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  1. Flu jab FAQs

    When am I most at risk from flu? Does everyone need a flu jab? Why are certain groups targeted for the flu jab? Can a GP vaccinate anyone else? Is my child entitled to the flu vaccine? How long will the flu jab protect me for? …
  2. The flu jab

    Flu vaccination is available every year on the NHS to help protect adults and children at risk of flu and its complications. Flu can be unpleasant, but if you are otherwise healthy it will usually clear up on its own within a week. However, flu can be more severe in certain…
  3. Flu jab side effects

    After the flu jab you may get a mild fever and slight muscle aches for a day or so. If you have a sore arm after the vaccination, try these tips to ease the discomfort: continue to move your arm regularly - don't let it get stiff and sore take a painkiller,…
  4. Looking after your baby's teeth

    You can start brushing your baby's teeth as soon as they start to come through. Use a baby toothbrush with a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste. Don't worry if you don't manage to brush much at first. The important thing is to get your baby used to…
  5. When to have vaccinations

    Here's a checklist of the vaccines that are routinely offered to everyone in the UK for free on the NHS, and the ages at which they should ideally be given. If you're not sure whether you or your child have had all your routine vaccinations, ask your GP or practice nurse to…
  6. What happens during labour and birth

    First stage of labour When to contact your midwives Second stage of labour Third stage of labour First stage of labour During the first stage of labour, contractions make your cervix gradually open up (dilate). This is usually the longest stage of labour. At the…
  7. What happens straight after the birth?

    It's natural to focus on your baby's birth while you are pregnant. But it's a good idea to also know what to expect after labour. Skin-to-skin contact really helps with bonding. It's a good idea to have your baby lifted onto you as soon as…
  8. Sun safety for children

    Exposing your child to too much sun may increase their risk of skin cancer later in life. Sunburn can also cause considerable pain and discomfort in the short term. That's why babies and children need to have their skin protected between March and October in…
  9. How effective is emergency contraception?

    It depends which type of emergency contraception you use and how soon you use it. There are two methods of emergency contraception: the emergency contraceptive pill - or morning-after pill - known as Levonelle or ellaOne the copper IUD (intrauterine device, or coil) Emergency contraception prevents pregnancy if…
  10. How to resuscitate a child

    Below is the full detailed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) sequence for infants (babies under a year old) and children. It's highly recommended that every parent goes on a first aid course, as it makes this process much easier to understand and remember. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 999. If…
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