Child development
Links to our information partners' articles about child development.
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Learning development
Links to articles about learning development.
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Baby development
Information about baby development from leading Australian health organisations, including links to content on baby development by age.
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Health checks for babies
Shortly before or after your baby is born, you'll be given a Child Health Record booklet. In Australia, this usually has a blue cover and is often called 'the blue book'.
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Toilet training
Most children start potty training between 2 and 3 years of age. Find out whether your child is ready with these helpful toilet training tips.
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How your baby gains weight
All babies will gain weight differently, but there are some guidelines for healthy weight gain.
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Asthma and pregnancy
Most asthma medicines have been shown to be extremely safe for both you and your developing baby but check with your doctor if taking oral corticosteroids.
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Causes of schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a major mental illness. While it can be inherited, the risk is increased by drug abuse and other environmental factors.
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G6PD deficiency
G6PD deficiency, sometimes called 'favism', is a genetic disorder that causes red blood cells to break down when exposed to triggers. People with G6PD deficiency can live a healthy life.
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Rickets
Rickets is a bone disease, usually a result of low vitamin D levels, that causes soft and weak bones. It occurs in children and, occasionally, teenagers.
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