The safest place for babies to sleep is in a cot next to a parent’s bed. Co-sleeping is when parents bring their babies into bed with them. Co-sleeping can be dangerous for babies. If you choose to co-sleep, there are things you can do to minimise the risk.

When you see tired signs, it’s time to reduce stimulation and settle your child for sleep. Newborn tired signs include pulling at ears, jerking arms and legs, and sucking fingers. Babies and toddlers show they’re tired by grizzling, demanding attention and not wanting to play.

Allergies happen when your child’s immune system reacts to an allergen such as food, dust mites or pollen and more. Symptoms of a mild or moderate allergic reaction include rash, swelling, tingling mouth or lips, sore stomach, vomiting, hay fever and asthma. Signs of anaphylaxis include difficulty breathing, a tight throat, a persistent cough and fainting. Seek urgent medical attention If you think your child has severe allergy.

Plagiocephaly is a misshaped or flat head.It can happen in the uterus or during birth. It can also develop in the early months of life. Plagiocephaly usually fixes itself as your baby grows, but sometimes treatment is needed. Help prevent plagiocephaly by giving your baby tummy time and alternating his head position.

Common toddler teeth issues include teething, sucking thumbs and grinding teeth. These issues are a typical part of toddler development. If you’re concerned about your toddler’s teeth, see your dentist.

Most babies under six months of age still need feeding and help to settle in the night. As babies get older, they need less sleep. More of their sleep happens at night. Other developments, like crawling and separation anxiety, can affect sleep and settling for babies over six months.

Food intolerance isn’t the same as food allergy. Food intolerance symptoms include bloating, diarrhoea and stomach pain. Food intolerance symptoms usually clear up by themselves. Common food intolerances include lactose, wheat, additives and fructose.

Middle ear infection symptoms include pain and a feeling of fullness in the ear. Take your child to the GP if you think she has a middle ear infection.Symptoms usually improve within 24-48 hours. Paracetamol, ibuprofen or eardrops can help with pain. Don’t clean your child’s ear with cotton wool or a cotton bud.

Now that your baby is a bit older, she’s probably enjoying baths more. Read practical tips for making baby bath time safe and fun.

A routine that includes relaxing time before bed and regular bedtimes and wake times can help your child settle better. Help your child settle for sleep with a sleep environment that’s quiet and dimly lit. Make sure your child has enough food at the right time, sunlight during the day, and no caffeine in the afternoon and evening. See your GP if your child has sleep problems that go on for more than 2-4 weeks or that affect your child’s daily life.