Caring for Your Newborn
Everything you need to know about caring for your newborn in the first days and weeks of life, from feeding and safe sleeping to when to seek urgent medical help.
Newborn Care
Support and guidance for the early weeks of your baby’s life. Whether you have questions about feeding, upcoming health checks, registering your baby, or navigating the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, you’ll find the answers and support you need.
Supporting You and Your Baby
Find trusted advice and information to help you care for your newborn in those important early weeks.
Your Baby’s Health and Checks
From your newborn’s first examination to their hearing screening, find out what health checks your baby will have in their first days and weeks.
Breastfeeding Your Baby
Breastfeeding gives your baby the best possible start in life. Find information and support to help you on your breastfeeding journey.
RSV Immunisation
Learn about the HSE immunisation programme protecting infants and newborns against RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).
Registering Your Baby
Register your baby’s birth and find out what you need to bring, where to go, and how to get your baby’s birth certificate.
Baby Feeding
Guidance on feeding your baby at home, including breastfeeding and bottle feeding
