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Newborns and infants (0-12 months)

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  • Returning To Work When You Are Breastfeeding

    A video with suggestions if you are considering returning to work while breastfeeding.
  • Getting Out & About With Your Baby While Breastfeeding

    A video about going out and about with your baby while breastfeeding.
  • Support For Breastfeeding From Partners, Family & Supporters

    A video to watch on the importance of support from partners, whānau (family) and supporters.
  • Managing Challenges With Breastfeeding

    Watch this video about common breastfeeding difficulties and tips for overcoming them.
  • What To Do If Your Baby Chokes

    If your baby is choking, they may not be able to make any noise. For pēpi (babies) up to 1 year: If your baby is unconscious, do CPR. If your baby is conscious, find out what steps to follow.
  • Healthy Eating Habits: A Vegetarian Diet For Babies & Children

    It’s possible to have a healthy well-nourished infant or child who eats a vegetarian diet if care is taken.
  • The Importance Of Iron For Babies Starting Solids

    Start offering iron-rich foods as soon as your baby starts solids. Keep offering iron-rich foods daily to help prevent iron deficiency.
  • How To Latch

    Hints and videos to help with making sure your baby is properly attached to your breast for breastfeeding.
  • The Importance Of Skin-To-Skin Contact

    Find out more about why skin-to-skin contact between you and your baby is the best place for your baby to start life. 
  • How To Prevent Your Baby Choking When They Start Solids

    Avoid giving pēpi (babies) small hard foods or whole foods.
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