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01 Sep 2018... This factsheet gives information for kids starting primary school. Back to school is an exciting time for students and families. Find tips on how you can help your child have a positive start to school.

01 Sep 2018... This factsheet provides information about starting secondary school.

01 Dec 2020... What to do when a baby is choking? This factsheet with a lot of pictures illustrates how to prevent choking and clear blockages for babies.

01 Jun 2015... In this short video, parents of children with cerebral palsy talk about spotting the early signs of cerebral palsy and getting a diagnosis. Also, child health specialists explain that cerebral palsy is a condition that affects the brain. They talk about the different types of cerebral palsy, how it affects children and some of its causes.

Different children have different sleep needs, habits and problems. Here are answers to 20 frequently asked questions about children's sleep.

01 Aug 2019... The information in this fact sheet aims to describe a common pattern of breathing seen in very premature infants.

25 May 2021... Key points If babies seem content and healthy, it’s a sign that they’re getting enough sleep. Most babies under 6 months of age still need overnight feeds and help to settle in the night. As babies get older, they need less sleep overall. More of their sleep happens at night. Developments like crawling and separation anxiety can affect sleep and settling for babies over 6 months. If you’re concerned about your baby’s sleep, speak with a child health professional.

25 Mar 2025... A guide in pictures to teenage sleeping, with tips for helping teens, teenagers and adolescent children get to sleep, relax before bedtime, and wake up effectively.

01 Dec 2020... Birdie's friends are all sick, but doctors and nurses are there to help. A story for young children about illness in the community. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and 'big feelings'. There's information for parents and carers too. Translations of this resource can be viewed and downloaded by scrolling down to the section "Languages other than English" and selecting your preferred language.

01 Feb 2017... A big wind blows away Birdie's nest! This is a story for young children about recovering from cyclones. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and 'big feelings'. There's information for parents and carers too. Translations of this resource can be viewed and downloaded by scrolling down to the section "Languages other than English" and selecting your preferred language.