First-time dad-to-be Jamie Laing, 36, has been deemed "dangerously underprepared" for the arrival of his baby with pregnant Sophie Habboo, as revealed on their 'Nearly Parents' podcast. The couple, who announced their pregnancy in June, have been openly sharing their journey, including Sophie's recent test of Jamie's knowledge on parenting essentials. The results left the 30-year-old reality TV star horrified by her fiancé's lack of basic baby care information.

During the podcast episode, Sophie posed several questions to Jamie. When asked about the required hours of sleep for newborns, Jamie vaguely responded, "Well, it's up to the baby how much they sleep." A more alarming revelation came when questioned about the ideal sleeping temperature for babies. Jamie confidently, but incorrectly, suggested a "34C" environment, a figure drastically different from the expert-recommended 16C to 20C. The Lullaby Trust specifically warns that maintaining the temperature within this range significantly helps to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), emphasizing the need for regular checks to ensure the baby is not overheating.

Another critical area where Jamie's knowledge was lacking was the necessity of trimming babies' nails and toenails. Stunned by the concept, the Radio 1 presenter exclaimed, "What?" Sophie had to explain that mittens often included on baby grows serve the purpose of preventing infants from scratching their highly sensitive skin. Luckily, Jamie did demonstrate awareness of hair tourniquet syndrome, a relatively rare condition predominantly affecting babies and toddlers, often linked to postpartum hair loss in mothers.

Hair tourniquet syndrome involves strands of hair wrapping tightly around a child's extremities, most commonly toes and fingers, but occasionally other body parts. Parents are advised to regularly inspect their child's fingers, toes, and even genitals for any signs of hair tourniquets. Furthermore, caution is urged regarding hair getting caught around a child's neck, particularly during co-sleeping. Nikki Jurcutz, a first aid expert from the Tiny Hearts Foundation, provided practical advice for those with long hair, suggesting that tying hair up in a bun or plait can significantly help lower the risk of this condition. Despite his initial blunders, Jamie concluded the video by proudly stating, "Papa knows what he's talking about."