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Babies: birth to 12 months

Feeding, sleep, crying and new abilities can raise different questions as your baby grows. These resources explain the basics, show everyday examples and point to original health and development guidance.

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Feeding

Formula preparation

Understand mixing, storage and the extra precautions some babies need.

Read about preparing and storing formula

Breastfeeding and pumping

Find information for care arrangements, returning to work and getting individual feeding help.

Explore breastfeeding and pumping · Find feeding support

Starting solid foods

Learn about readiness, food textures, the mealtime setting and reliable safety information.

Read about starting solid foods

Sleep and comfort

Safe sleep and sleep routines answer different questions. Start with the safety guidance for every sleep; use the routine guide for the small, repeatable steps around settling. The crying guide includes support for a tired caregiver as well as comfort for the baby.

Review infant safe sleep · Build a sleep routine · Read about crying and comfort

Get to know your baby

Watch what happens during feeding, play and quieter moments. The cues guide helps you notice a response and adjust. Development resources explain how to use official milestones and describe concerns at a health visit.

Understand your baby's cues · Notice and share development

Prepare for visits and shared care

Write down a specific observation instead of relying on memory. When another person cares for your baby, share current routines, emergency contacts and the location of any instructions from the health care team.

Prepare for well-child visits · Use a caregiver handoff sheet