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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

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Safer sleep for newborns: a simple setup. Back to sleep. A clear cot. A firm, flat mattress. Same room for at least six months. Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair.

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01 / SLEEP
The simple sleep setup
For every nap. For every night.
FIRM
FLAT
CLEAR
01
Back to sleep.
02
A clear cot. A firm, flat mattress.
03
Same room for at least six months.
04
Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair.
Sources: Lullaby Trust · NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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Newborn sleep: what to expect in the early weeks. Expect waking and changing patterns. Keep night care quiet and gentle. Follow feeding needs, not a timer. Ask for help with your own rest.

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Newborn sleep is not a timetable
A calmer starting point for the first weeks.
DAY + NIGHT
Small stretches.
Changing patterns.
Illustration, not a sleep schedule
01
Expect waking and changing patterns.
02
Keep night care quiet and gentle.
03
Follow feeding needs, not a timer.
04
Ask for help with your own rest.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/newborn-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Helping your baby to sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/helping-your-baby-to-sleep/
Breastfeeding: the first few days: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding/the-first-few-days/
Sleep and tiredness after having a baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/sleep-and-tiredness-after-having-a-baby/
When to get urgent medical help for babies and children under 5: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/health/when-to-get-urgent-medical-help-for-babies-and-children-under-5/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/feeding-cues/

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Newborn feeding cues: what to look for. Turning the head with an open mouth. Hands or fingers moving to the mouth. Stirring, restlessness or little sounds. Respond to baby; do not wait for a timer.

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03 / FEEDING
Before the cry
Three early feeding cues to notice.
HEAD
Turning the head with an open mouth.
HANDS
Hands or fingers moving to the mouth.
MOVEMENT
Stirring, restlessness or little sounds.
RESPOND
Offer a feed without waiting for a schedule or for crying.
BOTTLE FEEDING
If you are bottle feeding, allow pauses and stop when your baby shows they have had enough. Do not press them to finish the bottle.
Pain, feeding worries or concerns about intake deserve early support.
Sources: NHS · UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/feeding-cues/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Breastfeeding: the first few days: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding/the-first-few-days/
Responsive feeding infosheet: https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/baby-friendly-resources/relationship-building-resources/responsive-feeding-infosheet/
Bottle feeding advice: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/advice/
Breastfeeding: positioning and attachment: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding/positioning-and-attachment/
Breastfeeding: is my baby getting enough milk?: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding-problems/enough-milk/
When to get urgent medical help for babies and children under 5: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/health/when-to-get-urgent-medical-help-for-babies-and-children-under-5/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/newborn-nappies/

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Newborn nappies: what to notice and when to ask. Write wet, dirty or both. Notice changes alongside feeding. Use age-specific advice from your midwife. Ask for help before a worry becomes a tally.

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A little nappy note
Useful details for a feeding conversation.
WET NAPPIES · NHS BREASTFEEDING GUIDANCE
FIRST 48 HOURS
2–3
wet nappies may occur
across the 48 hours
FROM DAY 5
6+
heavy wet nappies
in 24 hours
BREASTFED BABIES · DIRTY NAPPIES
From day 4: at least 2 soft yellow stools daily, through the first few weeks.
Feeding method and age matter. Counts cannot assess your baby.
If your baby is difficult to wake or has difficulty breathing, call 999. For a feeding or nappy concern, contact your maternity team, health visitor or urgent-care service promptly.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/newborn-nappies/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Breastfeeding: is my baby getting enough milk?: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding-problems/enough-milk/
How to change your baby's nappy: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/how-to-change-your-babys-nappy/
Changing a nappy: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/caring-for-your-baby/changing-a-nappy/
When to get urgent medical help for babies and children under 5: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/health/when-to-get-urgent-medical-help-for-babies-and-children-under-5/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

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Hospital bag checklist: pack for three people. Notes, medicines and recovery basics. Nappies, simple clothes and a journey-home plan. A charger, snacks and someone who knows the bag. Leave a short last-minute list on top.

