Learn more about the signs of hearing loss in children - what causes it, how it’s diagnosed and possible treatments depending on the severity.

The newborn hearing screening test allows those babies who have hearing loss to be identified early.

If you are raising a deaf child, getting the right support as soon as possible will help them reach their full potential.

Babies can drown in as little as 5cm (two inches) of water. Drowning is silent so you won’t necessarily hear any noise or struggle.

Cleaning your baby's ears, eyes and nose is usually best done just before they have their bath. Learn how to clean your baby safely and without fuss.

Read about cytomegalovirus (CMV) and risks of catching the virus during pregnancy. Learn about risk factors, how to reduce spread and signs of illness.

Learning to talk is an important part of a child’s development and it occurs in stages. Find out how you can help your child to learn to talk.

Speech problems are common in young children. Some speech troubles can indicate a speech or development delay. Find out when to seek further advice.

When you talk and listen to each other, you help your child learn to communicate. Find out how to talk to your toddler or pre-school aged child.

Jaundice is common in newborn babies and is usually harmless, disappearing after 1 to 2 weeks. Find out about jaundice in newborn babies.