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Journeys Baby Development
Activities & Games
Why is playing games with my baby important? Should I sign my baby up for swimming lessons? What can I do with my baby outside?
Behavioural Development
When will my baby smile? How do I introduce my baby to their siblings? How can non-breastfeeding partners bond with their baby without a bottle? How long should babies suck their thumb? Should my baby use a dummy? How do I make my baby laugh?
Mental Development
Is my baby extra sensitive? Can I teach my baby to read? Does my baby recognise me? What effect does the environment have on a baby’s cognitive and sensory development? Is the Mozart effect real? Is screen time good or bad for my baby?
Physical Development
When can my baby hold their head up? When should my baby crawl? When will my baby have a growth spurt? When should my baby walk? When should my baby start rolling over? When should my baby sit up? How important is tummy time? Will my baby's eyes change colour? When do babies get their first tooth? When does my baby start grasping? When should my baby stand up? Should I be massaging my baby?
Milestone Summaries
How does my baby grow and develop in their first year? What are the developmental milestones for 4 - 7 months? What are the developmental milestones for 8 - 12 months? What are the developmental milestones for 1 - 4 months?
Emotional Development
How does responsive and sensitive caregiving support healthy attachment and bonding? What is the importance of parent-baby communication and interaction? Can I spoil my baby by holding them too much? How do I understand and recognise emotions in my baby?
Baby Feeding
Breastfeeding
How can I safely stop breastfeeding? How can I be a supportive partner to a breastfeeding mum? How can I combination feed? Can I drink alcohol, smoke or vape when breastfeeding? What’s in breastmilk? What is foremilk and hindmilk? How do I get started with latching a newborn baby? Does breast or nipple size affect breastfeeding? Should I offer both breasts at each feed? Can I take medication while breastfeeding? How do I express and store breastmilk? Is there anything I can do in pregnancy to prepare for breastfeeding? How does breastfeeding support my baby's immune system? How do I encourage a breastfed baby to take a bottle? What are some tips for breastfeeding in public? How long should I breastfeed my baby? Do I need to eat a special diet while breastfeeding? Should I feed on demand or to a schedule? What are the common breastfeeding challenges I may face? Which is right for me, breastfeeding or formula feeding? Can I breastfeed after breast surgery? Should I breastfeed my baby to sleep? What are the signs that breastfeeding is going well?
Bottle-feeding
How much should I feed my baby? How do I bottle feed in a baby-led way? How do I safely prepare and store formula? Can I mix breastmilk and formula in the same bottle? How do I sterilise my bottles? What formula should I use? How do I select the correct bottle for my baby?
Weaning
When should I wean onto solid foods? What are good first foods? Why do some parents start with purees? What is baby-led weaning? What is the role of milk from 6-12 months?
Baby Health
Illness
What are some common health worries? What happens if my baby needs to be hospitalised? Does my baby need to have any vaccinations? What to do if my baby has a cold? How can I help my baby's congestion? What are some common vaccine concerns? How do I take my baby's temperature?
Physical Health
How do I do basic baby first aid? What is a lip-tie? And what is a tongue-tie? What are some common physical worries? How do I burp my baby? Common symptoms that look serious, but that are nothing to worry about Why is my baby's hair falling out? When should I call an ambulance or doctor?
Hygiene & Dental Health
What kind of baths should my baby be having, and how frequently? How clean is too clean?
Poo
What does a red streak in my baby's nappy mean? What should my baby’s poos look like? Are disposable or cloth nappies best for my baby? What do I do if my baby hasn't pooped for 3 days?
Crying
What do I do about my baby’s crying? What is colic?
Baby Nutrition
Baby Health and Dietary Habits
How Do I Make Baby Food at Home? Vegetarian and Vegan Diets Encouraging Variety and Experimentation Picky Eaters and Refusal of Foods Common Nutritional Concerns for Babies Babies With Health Conditions Planning Nutritious Meals and Snacks Are Organic Baby Foods Healthier for My Baby?
Introduction
The Importance of Proper Nutrition for Babies Nutritional Needs and Requirements
Complementary Feeding
Types of Food To Introduce Techniques for Introducing Solid Foods Should I Give My Baby Water? Should My Baby Have Juice? Limiting Sugar and Salt What Foods Shouldn't My Baby Eat? What is a Balanced Baby Diet? Signs of Readiness for Solid Foods
Baby Food Safety
Food Allergies and Intolerances Techniques for Food Preparation Avoiding Choking Hazards Safety Tips for Feeding Strategies for Encouraging Healthy Eating Habits Common Food Safety Concerns Proper Hygiene and Food Handling How Do I Thaw Baby Food? Should I Warm My Baby's Food Before Feeding?
