Each phase has its own questions. Here you will find the responses.

Everything you need to know to experience parenting with more awareness and less stress.

What would you like to know?

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Mandatory vaccinations for the first year of life

Calendar and booking methods
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Movements and discoveries between 6 and 9 months

Every movement is a conquest towards autonomy.
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What is family counseling?

What is the difference between public, accredited and private consultancy?
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Postpartum: how to recover energy and well-being

Checks, self-listening and support after birth.
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Are there prohibited foods when breastfeeding?

Eat whatever you like. Categorical no to alcohol, smoking and drugs.
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Newborn's first needs: how to find your way around without anxiety

Crying, sleeping, breastfeeding: listen, observe and ask for help when needed.
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Transporting a baby by car: how to travel safely from day one

Never in your arms: always use an approved child seat even for short trips.
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First newborn vaccines: what happens and what to expect

Timing, methods and symptoms
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How to safely carry a newborn on foot?

Waistband, waist bag or stroller? Choose the most suitable and secure solution.
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How to organize the first few days at home with the newborn

Rest, practical help and useful contacts for a more peaceful routine.
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Colic: what to do when the crying doesn't stop

Small daily gestures that can help calm him down
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When to make a birth declaration

Respect the deadlines set for the declaration.
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If you do not want to breastfeed

A free and legitimate choice: the mother's well-being is part of the child's health.
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Donating or receiving breast milk: how it works and why it's important

A safe and supportive gesture that helps the most fragile babies.
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What last name will the boy the girl have

From 2022, you can give both surnames, or choose one, by agreement between parents.
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What should I do if I have pain when I breastfeed?

Breastfeeding pain must be thoroughly investigated and not underestimated for the well-being of the mother and the newborn.
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If you can't breastfeed

Safe alternatives and relationships that remain authentic even without breast milk.
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What is a newborn's' colic 'really

Intense crying does not necessarily indicate a stomach ache: it is a physiological passage in the first months
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Rooming-in: why stay together from the first days

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Difference between identity card and birth certificate

The certificate certifies that the child was born; the identity card is an official document with a photo.
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Postpartum visits and exams

The controls that help body and mind to regain balance after birth.
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Umbilical stump: how to cure it safely

Keep it dry and clean: it will come off on its own in a few days.
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Breastfeeding: when to ask for help and who to contact

It's natural but it can be difficult: where to find support
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Neonatal screening and first checks: what to do and when

From 24 hours to the first weeks: tests and visits essential for the health of the newborn.
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How to report the birth and start the registration process

Registering the birth and obtaining the first documents without stress.
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Newborn ID card: where and how to request it

How to make a registry request step by step
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Postpartum depression: where to ask for free help

Consultants, birth points and listening lines: you are not alone, and you can cure it
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The first documents of the newborn

How to obtain the Tax Code, the health card and the newborn's passport
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Abdominal diastasis after delivery: recognize it and take care of it

The confirmation always comes from a clinical evaluation, made by a midwife, physiotherapist or gynecologist
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Water birth: benefits, limitations and where it is possible to do it

A gentle option for labor and birth suitable only for physiological pregnancies.
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Induced childbirth: when it is necessary and how it is carried out

When labor does not start on its own: reasons, methods and safety of induction.
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Cesarean delivery: what to expect and what are your rights

When it is needed, how it is carried out and how to deal with recovery.
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Natural Childbirth: How It Takes Place and What to Expect

What happens when childbirth begins and how to live it with confidence.
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Childbirth at home: when it is possible and how to ensure its safety

Choice possible only in physiological pregnancies and with qualified midwives.
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Epidural analgesia: a right for a more peaceful delivery

It reduces pain by maintaining active participation during childbirth.
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Managing labor pain: natural and pharmacological techniques

Breathing, movement and analgesia: all the options for conscious delivery.
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How to recognize postpartum depression

