Newborn baby essentials
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Routine health checks for babies and children
Routine health checks with a child health nurse or GP will check your child's growth and development and keep up to date with their routine vaccinatio...
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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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How to know when your baby is well - video
Knowing that your baby is well gives you confidence and peace of mind as a parent.
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Baby names
Here are some things to consider when choosing a name for your baby and how to register your baby's name in your state or territory.
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Immunisation and vaccinations for your child
Vaccinations and immunisation protect babies and children. Read more on why and when to vaccinate your child, and about side effects and costs.
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Washing your baby
You don't need to bathe your baby every day but you should wash their face, neck, hands and bottom carefully every day.
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Umbilical cord care
The umbilical stump will heal naturally, but there are some steps you can take to prevent any problems during the healing process.
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About the fontanelle
Fontanelles are soft spots on a baby's head where the skull bones have not yet completely fused together. Learn what signs may be a health problem.
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Poos and wees
Babies have very delicate skin and need changing soon after they wet themselves or passed a stool (poo) to prevent nappy rash and stop them from smell...
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Nappies
Nappies play a big role in your baby's life during the first two years. Learn about the different types, how to choose, the environmental impact and s...
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Hiccups
Hiccups occur when the diaphragm suddenly and involuntarily contracts (tightens), resulting in a hiccup sound being produced at the top of the windpip...