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Understand the responsibilities of parent(s) when caring for a young baby

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Click the icon to the left to watch a video which is provided by the NHS and is titled ‘Getting your baby to sleep’. This video provides information on the differing sleeping habits of babies, and practical tips on how parents can encourage a child to fall asleep. Watch the video and make notes. What can you learn from watching the video?

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Click the icon to view a PDF leaflet titled ‘Stimulating environments’ which was produced by Bright Futures. This resource explains the crucial aspects of a suitable environment for children, and explains how a parent can ensure that they balance safety considerations with the child’s need for a stimulating environment.
Use your local library service to access a copy of ‘Setting the Scene: Creating Successful Environments for Babies and Young Children’ which was written by Sally Featherstone, Elaine Massey and Sam Goodman and published by Featherstone Publishing.
Click to read ‘Baby and toddler safety’ from the NHS Choices website which covers things to be aware of in a baby’s environment.
Click to read about ‘Parental Responsibility’ from the Child Law Advice website.
Click to read more about co-sleeping safety from the NCT.

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