Why does it happen and what symptoms to observe
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The choice of pediatrician is up to the parents, it is not automatic

An important step to take immediately after birth
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Third trimester: free exams and final checks

Control tests, CTG and strep smear: prepare for delivery with your team.
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What happens in the delivery room and what are your rights

How does the birth take place and which figures accompany you.
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Choosing the type of delivery

What to consider to consciously choose how and where to give birth
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How to choose a stroller, car seat and supports for a newborn

Moving with a newborn requires suitable and safe tools.
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The importance of the pertussis vaccine during pregnancy

It protects the newborn in the first months of life, when it is most vulnerable
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Ranking, assignment and confirmation of the nursery

What happens and what to monitor after submitting the request
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Birth plan: how to write it and why it's important

A document for experiencing childbirth in a conscious, safe and respected way.
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Plan the choice of pediatrician

Getting informed early helps you find the right pediatrician and reduce postpartum stress.
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When are the contractions the right ones to go to the hospital

Understand if labor has really started and when to start.
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Choosing the birth point: how to decide and what to evaluate

Find out about the services, methods of delivery and the presence of a partner to experience childbirth with peace of mind.
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Intravenous analgesia: how it works and when to use it

A safe solution for managing labor pain when epidurals are not indicated.
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How much does a nest cost

Find your way around rates and bonuses
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Third trimester: which exams are taken and why

Exams and checks to prepare for delivery safely.
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Second trimester: free exams with M exemption

Morphological ultrasound, blood/urine tests and, if indicated, a glycemic curve or genetic tests.
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Parental leave (ex optional maternity): how it works for mom and dad

Once the mandatory 5 months are over, parents have other rights to be close to their children.
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Are you an employee: how much is the salary

Know the amount and methods of paying the allowance during the maternity period
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Braxton Hicks contractions: how to recognize them and what to do

Irregular, short and not increasing: hydration, rest and change of position help.
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Glycemic curve during pregnancy: when it is needed and how it works

An exam to detect the risk of gestational diabetes early
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Documents needed to apply to the nursery

Prepare them in advance to apply on time
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Perinatal Bereavement: Recognizing Pain and Seeking Support

Pain that is often kept silent and minimized
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Birth support meetings: why they are useful and how to choose the right path

Prepare, get informed and create a support network before birth.
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Second trimester: which exams are taken and why

From the morphological to the glycemic curve: the controls to follow the growth of the fetus.
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When do nursery registrations open

Deadlines may change every year: here's how not to miss them
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Morphological ultrasound: when to do it and what to check

Between the 19th and 22nd week, it is used to verify the child's growth and development.
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How to apply to the nursery: step by step

A simple guide to the online procedure
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The nest as a space for growth

An environment that supports children, families and collective well-being
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Are you a self-employed worker: what is maternity benefit

Financial support for those who work independently during pregnancy and after giving birth
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Are you a self-employed worker: when to apply

Know the time limit within which to submit your request to obtain maternity benefit.
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Are you an employee: what is compulsory maternity

A right that protects health and income: find out what compulsory maternity is and how it works
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Are you an employee: when should the application be submitted

Submit your application on time to be eligible for maternity and benefits.
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Are you a self-employed worker: what documents do you need

Find out which cards and certificates are needed to submit your application correctly.
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You are a self-employed person: where to submit your application?

Here are the references and how to submit the request for maternity benefits.
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You are an employee: how to inform your employer

Find out when and how to report maternity to your employer to comply with the regulations
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Sex during pregnancy and after giving birth: listening to the body and its own time

Sexuality changes: you don't have to chase a right rhythm, but your own.
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Drug compatibility during pregnancy and breastfeeding: who to ask for advice

Never stop taking a medication without asking first.
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Are you a self-employed worker: how much is the salary

How is the allowance calculated for self-employed maternity workers.
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Are you an employee: how to apply for maternity

Discover all the steps necessary to submit your maternity application correctly
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Are you an employee: where to apply

