Find out about mumps and its symptoms, how it spreads, how to manage it at home, and how to avoid mumps if you’re planning a pregnancy.

Find out about the symptoms of mumps, how babies and children catch mumps, how to treat your child at home, and when to have them vaccinated against mumps.

Find out more about the symptoms of rubella, when your child should see a doctor, how to care for a sick child at home, and how the disease spreads.

Learn more about development milestones for babies (12-18 months), how to aid your child's development, identify development delays and when to get help.

At 12 months, your baby is now a toddler. If they haven’t already, it won’t be long now before they take their first steps, develop a sense of humour, and tell you they love you.

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting children against certain diseases. Discover more about childhood vaccinations.

Your immune system can weaken during pregnancy, so you and your baby can be susceptible to infections and illnesses. Some vaccinations are recommended.

Chart your toddler's development milestones (18-24 months) - find out whether they are developing at a natural pace and whether there is any cause for concern.

A lot happens in the first few days after the birth of your child. Find out what you can expect to happen.