Baby Development
This newborn knows what he wants - and gets it!
The astonished parents of a newborn whose 18-day-old bub is already feeding himself, shared a clip of their little one's feat to YouTube - and it's truly incredible viewing.
'Rain Man' gene discovery to help parents
Rain Man won four Oscars back in 1989 and now three decades later Australian scientists have discovered more about the brain of the man who inspired the film.
How to encourage your baby's gross motor development skills
There are some everyday things that parents can do to improve gross motor skills and coordination.
Why ‘baby talk’ is good for your baby
People often tell new parents to avoid sing-song "baby talk" with their new addition to the family because it will slow the child's language development.
Lisa Wilkinson says parents are 'crazy' for allowing kids access to iPads
Lisa Wilkinson has slammed parents who expose their toddler children to technology.
Why you should never tell a parent to 'just wait and see'
When I became a parent I learned to fear many things – trucks, motorbikes, sunny streets with no shade, any kind of renovations and especially lawnmowers.
Breastfeeding
The cafe designed with the needs of new mums in mind
There is no doubt catching up with other mothers over a cup of coffee can be a lifesaver in the months following the arrival of a baby.
Beauty of breastfeeding like you've never seen it before
New mum Joy Hwang has shared a series of beautiful drawings capturing the highs and lows of breastfeeding.
Life with a Baby
Am I the only one who fears grandparenthood?
I've been there and "exciting" is not the word I'd use to describe childbirth or trying to come to terms with the demands of a newborn. Watching my daughter go through this time is not something I'm really looking forward to.
5 things you should never say to a new mum
Some visitors say things they shouldn't when visiting a new mum. Here's a crash course in what you should definitely NOT say.
The morning workout all mums are doing - without realising it
We all like to look and feel our best and, according to the internet (and just about every fitness magazine out there), there's absolutely no reason not to.
Baby Care
4 important cues that will make everything easier for you and your baby
If you do some baby-watching, you will be amazed at how even very young babies communicate.
'Something's not right here': Why Matthew was walking with a limp
Doctors are warning parents not to swaddle their babies as an increasing number of infants in Australia are suffering hip dysplasia, which, left untreated, may lead to early osteoarthritis.
Which country's babies cry the most?
Average news for Australian parents: it seems our babies aren't the biggest criers in the world … nor do they cry the least.
Did these parents make a huge mistake with their baby?
A woman wrote anonymously recently to ask the internet whether she had made a terrible error of judgement.
Would you do this to your baby in a carseat?
One mum looked that fear in the face and shared how important it is to think about adjusting the straps on our kids' car seats.
Dad's simple baby soothing hack - and his son's adorable response
When this dad's baby wouldn't stop crying he took matters into his own hands. He also recorded what he did to let other people in on the simple hack and now it's going viral.
Baby Sleep
Baby Ava cried between 12 and 15 hours a day. Every day.
You've read all the books. Talked to your mum. Your friends from mothers' group give you their tips. Then the baby arrives. And you have no freaking idea.
The cot that mimics a car to soothe babies to sleep
While it won't ever replace getting out of the house, this car-like cot just might save your sleep.
The household appliance that saved me from sleep deprivation
When nothing else worked, white noise saved our sleep.
Nine reasons I failed at sleeping while the baby slept
"Sleep while the baby sleeps!" Heard that piece of advice before? You're not alone.
Sleep gadgets that'll send your baby and toddler off to la-la land
Your sleep is vital so we've made a list of sleep-aiding baby products in the hope that one or two of them might be your sleep saviour.
This clever gadget mimics a walk in the park to help your baby get to sleep
Simply put the pram brake on, set the wheels on top of the Pramrolla, plug it in and off they go ... or so they think.
Baby Food
The latest advice on starting solids
Introducing food to a baby’s diet is one of the biggest milestone of the first six months.
Recall issued for popular brand of baby biscuits
You will want to check your cupboard and give these the flick, after a recall was issued this week.
Family rituals to make mealtimes easier: mums share their tips
Special rituals, as well as favourite cutlery and plates, can make dinner times less challenging and a lot more fun!
Baby Health
The danger of immunisation hesitancy
If this mum hadn’t already been so certain of the benefits of immunisation, it would have been easy for her to hesitate.
Relaxing or dangerous? Experts warn about baby spa flotation rings
The cost as much as $85 a session and are billed as the perfect way to pamper your infant, but two experts have warned about the dangers of baby spa flotation devices.
From heartbreak to hope: watching my baby girl fight for survival
This is what it feels like to sit by the bedside of your 26-weeker as you watch them fight for their life.
Vitamin K injections: what you need to know
Why do babies need vitamin K after birth? Here's what you need to know.
Why photos of little Hannah are not what they seem
It's enough to give any parent a heart attack. Thankfully these photos of toddler Hannah Crowley are not what they seem
Kids getting the best start in life ever - but there's still room for improvement
A report released this week has revealed that deaths of babies, children and adolescents have halved in the past 25 years.
Education & Play
Adorable exchange as deaf grandma teaches deaf baby to sign
There is always something so beautiful about babies with special connections to their older family members. But what Aria McMahon has with her grandmother Pamela is pure magic.
Let your kids put the latest Fisher-Price toys to the test
Nobody knows more about engaging kids through play than Fisher-Price.
Free baby playgroup to benefit infants and their carers
Playgroup NSW membership is now free for a year, for anyone with an infant under 12 months of age.
The song created just to make your baby gloriously happy
Does it work for your baby?
16 simple ways to make your baby smarter
What's the best way to mentally stimulate your baby? It doesn't take a genius - just a loving, involved parent.
Why a child's first 1000 days matter the most
Gabby Holden, the Uniting Director of Early Learning, shares why the first few years are so vital for development and learning.
Baby Products
'It's like a little party hat for the pee-pee': Anne Hathaway on Pee-pee Teepees
If you're the mum of a baby boy, chances are you've come across the Pee-pee Teepee at some point in your travels.
Having 'lost its way', Pumpkin Patch faces online revival
Pumpkin Patch will be revived as a mostly online business after the owner e-commerce store CatchOfTheDay bought the collapsed children clothing retailer's brand and intellectual assets.
Nursery products responsible for rise in infant injuries
Injuries associated with common nursery products including baby carriers and strollers are on the rise in the US, finds a new study out this week.