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Fontanelles are soft spots on a baby's head where the skull bones have not yet completely fused together. Learn what signs may be a health problem.

Caesarean (C-section) is an operation to give birth to a baby, which may be planned or an emergency. Find out why it might be needed.

Slow weight gain, previously known as 'failure to thrive’, is when a baby doesn’t grow as expected. Learn about why it happens and what to do.

Babies born with tongue-tie can’t move their tounge freely. Having tongue-tie can make feeding more difficult for your baby, but help is available.

Preterm labour is when you go into labour before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Find out about having a premature baby and the extra care your baby may need.

Find out what is normal child sexual behaviour, how to help children develop positive attitudes to sexuality, and when to seek advice.

Plagiocephaly (flat head) is an uneven or misshaped head. It is very common in young babies but usually eases when they can sit up on their own.

Sometimes birth doesn't go as expected. If you or your baby are at risk, there might be a need to do an emergency caesarean as the safest option.

You can encourage more positive behaviour in your toddler by being specific and clear in your praise and your approach to discipline.