safe strategies that genuinely help, why cot wedges are dangerous, and when it's one for the GP.

·10 min read
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Baby Snoring and Mouth Breathing: What's Normal and When to See the GP

Snuffly, occasional snoring is common in babies with tiny airways. Learn what's normal, how to manage blocked noses, when persistent snoring and mouth breathing needs a GP, and when it's urgent.

·8 min read
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Melatonin for Children in the UK: What Parents Need to Know (and Why It's Prescription-Only)

Melatonin is a prescription-only medicine for children in the UK — not a supplement to buy online for a baby or toddler. Learn why, the risks of unregulated gummies, what actually helps sleep, and the honest picture for autistic and ADHD children.

·9 min read
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Baby Sweating at Night: When It's Normal and When to Check

Babies sweat more at night than adults, and a damp head at bedtime is usually normal. Here's how to tell healthy sweating from overheating, why it matters for safe sleep, and the rare signs that need a GP.

·8 min read
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Eczema, Allergies and Baby Sleep: When Itching Keeps Everyone Awake

Eczema and allergies can seriously disrupt baby sleep. Learn about the itch-scratch-wake cycle, sleep environment triggers, clothing choices, and when sleep issues are medical not behavioural.

·9 min read

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