Baby Sleep
Quality of Sleep
What is sleep regression? Should my house be silent for my baby? How much sleep does my infant need? How do I establish good sleeping conditions for my baby? Do babies dream?
Sleep Safety
When can my baby sleep with a blanket? When can my baby use a pillow? Can my baby sleep with a weighted blanket or stuffed animal? Should I sleep with my infant in the same bed? What sleep equipment does my baby need? When can my baby sleep on their stomach?
Baby Speech
Nonverbal
What roles do gestures and body language play in speech development? What are some communication techniques for nonverbal infants? What roles do eye contact and facial expressions play in speech development?
Introduction
What are the milestones of early speech development? What are the building blocks of language? What is the importance of early communication?
Verbal
Should I use baby talk? What roles do crying and cooing play in speech development? What roles do vocalisation and babbling play in speech development?
Language Development
What roles do first words and word combinations play in speech development? What strategies are there for encouraging early language development in babies?
Baby Swim
Learning To Move Through Water
Passing Baby Underwater Kickboard Toys Seahorse Kicking Moving on Front and Back
Getting Used To Water
Jumping Underwater Singing & Nursery Rhymes Water Over Head Resting On Parent Face Down Splashing
Fire Safety for Families
Fire Prevention at Home
How do I childproof my home against fire? How can I identify and mitigate fire risks in my home (Part One)? How can I identify and mitigate fire risks in my home (Part Two)?
Fire Safety and Your Children
Crafting Your Family's Home Fire Escape Plan What are some fire safety checks I can do at home? What should I do if my child is fascinated by fire? How can I talk to my child about fire safety? How do I do basic first aid in the event of a fire?
Fire Safety in Your Community
How can I be more fire-safe outdoors? How can I collaborate for a more fire-safe community?
Giving Birth
Delivery
What are the most common anticipatory fears of childbirth (Part 1)? What is an epidural and how does it work (Part One)? What is the Special Care Unit and why might my baby need to be there? What do I need to know about caesarean section? (Part 2) What is an epidural and how does it work (Part Two)? What common labour complications do I need to be aware of? What do I need to know about caesarean section? (Part 1) What are the most common anticipatory fears of childbirth (Part 2)?
Postpartum
What happens when I meet my baby for the first time? What should I know about returning to my sexual life postpartum? How to accept your baby as their own person What are the baby blues, and how do I cope with them? As a new mother, should I return to work or stay at home? What is the fourth trimester? What is birth trauma, and how do I recover from it? What does my body go through in the first few days after birth? How can I distinguish between sleep deprivation and postpartum depression? Is 'mummy brain’ a real thing? How do I cope with visitors straight after the birth? How do I keep a realistic frame of mind right after birth? What are some common maternal problems after birth? What happens immediately after birth?
Labour
What physical symptoms can I expect to see just before I go into labour? What is vacuum extraction? What are some natural pain reliefs during labour (Part One)? What are some natural pain reliefs during labour (Part Two)? What happens when my baby is overdue? What medications are available for me for pain relief during labour? What do I need to know about induction? What do I do if my baby is breech? What are the stages of labour (Part One)? How to cope with pain during labour What is a premature birth? What are the stages of labour (Part Two)? What are the early signs of labour? What do I need to know about multiple births? How do I manage a sudden delivery?
Intro to Swimming
Kicking
Kicking With Two Floats Rocket Kicking Kicking With One Float Holding a Noodle
Getting Used To Water
Bubbles Collecting Sinkers Submersion Jumping While Holding Hands Egg Flip
Arms
Doggy Paddle One Arm Moving Both Arms Moving Swimming to the Wall Front Crawl
Learning the Strokes
Front Crawl
Front Crawl Side Breathing and Arm Motion Three Arm Pulls and a Breath Side Breathing Three Alternating Arm Pulls and a Breath
Breaststroke
Arms and Legs Together, with Noodle On Back With Noodle Breaststroke On Front With Noodle On Front While Being Held
Backstroke
Soldier Kicking One Arm Backstroke One Arm with a Float Rocket Kicking
Learning to Cycle
Getting Started
How to Transition Onto Pedals and Teach Starting and Stopping Setting the Pedal to Start Swerving Around Hazards Turning With Control Stopping Quickly With Control Fun Balance Bike Games and Activities Four Top Tips for Balance A Fun First Game Once Sat on the Saddle
Tips & Techniques
Riding Slowly to Develop Balance and Coordination Looking All Around Including Behind When Riding in a Straight Line Standing Up When Cycling Sharing Space and Riding With Other Cyclists Using Gears Riding With Your Child Advanced Cornering Techniques Riding With One-hand
Introduction to Cycling
Choosing the Right Bike and Equipment for Your Child What Are the Benefits of Cycling? Stepping Into the Role of Coach: Some Helpful Tips Before You Start
Getting Ready
Walking With the Bike and Getting on and Off the Bike What to Bring With You Getting Prepared: Clothing and Helmet Checks Getting Prepared: Bike Check Making The Bike Fit Your Child Choosing a Suitable Location to Teach Your Child to Ride
Balance
Warm Up Games Off The Bike The Benefits of a Balance Bike Approach How to Convert a Standard Bike Into a Balance Bike
Love, Sex and Parenting
Spicing Up Your Sex Life Post-Baby
How do hormones affect your sex life? How can new parents redefine romance? (part 1) How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 2) How does fatigue affect your sex life? How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 1) How can new parents redefine romance? (part 2) How does the birth experience affect your sex life?
