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Stages of Development more articles

Immunisation, fever and pain relief

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Find out the benefits and risks involved with protecting your child from harmful diseases.

3D ultrasounds at a whole new level

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Babyology Pioneer of the 3D ultrasound technology, Dr Bernard Benoit of Monaco's Princess Grace Hospital, has recently developed new 3D imaging software that shows the foetus in incredible detail.

Headaches in young children

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Learn how to recognise if your child has a headache, and how you can make your child feel better.

Caring for Baby more articles

Bed-sharing increases SIDS rate five-fold

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Sharing a bed with an infant carries a five-fold increase in the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), a new study reveals.

The accidental attachment parent

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Jasmine Homer "Attachment parenting has set me up for ... well, I'm not going to say failure, but for a very difficult time," says one mum.

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Experts say no to baby teaching products

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MARIKA DOBBIN A product that says it can teach babies to read from three months is being used in Australia, despite its makers being prosecuted for misleading claims in the United States.

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Breastfeeding more articles

Every breastfeed is a success

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PINKY MCKAY However long you breastfeed or how much breast-milk you are able to give your baby, this magic potion made by mums is like medicine.

Does your baby really need night feeds?

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PINKY MCKAY There's a lot of conflicting advice about when to stop night time breastfeeds. Pinky McKay explains why extending these nocturnal feeds is a good idea - for both mum and baby.

Cafe chides mother for 'offence to humanity'

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LEESHA MCKENNY A Sydney cafe is facing a breastfeeding backlash after a nursing mother was told to stop, with staff saying breastfeeding in public is ''disgusting'' and ''an offence to humanity''.

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Baby Food more articles

Into the mouths of babes

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Caroline Baum It was only a matter of time before the idea of gourmet baby food caught on in Australia. The surprise is that it took a non-parent and fine-dining chef to come up with the concept.

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First tastes on film a hit

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INGA TING A short film has captured children trying a range of foods for the first time, with some very funny - and sweet - results.

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Baby formula recall group criticised

Sarah Knifpel and her 8 month old bub, Cleo, who 
suffered a bad reaction from a Nestle Baby food formula.

Melissa Davey and Melanie Mahoney A senior paediatrician has described a campaign to have a popular baby formula pulled from shelves as unfounded and alarming.

Health more articles

Coalition refused to allow MP to return home to sick daughter

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Jonathan Swan Opposition Leader Tony Abbott has been campaigning to improve his image among women, so why was a mother's request denied?

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Twins home in time for special day

Arlene and Peter Gorey with their newly born premature twins Audrey and Lauren.

MELISSA DAVEY It was surprise enough for Arlene Gorey when, just seven weeks pregnant, she found out she was having twins. But it was an even bigger shock when they entered the world at just 27 weeks gestation.

Cleft lip and palate in babies

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Melody McCabe and Melanie Mahoney It's estimated that about one in every 1000 babies is born with a cleft lip, and one in every 2500 babies with a cleft palate. One mum shares her story.

Education & Play more articles

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App Review: NAN Toddler Talk

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Staff Writers Ever wondered what your toddler is trying to tell you with their babbles and squeals?

Decoding baby babble

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Amity Dry While a happy baby babbling is easy to listen to, an upset baby trying to communicate can be one of the most frustrating and upsetting experiences of new motherhood. How do you know which cries mean what?

When your child should learn to swim

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Tanya Ryan-Segger Swimming classes teach children - and their parents - about safe water habits, even from a very young age.

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Baby Products more articles

'I love sluts' baby clothing

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JERRIE DEMASI Sexual slogans on infant bodysuits for sale in Australia has outraged parents and experts.

Onesies for a good cause

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Livia Gamble Baby clothing label Marquise has joined forces with some of fashion's finest to raise money for Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick.

Affordable nursery art

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Babyology There’s nothing like a little affordable artwork to add spark to a room.

Tools

Baby Growth Chart

Check your baby's length and weight for their age against the World Health Organization's standard growth charts for children aged 0-3 years.

Your Breastfeeding Diary

This chart will help you keep track of your baby’s feeds and nappies throughout the day and night so you don't have to remember when the last feed was.

Announce your Baby's Birth

Congratulations on the birth of your little bundle of joy. We hope you enjoy this special time together! EB will help you share the news with friends and family, click here to enter the details of your new family member.

Newsletter

Baby's First Year Guide

This monthly guide to your baby's first year covers development, sleeping, baby care, immunisation reminders, feeding and more.

Forums

Birth to six months

Congratulations on your new baby! There are lots of useful tips and information to be found here, and it is a great place to ask those questions that crop up through these early months.

Six months to 12 months

First foods, crawling, words. This next six months includes plenty of new things - you will find advice, tips and questions answered in this forum.

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Celebrities who love breastfeeding

We share photos of the celebrities who choose to breastfeed, and some of their best breastfeeding quotes.

The accidental attachment parent

"Attachment parenting has set me up for ... well, I'm not going to say failure, but for a very difficult time," says one mum.

Baby love is worth the expense

Amidst all the arguing over which paid parental leave scheme is best for parents, is anyone talking about what's best for babies?

Immunisation, fever and pain relief

Find out the benefits and risks involved with protecting your child from harmful diseases.

Free: 'The First Year' ebook

Check out our new interactive ebook, part of the brand new SMH Shortbooks series, for free!

One mum's 'biggest mistake' offers lesson for all

A mother sparked conversations around the world when she declared, in a national newspaper, that she wished she'd never had her two children. But her story can teach us a valuable lesson on parenthood.

Ask an expert: My child is suddenly resisting toilet training

My child is resisting the toilet training process. We got off to a good start, but now she’s refusing to use the toilet. What can we do now?

Johnson's Baby 'how to' videos

We've learned a lot since we launched our first JOHNSON'S® baby powder way back in 1894, so we've put together this collection of 'how to' videos to get you started on your exciting journey.

New dads are sexy and they know it

While most women wouldn’t associate being a new parent with feeling more attractive, it seems men see it differently: they think they’re better looking than before they were dads.

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