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05 / GETTING READY
Pack for three
You. Baby. The person supporting you.
YOU
Notes, medicines, comfortable clothes and recovery basics.
BABY
Nappies, simple clothes and the journey-home essentials.
SUPPORT
A charger, snacks and a clear idea of where everything is.
Leave a short last-minute list on top.
Check what your unit provides. Follow your individual care instructions.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Hospital bag checklist: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/preparing-for-labour-and-birth/hospital-bag-checklist/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/first-week-home/

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Your first week home with a newborn: a practical plan. Feed. Change. Settle. Recover. Ask. Keep care contacts somewhere easy to find. Confirm the next visit, not the whole month. Give someone offering help one specific job.

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The first week, made smaller
Five jobs you can come back to.
TODAY
Feed. Change. Settle. Recover. Ask.
Set up the sleep and changing spaces.
NEXT FEW DAYS
Confirm the next visit or appointment.
Keep discharge instructions and the red book together.
HELP YOU CAN USE
Choose one useful job for someone offering help.
Save maternity, GP and urgent-care contacts.
Contact your maternity team or a health professional if you are worried about your baby or your own recovery. If your baby is difficult to wake or has difficulty breathing, call 999.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/first-week-home/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Your baby's health and development reviews: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/babys-development/height-weight-and-reviews/baby-reviews/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
How to change your baby's nappy: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/how-to-change-your-babys-nappy/
Newborn physical examination: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/newborn-screening/physical-examination/
Your newborn baby: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/getting-to-know-your-newborn/
When to get urgent medical help for babies and children under 5: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/health/when-to-get-urgent-medical-help-for-babies-and-children-under-5/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/night-shift-handover/

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Newborn night-shift handover: a simple plan for carers. Last feed. Last change. Anything to ask or follow up. Where supplies are — and who to wake for help.

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A handover in four lines
For the next person holding the night.
Last feed.
Last change.
Anything to ask or follow up.
Where supplies are — and who to wake for help.
A memory aid. Follow any individual written care plan.
Put your baby in their safe sleep space if you feel yourself falling asleep while holding them. Never sleep together on a sofa or armchair.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/night-shift-handover/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Sleep and tiredness after having a baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/sleep-and-tiredness-after-having-a-baby/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/soothing-crying/

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Soothing a crying newborn: things to try and ways to get help. Check needs. If baby seems unwell, seek medical advice. Try a cuddle, a calm voice or a quieter space. Overwhelmed? Baby safely in the cot. Step away briefly, then return when calmer. Never shake a baby. Ask someone for help.

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When crying feels like a lot
A safe next step for both of you.
CHECK
Check needs. If baby seems unwell, seek medical advice.
COMFORT
Try a cuddle, a calm voice or a quieter space.
PAUSE SAFELY
Overwhelmed? Baby safely in the cot. Step away briefly, then return when calmer.
Never shake a baby
If you feel close to losing control, put your baby safely in their cot and step away briefly. Call someone for help. If you cannot keep yourself or your baby safe, call 999 or go to A&E.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/soothing-crying/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Soothing a crying baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/soothing-a-crying-baby/
Understanding your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/bonding-with-your-baby/understanding-your-baby/
When to get urgent medical help for babies and children under 5: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/health/when-to-get-urgent-medical-help-for-babies-and-children-under-5/
Where to get urgent help for mental health: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/parent-wellbeing/

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Your wellbeing after birth: rest, support and when to seek help. Food, rest and support are part of care. Name one practical thing someone can do. Tell a professional if you are struggling. You do not have to wait two weeks to ask for help.

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You belong in the care plan
A reminder for every new parent.
Your needs count, too.
Food. Rest. Someone to call.
Support is part of caring for a baby.
01
Food, rest and support are part of care.
02
Name one practical thing someone can do.
03
Tell a professional if you are struggling.
04
You do not have to wait two weeks to ask for help.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/parent-wellbeing/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Postnatal depression: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/postnatal-depression/
Where to get urgent help for mental health: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/
Sleep and tiredness after having a baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/sleep-and-tiredness-after-having-a-baby/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/newborn-checks/

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Newborn checks in England: what happens in the first weeks. Within 72 hours: physical examination. Around day 5: blood spot screening. Early weeks: hearing screening. 6–8 weeks: another physical examination.

