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Colic, Gas & Baby Digestive Health | Parenting Tips for NZ Families

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  • Tired mother holding her baby close during a quiet moment at home, reflecting the emotional side of caring for a colicky infant in New Zealand.
    April 3, 2025

    Baby Colic Explained: Support for New Zealand Families

    If your baby cries for long stretches in the evening and nothing seems to help, you are not alone. This guide explores what colic is, why it often appears in the early months, and how many New Zealand families gently navigate this stage with care, support, and reassurance.

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  • Newborn baby sleeping peacefully under a soft yellow blanket with a sun-like glow, symbolising natural Vitamin D exposure and warmth in a New Zealand setting.
    October 20, 2024

    The Importance of Vitamin D for Babies in New Zealand

    Vitamin D plays an important role in supporting healthy growth and development in babies, especially in New Zealand where sunlight exposure changes with the seasons. From bone health to general wellbeing, this guide explores why vitamin D matters, how it supports your baby’s body, and when to speak with a healthcare provider about supplementation — particularly during the colder months.

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  • Breastfeeding and reflux
    September 30, 2023

    Breastfeeding and Spit-Up (Reflux-Like Symptoms in Babies)

    Breastfeeding offers valuable support for your baby's well-being, including a strong mother-baby bond and gentle digestive comfort. If your baby experiences frequent spit-up or unsettled feeds, creating a calm feeding environment, practising skin-to-skin contact, and considering gentle dietary adjustments may help. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalised feeding support.

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  • why babies cry?
    September 13, 2023

    Why babies cry?

    Understanding the reasons behind a baby's cry is crucial for parents as it's their primary way of communicating their needs and wants. Common causes of crying include hunger, dirty diaper, sleepiness, discomfort, overstimulation, illness, pain, gas, colic, and reflux. Responding appropriately to a baby's cries can help soothe and comfort them. It's important to remember that crying is a natural behaviour for babies, and with time and practice, parents can learn to identify and address the causes of their baby's distress.
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