Why a face full of poo can be your baby’s best start in life!

It may sound surprising – even a little shocking – but the very first thing many babies encounter when they’re born is their mother’s poo....

08 August, 2026

Birth rates are declining: Here’s why that really matters

Birth rates are declining in most of the world, including Australia. Here’s why that really matters, reports Liz Allen. Birth rates have been declining worldwide since the peak of the post-second world war baby boom. Birth rates have now reached below replacement in most of the...

09 July, 2026

13 Pregnancy myths: what’s true, what’s not, and what parents-to-be should know

When you're expecting, everyone offers you advice, and it's hard to know what's true. We've debunked 13 of the most common pregnancy myths, from bump shapes to hair dye, so you can stop second-guessing and start enjoying the ride. The best part? Some of the...

08 July, 2026

Babies with older siblings have a higher infection risk

Parents know how easily coughs, colds and other infections can move through a household after a child picks up a bug at childcare or school. This puts babies with older siblings at greater risk of serious infectious illness, especially while their immune systems are still...

07 July, 2026

New free app helps parents introduce allergy foods with more confidence

A free online Food Follower App helps parents introduce common allergy-causing foods early and keep them in babies’ diets regularly....

28 June, 2026

Worried about feeding your baby solid foods? Here’s what you should know

Worried about feeding your baby solid foods? Here’s what you should know, report Lillian Krikheli and Samantha Turner When you have a baby, mealtimes can be messy and stressful. If you’re a new parent you may be unsure what, when, and how to feed your little one....

11 June, 2026

Should surrogates be paid for carrying other people’s babies?

Should surrogates be paid for carrying someone else's baby? Australia is reviewing its surrogacy laws, and the question of payment is dividing opinion. Here's what's being considered, and why it matters for families everywhere....

11 June, 2026

Stressing about your baby’s growth check?

 Here’s what you need to know, report Amit Arora, Hannah Dahlen, Jessica Appleton and Lynn Kemp If you’ve ever taken your child to a maternal, child and family health nurse for a growth check, you might have felt a mix of curiosity and anxiety. As health professionals,...

11 June, 2026

4 expert tips for family mealtimes without the drama

When you have young children,  writes Nick Fuller,  it can be tempting to feed them early, then sit down to a separate meal once they’re in bed. But setting a routine where you eat as a family, for even a couple of nights a week, can...

14 May, 2026

Calls grow for tougher baby carrier safety laws in Australia

Baby carriers are a daily essential for many families, helping parents keep babies close while managing busy life with little ones. But child safety advocates are warning that many parents may not realise there are currently no mandatory national safety standards for baby carriers sold...

13 May, 2026