and the benefits of organic clothing have not yet been proven in a rigorous enough way for any conclusive answer to this question. Clothing has constant contact with the largest organ of our bodies. Extra care is needed when choosing clothes for babies’ skin and so

We all know that it's important to stay safe in the sun but how many of us are really as careful as we should be? Whether you're spending the summer in the UK or going abroad, it's important for adults, children and especially babies to be sun safe

When babies give us a gummy smile, it's easy to think that we don't need to worry about their dental care beyond helping them get through teething without too many tears. However, there's a lot you can be doing to help the long-term health of your

Sun damage to babies’ skin before their second birthday could make them more likely to have skin cancer later in life, claims a new review.Babies’ skin is more sensitive than adults’ because it hasn’t developed as many layers of natural protection

When you first hold your baby you'll probably be amazed at how real and yet how fragile he is. This little person is now entirely dependent on you and the care you take to keep him safe: You can't prepare for and avoid all accidents and learning

to keep your baby safe, but there are some other important safety tips for the more common outdoor hazards of daily life.Buggies: It may seem a drag, but younger babies can easily slip out of buggies so it's a good idea to belt them in at all times. In a

Take extra care with your oven door, particularly if it is within your child's reach (you can buy a safety guard for ovens)Remember that ice can burn too - get a child-proof lock for your freezer doorBe aware that a baby or toddler can easily pull hot liquids

However, it's important to note that most babies suffer from a mild and passing form of baby jaundice in the early days after birth, but this should pass within the week and is NOT an ongoing cause for concern. If it continues, do speak to your health visitor

-free environments.Smoke particles impregnate the skin, hair and clothes of the parents when they have a cigarette and this can be transferred to their babies even if parents are careful not to smoke in their presence.Hair samples from 252 babies under 18 months were

Awareness is being raised for a common lung infection that most parents are unaware of. The British Lung Foundation (BLF) is backing the campaign by health care company Abbott, to help parents recognise when their child has something more than