ou’re doing baby-led weaning. You hand your 6-month-old a steamed carrot stick. They chew it like a champ… and then suddenly: They turn red. They gag. They cough. Their eyes water. You freeze. You mentally prep for CPR. But then—they swallow. And grin. What just happened? Was it choking? Was it gagging? Are you a terrible parent?!

Let’s gently unpack why children sometimes cling to their caretakers more than their own parents — and why it doesn’t mean you’re a bad mum (or dad). In fact, it means you’re doing something right.

A humble pink booklet, yet filled with invaluable information and vital records that guide mothers and healthcare professionals throughout the journey of pregnancy.

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Remember when “privacy” meant locking your diary with a tiny padlock and “friends” were the kids on your street, not avatars from six time zones away? Congratulations — you’re likely a millennial parent or teacher trying to raise Gen Alpha or Beta in a world that makes even Gen Z look analog.