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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Developing life skills through sports

Sport is good for your child's physical health. Sport also has psychological benefits for children and teaches them important life skills.

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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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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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Itchy scalp

There are many different reasons why your head is itchy. Learn more about the causes and treatment options available for itchy scalp.

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Raising Healthy Minds app

Raising Healthy Minds is a free app that supports parents, carers and professionals to build knowledge and confidence concerning the social and emotional wellbeing of children.

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G6PD deficiency

G6PD deficiency or 'favism' is a genetic disorder. It leads to red blood cell breakdown upon exposure to certain triggers, but can be managed.

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Rickets

Rickets is a bone disease that can affect children with lack of vitamin D. Find out about the symptoms and treatments for rickets.

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Kids and mental health

Mental health problems affect a child’s emotions and behaviour, and can be worrying for them and their family. Discover signs and strategies to help.

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Neuroblastoma in children

Neuroblastoma is a cancer that affects young children. The outlook for a child will depend on the tumour type, its location and how fast it’s growing.

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Gliomas in children

Glioma is a type of cancer that grows in the brain or spinal cord. Learn more about the types, symptoms and treatment, and where to get support.

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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.

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Speech development in children

Kids learn to talk and develop at their own rate, but there are some general patterns of speech development for babies and children. Find out more.

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Kawasaki disease

Kawasaki disease is a rare illness causing fever and inflammation of blood vessels, mostly in children. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment.

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Mouth sores and ulcers (canker sores)

An ulcer is a common type of mouth sore. It can make everyday tasks like brushing your teeth, talking, eating and drinking feel uncomfortable.

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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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Intersex variation

Intersex variations are caused by physical, hormonal or chromosomal differences. Learn more about intersex variation and what causes it here.

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Turner syndrome

Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a missing or partially missing X chromosome. Find out more about its symptoms and treatments here.

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Stuttering

Stuttering is a speech disorder that affects the flow of speech. Learn about the treatments and programs to help improve your speech.

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Osteopathy

Osteopathy focuses on treating pain, injuries and movement problems. Read about the role of an osteopath and how osteopathic treatment may help you.

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Angelman syndrome

Angelman syndrome is a genetic condition that causes intellectual disability. It can't be cured, but therapy can improve your quality of life.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a range of conditions caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Learn more about FASD here.

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Orthodontic treatments

Orthodontic treatments are dental procedures that help straighten your teeth and correct problems with your bite. Read about orthodontic treatments.

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Anxiety in children

Anxiety in children can cause distress. Learn about symptoms of anxiety and anxiety disorders in children, and how to help a child with anxiety.

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Healthy eating for children

Healthy eating habits in children help them stay well and helps prevent illness. Learn about balanced diets, portion sizes and managing allergies.

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Child abuse

Child abuse is any behaviour that harms or could harm a child or young person, either physically or emotionally. Recognise the signs and report it.

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Leukaemia in children

Leukaemia is the most common childhood cancer. Children with leukaemia are usually treated for 2 to 3 years. Read more about childhood leukaemia here.

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that causes a complex range of behavioural symptoms. ASD may be mild, moderate or severe.

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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

RSV is a virus that causes infection in the lungs and airways. Read on to learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, management and prevention.

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About My Health Record

My Health Record is Australia's secure digital health record system. Learn how to store your health information, such as scripts and vaccinations.

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