Playing isn't just fun - it's vital for your child. In fact, playing freely is better than anything else they could be doing.

As a parent, seeing your baby cry is painful. For the most part, they simply want to be close, if they're not hungry. So here are 15 tips for comforting a sad little baby.

Getting first teeth is a milestone, no doubt about it. For some babies the first teeth pop through without any fuss, while others discover that teething really hurts.

When it comes to dressing your baby, layers rule, along with clothes that breathe.

Our skin protects us and produces vital vitamin D. So it's important to take care of it. Small babies' skin isn't fully developed, so needs extra care.

At parent groups, there's room for celebration, laughing and sharing successes and frustrations over a cup of tea. In short, they can be sanity savers for new parents!

Naturally, you can feed your baby solely vegetarian food, but it's important that you have the necessary knowledge about such a diet.

Here is some down-to-earth wisdom from other Treasures parents about food:

You need to be extra careful in the kitchen when cooking for babies and toddlers, as they're more sensitive than adults to things like bacteria that can upset their stomachs.

A food allergy is usually very easy to spot - your child will get a reaction such as rash or stomach pain. But this may not be a permanent allergy. Luckily, some food intolerances are only temporary.

There are ways to smooth the transition for a big sister or brother. One is letting them feel as jealous as they want to.

Blocked milk ducts is not an uncommon problem, but left untreated it can develop into mastitis. Here are some tips for dealing with blocked ducts.