Here are the official channels to deliver the maternity application in a simple and safe way
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Who is entitled to a single universal check

An overview of who can request the check, without complications.
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Pregnancy tests and supplements: which are free and how to request them

With a challenge and M code (per week) you don't pay for routine exams; folic acid is free with a prescription.
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Book exams and pregnancy visits

Find out how to book through SSN, pharmacy, app or CUP.
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Useful (and useless) items for the newborn: what is really needed

Before you buy everything, wait until you understand what you really need.
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Mood swings during pregnancy: when to worry and who to ask for help

Persistent sadness or anxiety deserve professional listening and support.
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Labor: how to recognize it and what happens in the 3 phases

Regular, increasing and close contractions: when to go to the hospital and what to expect.
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Weeks and initials during pregnancy: how to read them and find your way around

Understanding terms and abbreviations helps you take exams and reports more confidently.
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Perineum in pregnancy and childbirth: how to prepare it

Massages, exercises and free positions help; after giving birth, cure pain and do a pelvic evaluation if necessary.
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Pelvic floor during pregnancy: how to keep it healthy

Prevent disorders and promote postpartum recovery with exercises and awareness.
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Toxoplasmosis and other infections during pregnancy: prevent and protect yourself

Safe behaviors to reduce infectious risks.
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Pregnancy with complex prenatal diagnosis: how to deal with it and who to talk to about it

When a pregnancy takes an unexpected direction, a care network is needed.
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Pregnancy: when to go to the hospital right away

Pain, loss or reduced movement: here are the signs that require immediate control.
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Exemption M in pregnancy: how it works and which exams it covers

The code varies by week and risk factors: ask your doctor/ASST which tests fall under.
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What you can (and can't) do or eat while pregnant

More than prohibitions, good habits to feel good for you and those who grow with you.
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Coombs test: when to do it and why it's crucial if you're Rh negative

A simple and free exam to prevent complications between mom and baby
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Thinking about the nursery: when to start getting informed

Orienting yourself in advance helps you choose with more peace of mind
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First trimester: free exams with M exemption

Basic tests (blood, urine, infectious) and first ultrasound: they serve to plan the course safely.
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Birth support meetings: when to register and where to attend them

Public (free) or private: what to expect and how to choose.
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Weight gain during pregnancy

Weight is a sign to observe, not to judge.
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First trimester: which exams are taken and why

The first checks to know your health and that of the child.
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Birthing bag: essential list for you and the newborn

Pack your suitcase a few weeks in advance and check the official list of your birth place.
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Combined first trimester screening: when to do it and what it detects

Free test that estimates the risk of chromosomal anomalies between week 11 and 13.
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Anxiety or sadness during pregnancy: who to ask for help (free)

Consultants and birth centers offer listening and psychological support: talking about it relieves.
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Mood changes in pregnancy: why they occur and how to manage them

Simple strategies to implement to regain balance
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First visit during pregnancy: what happens and what to bring

The starting point of the birth process: what happens, your rights and how to prepare.
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Folic acid during pregnancy: how to get it for free with a prescription

Ask for the prescription with exemption M and week of gestation
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Who follows you during pregnancy: obstetrician gynecologist or consultant?

Several possibilities to be followed with serenity and continuity.
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The forms of parenting recognized in Italy: single parent/single parent

Parenting alone, with full legal recognition
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Physiological or risk pregnancy: what changes in the treatment process

Understanding the difference helps you get the right kind of care.
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Learning to be a parent while you grow up too

Don't isolate yourself, compare yourself with other parents and look for local services and networks
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The forms of parenting recognized in Italy: married heterosexual couple

Parenting recognized automatically from the birth of the child
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Co-parenting: growing together as parents and as a couple

Becoming parents is a profound change: listening and sharing help to remain a team
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The forms of parenting recognized in Italy: unmarried cohabiting couple

