Your baby might be born a bit red, dry and flaky but within days he'll have velvety soft skin you just won't be able to stop nuzzling.

Keep it soft by avoiding using soaps for the first 3 months - water is enough for his delicate skin. If dry skin appears on his scalp, this is likely to be a common condition called cradle cap.

It's harmless and will clear up. Don't pick it or it could become infected - simply rub his scalp with baby oil and leave it for 24 hours, then wash it gently off.