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Babies and children

Find advice on caring for babies and children, including guides on feeding, sleeping and common health conditions

Health and development checks and milestones

Find out about you child's regular health reviews and what to expect as they develop

Weaning and healthy eating

Advice on moving your child to solid foods and tips on healthy eating for children

Parenting advice

Read advice on caring for a child and find support services for parents

Breastfeeding

Get support and information from breastfeeding experts

Vaccines for your child

Find out what vaccines your child needs and when they will be offered them

Baby and child mental wellbeing

Read advice on helping your child's emotional wellbeing

First aid

What to put in your first aid kid, treating cuts and bleeding, and when to get medical help

Sleep

Advice on how much sleep your child needs and tips on bedtime routines

Play

Read about how your child learns and develops through play

Conditions

Advice on how to treat common conditions in babies and children

Child safety

Advice on child-proofing your home, fire and water safety, and safety outside the home

Bottle feeding

Read how to prepare and check a baby's bottle before feeding

Children's disability supports and services

Services include speech therapy, physiotherapy and psychology