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The first checks
An England-focused map. Confirm locally.
Within 72 hours
physical examination.
Around day 5
blood spot screening.
6–8 weeks
another physical examination.
Early weeks
hearing screening.
It may happen in hospital, at home or in a clinic.
Contact a health professional when you are worried, even if a check is already booked. Screening does not rule out every condition.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/newborn-checks/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Newborn physical examination: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/newborn-screening/physical-examination/
Newborn blood spot test: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/newborn-screening/blood-spot-test/
Newborn hearing screening: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/newborn-screening/hearing-test/
Your baby's health and development reviews: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/babys-development/height-weight-and-reviews/baby-reviews/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/
NHS screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/nhs-screening/

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Responsive bottle feeding: a practical starting guide. Hold baby semi-upright and support their head. Keep the bottle nearly horizontal; allow pauses. Let baby stop without finishing the bottle. Never prop a bottle or leave baby alone to feed.

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Bottle feeds, at baby’s pace
Use the full preparation guide first.
HOLD CLOSE
FOLLOW CUES
ALLOW PAUSES
01
Hold baby semi-upright and support their head.
02
Keep the bottle nearly horizontal; allow pauses.
03
Let baby stop without finishing the bottle.
04
Never prop a bottle or leave baby alone to feed.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/bottle-feeding/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
How to make up baby formula: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/making-up-baby-formula/
Types of formula milk: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/types-of-formula/
Bottle feeding advice: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/advice/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/
Sterilising baby bottles: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/sterilising-baby-bottles/

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Newborn essentials: a small, practical checklist. A safe place to sleep. A supported feeding plan. Simple clothes and a changing kit. A journey-home plan — and help for you.

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12 / GETTING READY
Five jobs to prepare for
A smaller newborn essentials list.
SLEEP
FEED
CARE
01
A safe place to sleep.
02
A supported feeding plan.
03
Simple clothes and a changing kit.
04
A journey-home plan — and help for you.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/baby-essentials/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
How to change your baby's nappy: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/how-to-change-your-babys-nappy/
Bottle feeding advice: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/advice/
Breastfeeding: positioning and attachment: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding/positioning-and-attachment/
Sterilising baby bottles: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/sterilising-baby-bottles/

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Safer sleep for newborns: a simple setup. A portrait visual guide with practical steps and a source link.

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A safer sleep space
For every nap. For every night.
FIRM
FLAT
CLEAR
BACK
Put your baby down on their back for every sleep.
CLEAR
Use a firm, flat, waterproof mattress in a clear cot or Moses basket.
NEAR
Share your room for at least the first six months, day and night.
Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair.
Sources: Lullaby Trust · NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide
getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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Hospital bag checklist: pack for three people. A portrait visual guide with practical steps and a source link.

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Pack for three
You. Baby. The person supporting you.
FOR YOU
Notes, medicines, comfortable clothes and recovery basics.
FOR BABY
Nappies, simple clothes and the journey-home essentials.
FOR SUPPORT
A charger, snacks and a clear idea of where everything is.
Leave a short last-minute list on top.
Check what your unit provides. Follow your individual care instructions.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide
getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Hospital bag checklist: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/preparing-for-labour-and-birth/hospital-bag-checklist/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

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Newborn night-shift handover: a simple plan for carers. Four writable handover fields with a sleep-safety reminder.

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A handover in four lines
For the next person holding the night.
Last feed.
Last change.
Anything to ask or follow up.
Where supplies are — and who to wake for help.
A memory aid. Follow your individual written care plan.
Put your baby in their safe sleep space if you feel yourself falling asleep while holding them. Never sleep together on a sofa or armchair.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide
getnovababy.com/parents/night-shift-handover/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Sleep and tiredness after having a baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/sleep-and-tiredness-after-having-a-baby/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
Services and support for parents: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/services-and-support-for-parents/

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Safer sleep for newborns: a simple setup. Back to sleep. A clear cot. A firm, flat mattress. Same room for at least six months. Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair.

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The simple sleep setup
For every nap. For every night.
FIRM
FLAT
CLEAR
01
Back to sleep.
02
A clear cot. A firm, flat mattress.
03
Same room for at least six months.
04
Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair.
Sources: Lullaby Trust · NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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Back to sleep. Put your baby down on their back for every sleep.

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THE SIMPLE SLEEP SETUP
Back to sleep.
FIRM
FLAT
CLEAR
Put your baby down on their back for every sleep.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Read the full guidance and save the checklist:
getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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A clear cot. A firm, flat mattress. Keep pillows, soft toys, bumpers, pods and nests out of the sleep space.

