In the past couple of years there have been several natural disasters in parts of Australia from floods to bush fires....
babies
Who can help if we’re not getting pregnant?
If you’re struggling to conceive, it may give you some hope to know that Australians have good access to fertility advice.
Newborn bloodspot screening
Newborn screening tests can detect rare but serious genetic or metabolic disorders in newborn babies.
Why are some babies harder to settle and sleep?
Many new mothers will have difficulty settling their newborn to sleep, but for some the problems become so severe that residential parenting services are needed.
Pneumonia
Symptoms of pneumonia usually depend on the cause, but common symptoms include cough, chest pain, fever and breathlessness. Young people usually recover quickly, but many people feel tired for several weeks afterwards.
Is my newborn safe?
Dr Norman Swan explains the risks of COVID-19 to your newborn.
Cerebral palsy rates falling in Australia
The rate of cerebral palsy in children up to age 5 has fallen by 30 per cent over the last ten years or so. The reasons are complex.
Can omega-3 reduce risk of pre-term birth?
New research shows that women who took omega-3 supplements were less likely to have a baby born prematurely.
Can stroking a baby help it feel less pain?
British scientists wanted to find out, and in order to do so, they devised two experiments. These are the results.
Can the size of your social network make your baby smarter?
Researchers looks at whether having a larger social network is associated with cognitive benefits for her young child.
