New parents may need information about breastfeeding, bottle feeding, weaning, sleep, crying, nappy rash, cradle cap and child development. Information about sibling rivalry and parenting may also be useful when a new baby comes into the family.
Important contacts
- Parentline Tel. 132 289
- Tweddle Child and Family Health Service Tel. (03) 9689 1577
- The Maternal and Child Health Advisory Line Tel. 132 229.
- Nurse on Call Tel. 1300 606 024 – for expert health information and advice (24 hours, 7 days)
Breastfeeding
You need to eat well when breast feeding. You may want information about mastitis, cracked nipples and expressing breast milk.
Bottle feeding
Find out about bottle feeding with formula or expressed breast milk as well as safety tips.
Weaning
Weaning from breast or bottle gives your baby the chance to experience new flavours and textures.
More information
Child and Youth Health, SA.
Raising children network.
Royal Women’s Hospital Victoria.
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