Babies who smack their lips in satisfaction at a new flavour make most parents happy. But breast milk or baby formula are the best food for your baby during those first six months.

What does it feel like when you breastfeed? Do your breasts feel taut and tender, are they leaking milk? Or is the opposite the problem - does your baby seem hungry and cranky?

Desserts are good for kids - provides they're healthy Fruit and berries are ideal, but avoid chocolate pudding and ice cream. And small children shouldn't eat salty snacks like crisps.

Do you have twins? Try breastfeeding your twins in different ways before leaving the hospital. Ask your midwife and the nurses for advice before leaving the hospital.

Breastfeeding should be calm and comfy. But how long should it last, and how often does your baby need to feed? It's a good idea to listen to your baby instead of checking your watch.

It is your baby that starts off the breastfeeding process with its appetite. Babies have a strong sucking reflex for the first few days, particularly on the second and third day after birth. Then your milk starts flowing. Your breasts feel engorged and the milk may overflow. But don't worry; your milk production will soon stabilise.

A lot of newborns swallow air while they're feeding. So they burp or vomit afterwards, otherwise they would get tummy ache. Here are a few tips on how to help your baby burp.

You need more nutrition than normal when you're breastfeeding - both for yourself and for your little baby. Here are some ideas on what can be good to eat a bit more of.

Here are some practical tips about infants, food and eating habits.

We're often reminded about the importance of a varied and balanced diet for both children and adults. But what does that actually mean? Here are some tips about the nutrients, vitamins and minerals needed as your child grows.

Suddenly your baby may be feeding constantly and not want to be anywhere but at your breast. Ironically, if baby suckles more than usual, to the point of bringing up the milk his tummy can't take, he will actually be increasing your milk production.

Being woken over and over at night and getting up to breastfeed baby can be draining. Many breastfeeding mothers prefer to keep baby close at night. But babies and toddlers should have their own bedspace if you sleep in the same bed.