Using numerology to name your baby
ROSEMAREE TEMPLETON 9:40am A favourite preoccupation of parents-to-be is the discussion of possible names for the baby. Some parents already know during the pregnancy whether the little one will be a boy or a girl, while for others there remains that added element of wondering right up until the moment of birth.
Support groups for parents of babies with disabilities or special needs
Should you have a baby who has a disability or special need, you're certainly not alone. Essential Baby has a range of support groups where you can meet parents in a similar situation, ask advice, offer and receive support.
Dining out - is it possible with kids?
Five myths about motherhood
It's goodbye Mia and Jack, hello Isabella and William
Sleeping
Newborn babies and sleep
ELIZABETH PANTLEY Babies younger than four months old have very different sleep needs than older babies.
Crying
Understanding crying
A cry can mean many things and learning to understand what each one indicates can help you understand your baby's needs.
Breastfeeding
Essential Baby recommends that all new mothers aim to breastfeed their babies. It's important to gain an understanding of the how to overcome difficulties and who you can talk to about alternatives.
The first six months
All babies develop at their own rate, but here are some milestones to look forward to, regardless of when they occur.
Seven secrets to surviving your baby's first year
JODIE BENVENISTE Jodie Benveniste, director of Parent Wellbeing, shares seven ways to cope with the highs and lows of raising a baby.
Baby's First Year Guide
This monthly guide to your baby's first year covers development, sleeping, baby care, immunisation reminders, feeding and more.
Chat with EB members!
From feeding and nappies, prams and strollers, to premmies and multiples, share the journey with EB members at the same stage of motherhood.
Baby First Aid
LITTLE AID Congratulations on your new little bundle! No doubt you’ve had the roller-coaster of euphoria, fear, joy, fear, contentment, fear, happiness and... “Jeez this is just too much!”
Ten breastfeeding tips
MEAGAN SHAW Here are ten breastfeeding tips to help you with your new role as a food source for your bub!
Co-sleeping - making it work
ELIZABETH PANTLEY Sharing sleep is very popular with parents of young babies who wake throughout the night, since it allows parents to avoid getting up out of bed and traveling up and down a dark hallway.
Vaccines and your child
Researching vaccinations often unturns a wealth of conflicting information. Here are the answers to common questions regarding vaccinations and your baby or child.
Advice for new premmie parents
Having a premature baby can be a very lonely and frightening experience. In our communities there may be very few people who understand the specific problems facing parents of very early babies.
Sleep solutions for parents
JODIE BENVENISTE How many parents out there long for a decent night’s sleep? Plenty! So why are there only sleep solution books aimed at kids? Parents need one too!
Perinatal anxiety and depression
GLORIA BARTON & CATHERINE KNOX Around 20 percent of women suffer from perinatal anxiety and depression. If left untreated, the illness can have far reaching effects on a woman's health, wellbeing and her family.
Parenting support: where to get help
A helpful guide to contact information if you are looking for help, support or assistance.
The wonderful world of newborn twins
VICKI MORRIS Congratulations! I’m going to assume that as you are reading this you have either found out that you are going to have twins, or perhaps you have twins that you've prepared earlier.
Feature members
Our large families: EB members share
With seven, eight and 10 children under their respective wings, Essential Baby members Leanne, Susan and Tanya offer an insight into their large families.