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A clear cot. A firm, flat mattress.
FIRM
FLAT
CLEAR
Keep pillows, soft toys, bumpers, pods and nests out of the sleep space.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Read the full guidance and save the checklist:
getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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Same room for at least six months. Keep your baby’s separate sleep space in your room, day and night.

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Same room for at least six months.
FIRM
FLAT
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Keep your baby’s separate sleep space in your room, day and night.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Read the full guidance and save the checklist:
getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair. Plan who can take over if you feel yourself falling asleep.

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Never sleep with baby on a sofa or armchair.
FIRM
FLAT
CLEAR
Plan who can take over if you feel yourself falling asleep.
Sources: NHS · Lullaby Trust · UK · 2026-11-01
Read the full guidance and save the checklist:
getnovababy.com/parents/safe-sleep/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Safer sleep overview: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Safer sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/
Co-sleeping: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/co-sleeping/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/

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Full guide: https://getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

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Hospital bag checklist: pack for three people. You. Baby. The person supporting you. YOU Notes, medicines, comfortable clothes and recovery basics. BABY Nappies, simple clothes and the journey-home essentials. SUPPORT A charger, snacks and a clear idea of where everything is. Leave a short last-minute list on top. Check what your unit provides. Follow your individual care instructions. Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01 Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

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Pack for three
You. Baby. The person supporting you.
YOU
Notes, medicines, comfortable clothes and recovery basics.
BABY
Nappies, simple clothes and the journey-home essentials.
SUPPORT
A charger, snacks and a clear idea of where everything is.
Leave a short last-minute list on top.
Check what your unit provides. Follow your individual care instructions.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Hospital bag checklist: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/preparing-for-labour-and-birth/hospital-bag-checklist/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

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For you: a hospital packing checklist. Maternity notes or instructions for accessing them. Birth preferences. Any medicines you take. Comfortable clothing and underwear. Maternity pads and toiletries. Something suitable for feeding, if needed. Phone charger. Water bottle and a few snacks. Check what your maternity unit provides. This is a practical starting list. Follow any individual instructions for your birth, medicines, feeding plan or hospital stay.

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For you
Make a small recovery kit
Maternity notes or instructions for accessing them
Birth preferences
Any medicines you take
Comfortable clothing and underwear
Maternity pads and toiletries
Something suitable for feeding, if needed
Phone charger
Water bottle and a few snacks
Check what your maternity unit provides.
This is a practical starting list. Follow any individual instructions for your birth, medicines, feeding plan or hospital stay.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Hospital bag checklist: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/preparing-for-labour-and-birth/hospital-bag-checklist/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

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For baby: a hospital packing checklist. Nappies. A few simple baby outfits. Wiping supplies and muslins. First outfit kept together. If travelling by car, have a suitable rear-facing infant seat fitted according to its instructions and practice using it before you need it. Check what your maternity unit provides. This is a practical starting list. Follow any individual instructions for your birth, medicines, feeding plan or hospital stay.

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For baby
Keep the baby section straightforward
Nappies
A few simple baby outfits
Wiping supplies and muslins
First outfit kept together
If travelling by car, have a suitable rear-facing infant seat fitted according to its instructions and practice using it before you need it.
Check what your maternity unit provides.
This is a practical starting list. Follow any individual instructions for your birth, medicines, feeding plan or hospital stay.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Hospital bag checklist: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/preparing-for-labour-and-birth/hospital-bag-checklist/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

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For support: a hospital packing checklist. Own charger and food. Spare clothes and any medicines. Maternity unit number and entrance information. Travel plan. Who will contact family. Check what your maternity unit provides. This is a practical starting list. Follow any individual instructions for your birth, medicines, feeding plan or hospital stay.

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For support
Give your support person their own list
Own charger and food
Spare clothes and any medicines
Maternity unit number and entrance information
Travel plan
Who will contact family
Check what your maternity unit provides.
This is a practical starting list. Follow any individual instructions for your birth, medicines, feeding plan or hospital stay.
Sources: NHS · UK · 2026-11-01
Full guide: getnovababy.com/parents/hospital-bag/

GUIDE SOURCES — FULL LINKS
Hospital bag checklist: https://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/preparing-for-labour-and-birth/hospital-bag-checklist/
What you'll need for your baby: https://www.nhs.uk/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/what-you-will-need-for-your-baby/
Who will look after me?: https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/who-will-look-after-me

