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Babies and toddlers health
Babies' and toddlers' health
About breastfeeding
Breastfeeding can be a special time for both mum and baby. Breast milk meets all your baby's nutritional needs from birth to 6 months.
Children's medicines
Children don't always need medicine to treat illnesses. But if you do need to give your child medicine, here are some useful tips.
Croup
Croup is very common in children under 5 years old. Find out how croup is diagnosed and treated here.
Fever in children
Fevers are quite common in young children and usually they are mild. Find out how to deal with fever and high temperatures in children here.
Food allergies in children
Does your family have a history of eczema, asthma, hay fever or food allergies? Learn about food allergies in children and how to spot a reaction.
Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children
If your child has a serious illness, it’s important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and what to do.
Whooping cough
Whooping cough is a contagious bacterial infection and is most serious in babies. Here’s how to spot the symptoms and protect infants.
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Toddlers sleep | Raising Children Network
Most toddlers need about 12-13 hours of sleep every 24 hours. Find out how to help your toddler sleep and settle well, with advice on toddler sleep issues.
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Baby and toddler oral health
We’ve written this dental care guide for baby teeth, babies and toddlers, so you know what to expect as your child grows and dental health care needs change.
Read more on Teeth.org.au website
Toddler sleep: what to expect | Raising Children Network
Toddlers need 11-14 hours of sleep in 24 hours, usually 10-12 hours at night and 1-2 hours in the day. Bedtime routines can help with toddler sleep problems.
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Tired signs in babies and toddlers | Raising Children Network
When you spot tired signs in babies and toddlers, it’s time to settle them for sleep. Tired signs include jerky limb movements, grizzling and clinginess. Article available in: Arabic, Dari, Karen, Persian, Simplified Chinese, Vietnamese.
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Vegetarian feeding guide for babies and toddlers
At 4 to 6 months of age, your baby may be ready for solids. Here are suggestions on what vegetables to offer your child at different life stages.
Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website
Settling Overtired Baby or Toddler To Sleep | Tresillian
Top baby tips and advice on how to settle your crying baby. We’ll show you how to recognise tired signs or cues and advise on settling techniques for your baby.
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Toddler & baby sleep problems: find help | Raising Children Network
Having problems with toddler and baby sleep and settling? Read how professionals can help with baby sleep, and find out where to get the help you need.
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Newborns health & daily care | Raising Children Network
Questions about your newborn’s health? Here's all you need on newborn health with articles, videos and resources on daily care, health concerns and more.
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Camping out: child & baby sleep strategy | Raising Children Network
Problems with baby sleep and settling, or toddler waking? The camping out baby sleep strategy gradually reduces the settling help your child needs. Read how.
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Toddler development: Motor skills
Toddlers develop fast, exploring their world and doing things independently. Here's how to help your toddler develop fine and gross motor (movement) skills.
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