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Car and road safety for babies and children

Babies and children need to use car seats or seatbelts that are properly fitted and suited to their age and size when travelling in a car.

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Single parenting

Happy single-parent families with healthy, well-adjusted children do exist. Research suggests that when parents, single or partnered, spend time with their kids, children do well.

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Kids and technology

There are things you can do to minimise dangers for your child on the internet. Learn more about how much screen time is appropriate for your child.

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Nightmares and night terrors in children

Find out more about nightmares and night terrors in young children, what you can do to settle your child back to sleep and when to seek further help.

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Pregnancy help when overseas

In most cases, you can safely travel while you’re pregnant. Find out here how to prepare for overseas travel, and what to pack, and how to get help.

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How children make friends

Its important for children to make friends, but making and keeping friends isn't always easy. Learn about how you can help your child make friends.

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Water safety for babies and children

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.

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Burping, wind and colic in babies

Babies can swallow air when they’re crying or feeding. They can get rid of wind by burping or passing wind. Find out how to burp your baby and how to recognise colic.

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Choking, suffocation and swallowed objects

Babies and children have small airways that can be easily blocked. Some foods and common household objects can cause choking and suffocation.

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