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raisingchildren.net.au

raisingchildren.net.au is Australia’s trusted, online parenting resource from pregnancy and birth to raising teens.

Reviewed by experts and based on evidence, raisingchildren.net.au is designed for busy families and contains videos and articles on hundreds of topics. With easy-to-digest information tailored to ages and stages, raisingchildren.net.au helps parents navigate the daily decisions of raising children and looking after their own needs.

More than 78 000 parents visit raisingchildren.net.au every day to explore reliable information about children’s health, sleep, behaviour, eating, physical activity, family relationships, raising teenagers and much more.

How raisingchildren.net.au can help

raisingchildren.net.au provides up-to-date, evidence-based information about raising children and caring for yourself as a parent or carer. They use everyday language with plenty of real-life examples.

Health and education professionals who work with families also recommend the website and distribute its information to parents.

raisingchildren.net.au is Australian Government funded and free of advertising and commercial interests.

Some parents who use raisingchildren.net.au have commented:

  • “I use it whenever I have a parenting issue. I think it’s the best parenting website I have found.”
  • “Having somewhere safe to look for advice makes me feel strong as a parent.”
  • “[The site] often reinforces what I am already doing which gives me confidence.”

The website is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. It is a partnership between the Parenting Research Centre and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute with The Royal Children’s Hospital Centre for Community Child Health.

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Moving from cot to bed: tips and ideas | Raising Children Network

Moving from cot to bed is exciting, but there’s no hurry. Safe options include a toddler bed, a mattress on the floor away from walls, or rails on the bed.

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Family routines & children with disability | Raising Children Network

Family routines are good for kids and help family life run smoothly. Here’s how to use routines to make family life easier with children with disabilities.

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Worms in kids | Raising Children Network

It’s common to find worms in kids aged 5-10 years. If your child has an itchy bottom, it could be a sign of worms. Here’s how to treat and prevent worms.

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Recovery after caesarean: first six weeks | Raising Children Network

This guide to recovery after caesarean section has tips for wound care, pain relief, practical help, physical and emotional recovery, and breastfeeding.

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Toys & games for kids 0-8 years | Raising Children Network

Toys and games for kids – what’s best? Finding the right toys and games is about matching play ideas to your child’s age, developmental stage and interests.

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Pregnancy care for CALD communities | Raising Children Network

This video has information for CALD communities on types of pregnancy care in Australia and getting pregnancy information in languages other than English.

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Kids’ play ideas & creative activities | Raising Children Network

Play fosters creativity in school kids, which is important for development. Play ideas include word games, pretend play, music, craft, nature walks and more.

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Genetic counsellor: family guide | Raising Children Network

If there’s a genetic condition in your family, a genetic counsellor can help you understand the condition and make informed decisions about managing it.

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Preschoolers: nightmares, night terrors & sleepwalking | Raising Children Network

Nightmares, night terrors and sleepwalking are fairly common among preschoolers. Get information and find out what to do about these issues.

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Cri du Chat syndrome in children: a guide | Raising Children Network

Cri du Chat syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes health problems and intellectual disability. Early intervention can help children with Cri du Chat.

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