Baby Development
Month-by-month guides to your baby's first year
This is a month by month guide to your baby's first year.
Baby talk: how to help kids discover language
In the beginning, don't worry how stupid you feel - just talk. When a baby is a newborn the content doesn't matter, and language learning has already begun in the womb.
Babies know whether you are naughty or nice
Studies have shown that infants in the first months of life try to avoid dealing with social wrongdoers - for example, sharing less with them and helping them less - and they expect others to, too.
How baby talk is beneficial for brain development
When I do talk to the baby, he ignores me anyway. How important is it to talk to the baby? And if it is important, what should I talk about?
What’s in a milestone? Understanding your child’s development
Supporting children's needs and understanding developmental foundations are much more important than when they first walked or talked.
When your baby starts crawling
Once I overcame the thrill of my baby meeting a new developmental landmark, I realised the practical implications of living with a crawler were not so sparkly.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding mums nurse "all night long" in AC/DC parody
Breastfeeding is a beautiful thing. But it can also be thoroughly exhausting, especially when your baby keeps you up through the night.
5 things you don't need to worry about when breastfeeding
The first rule of mothering is "don't let anybody 'should' on you."
Life with a Baby
The new way for mums to explain exactly how they feel
New parenthood: sometimes there are just no words to describe it. Luckily there are now 250 emojis to do that job perfectly.
Once you're a parent, everything changes. And that's something worth showing on TV
Every time we feel like we are about to collapse, we realise we are still standing, because of our son.
5 things you quickly realise when your baby starts crawling
You can't help but learn a few things once your little one is on the move.
Baby Care
The simple thing about nappies we've all been getting wrong
While we are busy juggling the big stuff, it is easy to overlook some of the details - like this nappy knowledge.
How a cardboard box can give a baby a healthy start to life
Baby boxes given out to to all new mothers have long been credited with saving baby's lives in Finland, now more countries are getting on board with the concept.
Would you put your baby outside to sleep?
When television personality Jessica Rowe was holidaying in Iceland last week she noticed something that caught her eye - babies sleeping in prams outside cafes and restaurants.
Australia's first baby spa opens in Perth
Sure it's aimed at a niche demographic, but it's sweet to see babies blissing out at Baby Spa Perth.
The pain of teething
If the tooth fairy takes teeth away, it must be something like a goblin who brings them in the first place.
Your guide to going out with your baby for the first time
If the thought of taking your baby out on your own makes you a bit nervous, you're completely normal.
Baby Sleep
Putting your baby to sleep: some good news
What parents don't need to stress about is that their methods will cause more harm or have long-term negative consequences.
The doll that promises to help your child sleep better
Parents are clamouring for a doll that helps send little ones off to sleep by "sounding a bit like Darth Vader".
The bedtime bottle: will it really make your baby sleep?
How often have you been told "Just give your breastfed baby a bottle of formula at bedtime to make him sleep"? But does it work?
Researchers claim controlled crying 'does no harm'
The short and long term consequences of controlled crying are under the spotlight with new Australian research suggesting no harm results from the practice.
The luxury of merino wool sleep bags and PJs for babies
Baby will sleep soundly in the amazing winter sleep products from Merino Kids.
ergoPouch products named 'hip-healthy' by International Hip Dysplasia Institute
One Australian company has received the nod of approval for its range of baby sleep products which help to avoid Hip Displasia.
Baby Food
The hidden dangers in your children's food
Terms like 'natural', 'organic' and 'wholegrain' make us think that a food is healthy, but really they can be used to mask the truth of what lies below.
Savoury muffins for babies and toddlers
Muffins are good for lunches, snacks, parties, picnics, finger food, the car, the lunchbox, and, best of all, the freezer.
6 tips to make mealtimes with a baby or toddler easier
Remember, it's mum and dad who are the boss, not the tiny people!
Baby Health
Could parents be prosecuted for feeding their kids a vegan diet?
It may soon become a crime for Italian parents to keep their children from indulging in the country's legendary meats and cheeses by restricting them to vegan options.
Flat head fears put babies at risk of SIDS, study finds
Parents worried about their newborn baby developing a flat head are potentially putting their child at risk of sudden death, a new study has found.
Baby May wasn't expected to survive but she proved everyone wrong
Lauren Napper-Ferrari barely had the chance to hold her two-day-old daughter when she thought she would have to say goodbye.
The hidden condition holding back students
Screening for a serious congenital condition may fail to identify babies at risk of developing poor skills in primary school, a world-first study suggests.
Is hip dysplasia in my newborn something to worry about?
Developmental dysplasia of the hip is a chronic condition which can cause permanent disability if not identified and treated early.
Baby teeth contain clues about early exposure to toxins
Baby teeth may soon be worth a lot more than the sentimental value they offer nostalgic parents.
Education & Play
How colour can affect your baby's development
Colourful kids spaces don’t only look great, but can assist in learning and behaviour, too.
10 beautiful books to buy now for later
These books make a great idea for baby showers, christenings, naming days, and early birthdays too.
Your one-year-old is more creative than you might think
Even one-year-olds can be very exploratory, experimental and creative.
Baby's water survival video divides viewers
Is it responsible parenting, or is this baby being subjected to unnecessary distress? That's the question dividing viewers of a video showing a six-month-old girl fending for herself in a swimming pool after being enticed to fall into the water.
Baby's future imagined in cute photo series
A French dad has captured his 3-month-old daughter, June, in a series that shows her in outfits of different professions in order to show the possibilities ahead of her. The dad, Malo, says that he, his wife and a few friends work quickly to avoid tiring the baby out.
Traditional toys beat gadgets in language development
Baby laptops and other talking, flashing toys that promise to improve children's language skills may do the exact opposite.
Baby Products
Tommee Tippee super soft dummies recalled over safety fears
Tommee Tippee super soft comforters are being recalled over safety fears.
Redsbaby Jive Tandem: single to double pram that folds with seat attached
A pram is a large purchase, and you only want to buy once.
Thankyou Baby: baby products with a social conscience
There's a new baby product brand on the scene, and what this company is doing is far from ordinary.