Parenting possible, but not always recognized to both partners
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Obstetrical or gynecological path: which one to choose and why

Two different paths for different needs: how to understand the right one.
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First ultrasound: what you see and when to do it

Confirm your pregnancy and expected date of birth.
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The forms of parenting recognized in Italy: parent and adoptive parents

Becoming foster parents: who can and how
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PMA in Italy: regulations, access and rights

Admissible only for heterosexual couples of legal age and of childbearing age.
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Stress and fertility

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How much does the PMA cost

Partly covered by the SSN, with tickets and regional limits.
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Male fertility

How to test it
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What to do if you want to undertake a legitimate/ordinary adoption process

All the requirements and steps for couples who want to adopt a minor declared adoptable.
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Female fertility

How to test it
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Fertility, Infertility and Sterility

The differences between the three concepts
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Single parent/single parent: adoption in special cases

An unmarried adult may adopt in specific cases, after evaluation by the Court.
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Where is PMA done

In public or private centers authorized by the Regions.
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Dealing with a pregnancy interruption: what to know and who to contact

Rights, paths and support in a delicate moment.
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Positive pregnancy test? Book your first obstetric visit

With a challenging code and M code, you can access the National Health Service route for free.
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Coping with a miscarriage

A common but often silent experience
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Cohabiting, unmarried couples: adoption in special cases

When ordinary adoption is not allowed, there are alternative ways in specific cases.
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What is PMA

Medical help to become parents when a pregnancy does not come naturally.
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What to do if you want to take up the adoption process in special cases

The adoption of the partner's child is possible for cohabiting couples, after evaluation by the judge.
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Homogenitorial couple: adoption in special cases

In Italy, adoption for homogenitorial couples is possible only in special cases, on the decision of the judges
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Preconception interview: why do it and what it helps you discover

A free consultation at the office to take care of your reproductive health.
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Married heterosexual couple: adoption with ordinary procedure

Requirements and path for married heterosexual couples who want to adopt a minor.
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Folic acid: why it's essential before and during pregnancy

A simple gesture that can prevent serious malformations in the fetus
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Pregnancy test: when to do it and how to read the result

You can do it from the first day of late menstruation - here's how to do it properly.
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First dose of hexavalent and pneumococcal vaccines

The first step to protecting your child's health
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The spaces that welcome parent-child groups (libraries, playrooms, play areas)

Meeting places where you can grow together.
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10 rules for safe bedtime

Practical measures that protect your child's sleep and life
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How is a single check credited

The payment methods to choose from
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Sole custody: who has parental responsibility

Some situations require special decisions
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How the baby looks and hears in the first months

The parents' face and voice are his first sensory games.
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Third dose of hexavalent and pneumococcal vaccines

The final recall that completes the protection of the first year.
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Feeling inadequate: a more common emotion than you think

Nobody is born a parent, you become a parent.
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Old traditions: which to keep and which to let go

Not everything that “has always been done” is useful or safe.
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What is it and when to start weaning

The first few tastings as a discovery, not as a substitute for milk.
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Return to work knowing your rights

Parenting and working is a right, not a concession
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Insertion to the nest

An important step to be tackled calmly and gradually
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Meet other parents

Sharing time and experiences helps to feel less alone and to network
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When to start with water besides milk

During breastfeeding, milk is sufficient, water is needed only with the introduction of the first solid foods
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Chi deve dichiarare la nascita

Un genitore, o entrambi, devono registrare la nascita entro 10 giorni dall’evento
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Return to work with balance and without feelings of guilt

Detachment is part of growing up, for you and your child
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Preventing plagiocephaly

Alternate positions and set aside time for tummy time to prevent a flat head.
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Where and how to weigh the baby in the first months

Understanding the concept of a growth curve
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What is SIDS (sudden infant death)

Knowing good safe sleep practices really reduces risks.
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Stop breastfeeding: how to do it gradually and calmly

