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What does a child health nurse do?
A child health nurse supports you once you are home from hospital with a newborn baby. Learn more about their role and how they can help you.
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Contact us
Contact Pregnancy, Birth and Baby on 1800 882 436 to speak to a maternal child health nurse.
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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 vaccinations.
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Video call
Speak face to face with a friendly maternal child health nurse about any questions you may have about you and your child. Available from 7am to midnight AEST. Video call is available within Australia only.
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Cluster feeding
Cluster feeding is a time when your baby wants lots of short feeds over a few hours.
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Oversupply of breastmilk
Oversupply or hyperlactation is when you make more milk than your baby requires. Find out here what to do if you have too much breast milk.
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Tongue-tie
Babies born with tongue-tie can’t move their tounge freely. Having tongue-tie can make feeding more difficult for your baby, but help is available.
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Your baby's growth and development — 11 months old
At 11 months, your baby is almost a toddler. You'll be surprised at how quickly they move around your home and how independent they become.
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Breast engorgement
Engorgement is when your breasts are overfull with milk and fluids. It is usually temporary and will lessen to adjust to your baby's needs.
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Mixed feeding
Mixed feeding is when a baby is fed formula as well as breastmilk. Learn about why some women use mixed feeding, how to manage it, and where to get help.
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