At Cow & Gate we test our range to high standards so you can be assured when you choose our baby and toddler milks or foods.

Breastfeeding is recommended from birth onwards with the introduction of appropriate weaning foods around 6 months. Talk to a healthcare professional. At Cow & Gate we test our range to high standards ...

Wondering what to pack in your hospital bag? We’ve got you covered. From new-mum must-haves to new baby essentials, our hospital bag checklist will help you get prepared and ready for labour in no ...

Am I in labour? The first stage of labour can last for hours, so remember not to panic when you begin to spot pre-labour signs. Women are expected to have irregular contractions in the early stage, ...

Generally, if your baby is feeding well, they will let go of your breast once they’re full. However, they may pause for a while during breastfeeding so give them time to decide whether they’ve had ...

When you feed your baby from both your breast and a bottle, that is known as combination feeding. This is the case whether you choose to use infant formula milk or expressed breast milk for bottle ...

At 38 weeks pregnant your baby is now fully developed and is using these last couple of weeks to lay down fat. At about 49 or 50cm long, they weigh near to 6lb 6oz. Your baby can hear your voice, so ...

Learn how to spot the signs, introduce those first mouthfuls and which tastes your baby will love (hopefully!). Once your baby reaches 4 – 6 months, you’ll be starting to think about preparing for ...

Lots of men like to be as involved as possible with their baby from the very beginning, as well as wanting to learn how to help their partner at the birth. Antenatal classes will help you find out how ...

A birth plan is a document that lets midwives, doctors and birth partners know what your delivery preferences are and how you want to be treated during labour. Whether it’s a written birth guide or ...