Expert Advice

Elaine Hanzak advises mothers, health professionals and family support groups worldwide regarding principles of care for sufferers and approaches to treatment for [postnatal depression](http://parenting.greatvine.com/browse-experts/early-years/postnatal-depression/). Here she answers some of your questions about both recognising and coping with [PND](http://parenting.greatvine.com/browse-experts/early-years/postnatal-depression/).

Elaine Hanzak Postnatal Depression Expert

While breastfeeding is both nutritious and natural, it does not come easily to all new mothers. In this introduction registered nurse and midwife Nikki Khan outlines what you can expect as you begin to breastfeed as well as providing helpful hints and tips to trouble shoot any breastfeeding problems you may encounter and to make feeding your baby more comfortable.

Nikki Khan Midwife, Lawyer, Baby Masseuse, Infacol's Infant Health Expert & Prima Baby's Expert Midwife

Up to 70% of children under age five have sleep problems. Sleep issues are complicated and have many causes. They’re hard to deal with because when children aren’t sleeping, parents aren’t sleeping, and that lack of sleep affects every minute of every day for every person in the family because lack of sleep isn’t just about being tired.

Elizabeth Pantley

Writing for children is a surprisingly competitive business. Whilst it is tempting to just jump in with both feet (and a great idea) I would suggest taking a step back - just to start with - and listening to what the experts have to say. This document is a summary of tips from three top children's editors.

Louise Jordan Children's Editor

What does it mean to be a lazy writer? The most obvious definition would be one who doesn’t write, but I believe we are all guilty of this from time to time. We can think of plenty of other things which need doing – or there’s always a game of Solitaire.

Stephanie Baudet Children's Writer and writing tutor

It can be hard to know where to start following a break up. Annie has some practical tips to put your life back on, or onto a better track.

Annie O'Neill Divorce Coach