Caesareans, diabetes on the rise for new mothers The NSW government's annual Mothers and Babies report contains some interesting findings. Contains:
Toddler pulled unconscious from fish pond at Fairfield West house CURRENT AFFAIRS A young boy has been taken to hospital after he was pulled unconscious from a knee-deep fish pond in Sydney's west. Contains: This article contains a video
Caesareans, diabetes on the rise for new mothers CAESAREAN More women in NSW are being diagnosed with diabetes during pregnancy and more are having births induced or delivered by caesarean, new figures show. Contains:
Toddler killed after being struck by car in driveway in Sydney's west CURRENT AFFAIRS A 23-month-old child has been killed after being struck by a car in a driveway on Wootten Street, Colyton, in Sydney's West. Contains: This article contains a video
The 10 most read stories on Essential Baby in 2016 ENTERTAINMENT We've had some huge stories here on Essential Baby in 2016 - and some may just surprise you. Contains:
Toddler in pram dies after being struck by 4WD driven by mother CURRENT AFFAIRS A seven-month old toddler in a pram has died in hospital after being struck by a reversing 4WD at a funeral on Brisbane's southside about 1.50pm. Contains:
January 1 price rises and benefit cuts: what you need to know MONEY They say life can change in an instant. Never is that more true than when the clock strikes midnight on December 31. Contains: This article contains a video
Having a baby: expectations vs reality LIFE WITH A BABY People love to warn you about what to expect when having a baby, but they can be way off when it comes to the reality. Contains:
The sweetest things that happened in 2016 ENTERTAINMENT It's been a tricky year to evaluate. So much tragedy and loss on a global scale can overshadow those every day sweet moments. Perhaps you welcomed a new baby this year or saw your toddler reach milestones that gladdened your heart. Contains:
Toddler pulled unconscious from fish pond at Fairfield West house CURRENT AFFAIRS Contains: This article contains a video