Breastfeeding - when to start
Breastfeeding should ideally start soon after your baby is born. Breastfeeding after a caesarean section (C-section) is possible but may require help. Colostrum is important protection for newborn babies. Bonding is enhanced by early ... [... more]
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Breastfeeding - deciding when to stop
It is up to you and your baby to decide when breastfeeding should stop. While babies begin to have other foods and drinks from about six months onwards, breast milk is still the major part of the growing baby's diet. Weaning your baby will take time. [... more]
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Eating tips for children (1) - babies
Babies can start eating solid foods from about six months. Before weaning, breast milk or formula should be a baby's main source of nutrition. First foods for babies can include rice cereal, mashed or pureed fruit or vegetables and well-cooked ... [... more]
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Vitamin K and newborn babies
Vitamin K is needed for blood clotting. Babies are born with very small amounts of vitamin K in their bodies. This means they are at risk of haemorrhagic disease of the newborn (HDN). As a preventive measure, babies are routinely given vitamin K ... [... more]
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Babies crying
Visit the following website for information on crying babies. Visit the following website for information on crying babies. Children, Youth and Women's Health Service (CYWHS) has more information on this topic. Visit the following website for ... [... more]
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Roseola infantum
Roseola is a mild viral infection that affects babies and young children. The raised, red skin rash and high temperature can last from a few hours to five days. The rash may be confused with measles or rubella. Roseola is one of the very common ... [... more]
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Bottle feeding - nutrition
Infant formula is a good alternative when breast milk is not available. Some formulas have special nutrients added to make them like breast milk. Infant formula or breast milk should be the main source of milk for all babies less than 12 months ... [... more]
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Baby furniture - safety tips
Baby furniture such as cots, prams, strollers and high chairs can cause injury to babies and toddlers. Safety should be the first consideration when buying new or secondhand baby equipment. Supervision is an essential part of keeping children ... [... more]
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Cradle cap
Cradle cap is a form of dermatitis that affects the scalp of babies in their first few months of life. It causes greasy, yellow crusts on the scalp. Mild antidandruff shampoos or massage with mineral oil, followed next day by gently lifting the ... [... more]
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Sleep problems - babies
Around one-third of babies experience excessive disrupted night-time sleep. Common problems include extended crying when first put to bed and, sometimes, later during the night. Parents can use various strategies to help their baby sleep better. ... [... more]
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Premature babies - Better Health Channel.
Around 10,000 Australian babies are born prematurely every year. The reasons for premature labour are not fully understood and research is continuing into the causes and early detection. Most premature babies have no long term problems, however, ... [... more]
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Jaundice in babies
Jaundice can affect newborn babies. Symptoms of jaundice in babies may include a yellow tinge to the skin and whites of eyes, drowsiness, feeding difficulties and dark urine. Light therapy (phototherapy) may be used for some cases of jaundice. ... [... more]
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