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Cots

When buying a cot, it is important that it meets Australian safety standards. Learn about what to look for, to make sure your baby sleeps safely.

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Cot safety

Learn about what to look out for when buying a cot for your baby and how to set it up.

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Moving your child from cot to bed

Most children move from a cot to a bed between 18 months and 3 1/2 years. Learn when it is right to move your child and how to make your house safe.

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Your child's safety

Your child's safety is in your hands from buying cots, prams, strollers, car seat, toys and nightclothes to hot water safety and child-resistant packaging.

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Safe sleep for babies

It is important to ensure an infants sleeping area is kept safe. Experts have identified certain things can help reduce the risk of death and injuries.

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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

Find out how to reduce the risk of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI) and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) — one of the main causes of SUDI.

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How to deal with a neonatal death

A neonatal death is when a baby dies in the first 4 weeks after they are born. It can be very difficult to deal with. Learn about where to get support.

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Flattened head

Plagiocephaly (flattened or misshapen head) means an uneven or asymmetrical head shape. Plagiocephaly won't affect your baby's brain development but it should be treated.

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Guide to preventing your baby having falls

Babies can move fast! Once they learn to crawl, this puts them at risk of falling. Use this guide to learn how to keep them safe.

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Responsive settling

Responsive settling is a technique to help you gently prepare your baby for sleep. Learn how to support your baby as they learn self-settling skills.

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