Angela, baby care advisor and mum

Being a baby care advisor for Cow & Gate means I get all sorts of questions from new and even experienced mums. As both a mum of two and an advisor, the one thing you learn is that every question is worth asking. Nobody expects new mums to know everything, and everyone needs a little help.

Angela, baby care advisor and mum

My top tips

• If you’re suffering from leg cramps, try putting a cork under your pillow!
• If you’re tired, try to take a rest - or better still a nap - while your baby is sleeping.
• When your baby is teething, put a chew toy in the fridge to cool. When your baby chews on the toy it numbs the pain in their gums.

About me

My daughter was quite a sicky baby when she was young.  She used to be sick after every feed but was still a very happy baby and seemed to take everything in her stride.  Fortunately, when she was a bit older, she took to weaning really quickly and had no problem keeping meals down.