So, you're going to be a parent?

Congratulations!

  Becoming a parent is an exciting time, but it can also be difficult. There's a lot to learn and not a lot of time to learn it in, and there's a huge amount of preparations to make.

  The authors of Nappies From Hell are new parents themselves, and hopefully this site will help you a little in the busy months ahead, with articles and features on many aspects of parenting especially aimed at first timers.

The Path to Parenthood

  The first step to parenthood is pregnancy, and we cover topics including morning sickness and ultrasound scans.

  Before the birth itself, you'll need to get your nursery sorted out, and we have guides on choosing a cot and setting up a baby monitoring system to keep a watch over your baby while sleeping.

  Next comes the birth, when pain relief in labour is a topic whose importance will become very clear indeed, and then you'll need to arrange a car seat to ferry your new arrival home safely.

  From then on, it's a journey of discovery - from playtime to teething, and the importance of making your home a safe place for toddlers with stair gates and playpens.

  Enjoy the ride!