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Discipline strategies

Finding the best strategy for disciplining your toddler or young child can be hard. Learn more about what works well and what does not.

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Helping children deal with emotional trauma

Children experience grief and trauma in different ways. Trauma can come from a single event, or over a period of time. Learn how to support your child.

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Helping kids with medical procedures and hospital stays

Many children are worried by doctors, operations and hospital visits. Learn how to help your child cope with medical procedures and comfort them.

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Cluster feeding

Cluster feeding is when your baby wants lots of short feeds over a few hours. Find out when your baby is most likely to do this, and how to cope.

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Obstetric violence

Obstetric violence is any act that causes harm during your labour and birth. It can take different forms. Learn more about obstetric violence here.

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Feelings, relationships and pregnancy

During pregnancy and after birth, you may have unexpected feelings that impact your relationships. Learn more about these and tips that may help you.

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Same-sex parents

Many Australian children live in rainbow families with same-sex parents. Find out more about becoming a same-sex family and the supports available.

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Controlling your anger as a parent

Anger is a common emotion but can be a problem when it begins to impact a person's daily life. Learn tips to help you manage anger in healthy ways.

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Parental anxiety in the toddler years

Parental anxiety during the toddler years is normal. Learn how to manage worries about parenting, safety and child development for a healthier family.

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Postpartum psychosis

Postpartum psychosis, a severe mental illness, can happen after you give birth. If you or your partner suspect postpartum psychosis, see a doctor.

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