As your baby grows into a toddler, there will be times when you are concerned about their health. Having a sick toddler is no fun for anyone.

The protein in breast milk is one of the most important nutrients for babies. Extraordinary changes take place during the first 1000 days of your baby’s life.

Like any new skill, breastfeeding can take practice and perseverance to master.

How to make sure your baby is feeding well and you’re both comfortable during feedings.

Check out these four tried-and-tested breastfeeding holds that help you both relax and encourage your baby to latch on well.  Which one works best for you?

Now you’ve mastered breastfeeding in the comfort of your own home, it’s time to get out and about! 

Although breastfeeding is a natural way to nourish your baby, it’s a way of feeding that both you and your baby must learn together. It takes time, patience and practice.

In Australia, almost all mums intend to breastfeed. While breastfeeding is a natural way of feeding, it isn’t always easy.

Arriving home with a newborn and no midwife standing by to help or encourage you can be daunting. You may find you can’t take your eyes off your newborn and burst into tears for no good reason.

Come prepared to your preconception checkup. Review this checklist before you go so you can make the most of the time with your doctor.

Cradle cap is a yellow crusty substance found on your baby’s scalp or eye brows that may be oily or dry to touch.

YOU are still your baby’s best toy. Your baby will love people talking to them and making faces with them. Read and sing to your baby and let them lie on your tummy to play and gently rumble.

One of the most common infections in children between six months and three years is a middle-ear infection called otitis media. Learn more.

What are the early signs of pregnancy? Learn more about some of the typical early pregnancy symptoms one may experience here. 

In a multiple pregnancy, your body needs extra nutrition to provide the vitamins, minerals and energy your babies need. That doesn’t mean eating triple the amount.

Eating is an essential human function. Every country and every civilisation has created its own eating habits and cuisine.

Your baby is discovering their emotions from birth. Their senses develop and they form emotional bonds which will be influential factors in their ongoing development.

Eating a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy is very important for both you and your baby.

Eating a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy is very important for both you and your baby.

Do I need to take an iodine supplement? Learn more about iodine when you're trying to fall pregnant and during pregnancy.

Eating a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy is very important for both you and your baby.

Eating a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy is very important for both you and your baby.

Eating a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy is very important for both you and your baby.

Trying to get pregnant? You can start making positive changes to your diet & lifestyle now.

If you thought feeding your baby had its challenges, then eating with a toddler is going to be even more amusing for you.

When your toddler's temperature is higher than 38°C it's considered a fever. Read more about the reasons your toddler might have a fever and what to do.

Pregnant women will tell you they experience almost irrepressible cravings for certain foods – salty, sweet, spicy or fatty foods. Some think it’s the body signaling what the growing baby needs.

Often there is a lot of advice on what NOT to eat during pregnancy - because reducing the risk of bacterial infection which can make your baby ill, is super important.

Baby formula is usually split up into two categories according to your babys age. 

Statistics show that Australia has one of the highest rates of allergies in the world, although it’s not entirely understood why.

Did you know? Offering sugary drinks to your baby adds extra calories to the diet and can negatively affect their teeth health?  Offer water in a cup instead.  

A toddler’s immune system is still developing and becomes stronger over time. Boosting their little immune system is about helping their defence system be as strong as it can be. Read our tips.