Your baby and the first few weeks
Bringing your baby home can be overwhelming, especially for new parents. Discover health checks and support services to help during those early weeks.
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Babies' and toddlers' health
Knowing and understanding the health risks of young children is an important part of being a parent. Learn about health issues like breastfeeding, croup and fevers in young children.
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Assisted vaginal delivery (antenatal use)
An assisted vaginal delivery is a common procedure and is usually a safe method of delivery for you and your baby.
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Baby teeth
Baby teeth start to come through the gums at about 6 months and have usually all appeared by 2 to 3 years of age. Learn how to care for baby teeth.
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How your baby gains weight
All babies gain weight at different rates. Understand your baby's healthy weight gain with guidelines on feeding, growth and developmental milestones.
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Water safety for babies and children
Babies can drown in as little as 5cm (two inches) of water. Drowning is silent so you won’t necessarily hear any noise or struggle.
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Developmental milestones in babies and children
Track your baby’s growth and learnings with developmental milestones. Discover when to expect progress, recognise issues, and seek professional help.
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Dental care for babies and children
Learn about tooth development in babies and children, brushing teeth, flossing, tooth decay, other dental problems and when to see a dentist.
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Is 'baby brain' real?
Researchers at Deakin University who investigated 'baby brain' found that cognitive function and memory are affected in the third trimester of pregnancy.
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Feeding your newborn baby
One of the most important choices you need to make as a new parent is how you will feed your baby. Find out about the different options available.
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