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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

Trusted information on sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) including what it is, causes, checklist for safe sleeping, plus links to trusted resources.

Health checks for babies

Information on your Child Health Record booklet and regular health checks, when your child should be checked, plus links to trusted resources.

Breastfeeding

Trusted information on breastfeeding including the benefits, when you can start, how often, positioning your baby, and where to get help and support.

Baby feeding

Links to trusted information about baby feeding.

Baby rash

Trusted information about baby rash, such as nappy rash and cradle cap, including what it is and treatments

Health and wellbeing apps

Browse our selection of healthcare apps from our trusted information partners.

Red Nose Day

Red Nose Day, held annually on the last Friday in June, is the major fundraiser for Red Nose (previously known as SIDS and Kids).

What Were We Thinking!

Jean Hailes' free app, What Were We Thinking!, provides information to help new parents. It is available from the Google Play Store and Apple iOS Store.

Seborrhoeic dermatitis (dandruff)

Trusted information and resources on causes of seborrhoeic dermatitis (also called dandruff or cradle cap for infants), treatments and when to seek help.

Babies and playtime

Links to trusted information about babies and playtime.

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a chest infection that affects your child’s ability to breathe freely and it usually affects children under 12 months of age. Learn more from a trusted source.