Bath Time for Your Newborn (Babies Aged 0-3 Months)
Parents often say they treasure bath time with their newborn. It’s a special bonding experience as your baby enjoys the sensation of their skin being in warm water. The first time though, even the thought about how to handle a slippery…
Premature Babies and What You Need to Know
More than 25,000 babies are born prematurely in Australia each year. For more information, and for greater awareness, read on to learn more about premature babies.
Online Resources to Support our Community During COVID-19
At this difficult time of social distancing and isolation, it is easy to feel alone and anxious about the things you may be faced with each day, especially as a new parent. To help support our community of Mums and Dads, we have put…
Would you Know What to Do if Your Baby or Child was Choking?
What do I do if my baby or child chokes? It’s a scary proposition for any parent or mum-to-be, particularly if you’re like most people and aren’t practised in first aid. Babies are especially known for putting objects in their mouths as…
What is a Newborn Screening Test?
Most babies are born healthy and stay that way. There is a small percentage of infants who are born healthy and become sick with a metabolic disorder. Fortunately, in Australia, there is a screen for such disorders before they become…
Exercise in Pregnancy: What Helps and What Could Hurt
Whether you were an exercise bunny before you got pregnant or you’re allergic to the gym, all pregnant women without complications are encouraged to keep up an active lifestyle throughout their pregnancy. Not only does exercise boost your…
Advice for Support People in Birth
Attention support people… don’t underestimate your importance during the birthing journey (however she chooses to birth). This time in a woman’s life whether it is her first or third baby, is a whirlpool of emotion, reflection…
What to Expect in the First 48 Hours After Having a Baby
First time parents spend the months of pregnancy planning and focusing on the day they meet their new bundle of joy. Now that cute little person is safely in your arms what happens in the first hours and days after? Every pregnancy and…
Don't Fear Early Labour
Don’t fear early labour… it can set the tone for the rest of the childbirth experience. Read on to find out what you need to know about the early stage of labour, so that you can feel more comfortable knowing what to expect and when to…
The Benefits of Parents Groups
While it’s an exciting and precious time in a new parent’s life to welcome a baby, it’s the “what-happens-next” part that can be so daunting. This is especially the case with first-time parents, and if you’re in this category, please…