Every end is a transition: it takes time, not guilt.
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Stimulate sight and hearing in the first few months

Lights, sounds and words: discovering the world with your voice and your face.
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Never shake a newborn: Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS)

Even a few seconds of shaking can cause serious and permanent damage.
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What does it mean to have parental responsibility

A role that concerns care, choices and protection
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Shared custody: who has parental responsibility

When parents separate or divorce, what really changes
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What is parental responsibility

A central concept in the care and growth of children
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What is the ISEE certificate and where is it done

What does this abbreviation mean and what is this document for
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Universal single allowance for separated or cohabiting parents.

How the allowance works in case of separation or cohabitation, without complications.
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Reading Together from an Early Age

Stories Strengthen the Bond, Nourish the Imagination and Make Words Grow
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Detachment and separation anxiety

Understanding and accepting the needs of closeness: a phase that passes.
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Growth in the first months

Every child has their own growth curve
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Visual and auditory screenings at 3 years: why they are important

Checking early helps you grow better.
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Second dose of meningococcal B vaccine

The booster that completes the protection against meningitis and sepsis.
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Sharenting and digital parenting: growing together also online

Share yes, but with respect for children's privacy.
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Discoveries and achievements between 3 and 6 months

A small step every day: how to accompany growth and curiosity
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Health balance

The free periodic visits that accompany growth.
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Domestic accidents: how to prevent them

A few simple steps are enough for a safe and peaceful home.
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Supporting the first movements (0—3 months)

Every gesture is discovered: contact, massage and play on your stomach.
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Conscious parents, not overwhelmed: how to find your way around too much information

You don't have to read everything to be a good parent.
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Strong emotions in the early years: how to help your child (and parents) manage them

Whims don't exist: they are emotions that seek space.
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How do you become an 'equal' parent?

Co-parenting is about sharing care, not 'lending a hand'
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What happens in Neonatal Intensive Care (TIN)?

A place of care and presence with the active participation of parents
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Discover the world with your hands

The child knows and learns by touching, grasping, tasting
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Safety at the table during weaning

How to make a meal a peaceful time for the whole family
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Understanding and managing a newborn's cry

Crying is a language and learning to listen to it helps you calm down and connect
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What is the universal single check

What is it for and why it concerns all families with dependent children.
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Who has parental responsibility

An important question for parents
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Children and technological devices: how to manage TV, tablet and smartphone

The relationship comes before the screen
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Passport for babies and children

An online appointment is required at the Police Headquarters or Police Station
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Getting to know the world in the first few months

Small daily experiences to settle in and feel safe
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Sounds and first words

From vocalizations to first words: communicating is a mutual game.
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How to communicate with a newborn (0—3 months)

Every gesture, look and sound is already language and relationship.
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First dose of the Rotavirus vaccine

Sweet drops for the first protection against gastroenteritis.
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Submission of the application for the single check

The steps to follow to make a request in a simple and error-free way.
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How much is the family entitled to monthly

Financial aid that varies: here's what the amount depends on.
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The 40 days after giving birth

Self-care, rights and listening in the first days as a mother.
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Second dose of the Rotavirus vaccine

An important step to protect your child from gastroenteritis
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Movement and coordination 9—12 months

From first steps to balance games
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Share your experience

Talking to each other between parents creates strength and mutual support.
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Sleep at 6—9 months

Every awakening is a sign of a brain that is developing
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Baby sleep in the first year: new rhythms, not rules

Nightly awakenings are normal: presence and security matter.
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Safe home for curious kids

Look at the house from his point of view to secure it
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Socialization at 9-12 months

Before playing with others, children learn about themselves and the world.
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How many types of weaning are there

More roads with the sole objective of developing a healthy relationship with food
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Why is it important to take a course in first aid and pediatric obstruction?

To act calmly and confidently when every second counts.
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Infant massage

A gesture of love that nourishes body, trust and relationship.
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