that eczema dictates everything they do.Sue Atkins, parenting coach and author, has some tips on how parents can cope with their children’s eczema positively. 1. Relax Remember, eczema is not your fault. Try to stay calm and relaxed even at times when you find

ease colic symptoms in babies and reduce crying time. How did you cope with colic? Tell us your story below, in our forums, on our Facebook page or tweet us @Baby_Expert. Read more...Colic & crying midwife Q&AIs gripe water safe to use on my baby

slack. Watching TV, eating beans on toast and having a good wash instead of a bath every night is NOT going to do your child irreversible harm and DOESN'T make you a bad mother. Here's Alison's 10-point plan to help cope when you've got a family of three

, but sometimes fate takes the control away from us, leaving us overwhelmed and confused. How to cope as a coupleThe loss of your baby might well be the first tragedy you face together as a couple, and you may find yourself exposed to a new side of your partner

nights or more ice creams than usual, make a point that this is a special holiday treat.Having a new baby A new brother or sister can be tricky for toddlers to cope with - suddenly there is competition for your attention, which can trigger uncooperative

You may feel love at first sight for your baby, but for many mums, bonding takes place over the next few days or weeks. Skin-to-skin will help you feel closer to your little one.NEW-MUM TIP: Try not to be too anxious when you pick up your baby. In the first few weeks your baby ha...

The early days with a new baby can be hard - but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here are some of the common feelings which you may experience - and how to deal with them. Dealing with the baby blues

How can hypnotherapy help you cope with labour?'Hypnotherapy can help with the birth experience on a number of different levels. It can teach and help the expectant mother how to distress and relax. It can boost her confidence levels and dispel any

Sarah Morley, 31, lives in Lutterworth, Leicestershire, with her husband Fin, and sons Max, nearly 2, and Daniel, 4. Twice a month, they travel 100 miles to visit both sets of grandparents and Sarah dreads the journey.My mum and dad live in Berkshire while Fin's parents are in Su...

How does it work?A TENS machine delivers an electrical stimulus that triggers endorphins – your body’s own painkillers – and helps block pain. It usually takes about 40 minutes to become effective, and is drug-free.How do I use it?You use sticky padsto fix several electrode pads ...