Conflict and Resolution
Why do we keep arguing about the same things and what can we do about it? (part 2) How do you cool down in the midst of conflict with your partner? (part 2) How do we balance work and family life as a team? (part 2) How do you bring up a problem in your relationship? How do you cool down in the midst of conflict with your partner? (part 1) What is my conflict style and how is it affecting my relationship? (part 2) Why do we keep arguing about the same things and what can we do about it? (part 1) What is my conflict style and how is it affecting my relationship? (part 1) How can new parents repair hurt after a fight? How do we balance work and family life as a team? (part 1) Why is appreciation the glue that holds new parents together?
Parenting as a Team
How does stress and sleep deprivation affect your relationship? Why is co-regulation even more important when you’re parents? (part 1) What does the birthing mama go through and how can you support her? (part 1) What does the non-birthing partner go through and how can you support them? How do new parents value each other’s needs? How do new parents make decisions as a team? What does the birthing mama go through and how can you support her? (part 2) Why is co-regulation even more important when you’re parents? (part 2)
Newborn
Preparation
How do I pick the perfect crib or bassinet? What are the essential clothes and equipment I need for my baby?
First Days
What do I do when I get home with my newborn? What do newborns look like and do? Can babies be born with teeth? What are newborn screening tests?
Parental Skills, Tips & Essentials
How do I go outside with my newborn? How do I manage my newborn’s crying? How do I physically handle my baby? How do I change a nappy? What do I need to look out for with nappies and washing my newborn? What is nappy rash and how can I prevent it? When should my baby have their first bath?
Problems
What are the common problems to look out for week by week? What is SIDS and how can I prevent it?
Sleep
How do I swaddle my baby? What does my newborn’s sleep look like? Why is my sleep pattern different to my newborn baby’s?
First Month
What are the development and playing milestones over my baby’s first 4 weeks of life?
Feeding
What does breastfeeding my newborn look like? What does bottle-feeding my newborn look like?
Paediatric First Aid
Surveys, the AVPU Scale & CPR
How to Conduct a Scene Survey & Infant and Child Survey How to Assess a Child's Consciousness and Breathing Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Supporting a Baby or Child Who is Choking Administering CPR to a Baby Administering CPR to a Child
Seizures, Wounds, Burns & Shocks
First Aid for Cuts, Grazes, Burns and Scalds Supporting a Baby or Child During a Seizure Supporting a Baby or Child in Shock or Anaphylactic Shock How to Safely Manage an Incident Involving Electricity First Aid for Wounds and Injuries
Sprains, Concussions, Poison & Foreign Bodies
Poisons and Treatment Procedures First Aid for Fractures, Dislocations, Sprains and Strains Supporting a Baby or Child With Foreign Bodies in Their Eyes, Ears or Nose How to Manage Head Injuries, Including Concussion
Eye Injuries, Insect Bites & Extreme Temperatures
How to Treat the Effects of Extreme Temperatures on a Baby and Child How to Support a Baby or Child With Bites or Stings How to Support a Child With an Eye Injury
The Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider
The Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider
Asthmatic and Diabetic Incidents
How to Manage a Child With Chronic Conditions
Preconception
Planning to Conceive
Lifestyle Changes Career Planning Financial Considerations Preparing for Pregnancy
Preparing Your Body for Pregnancy
Managing Anxiety and Stress Managing Chronic Health Conditions During Preconception Folic Acid and Other Preconception Supplements Nutrition and Exercise During Preconception
Deciding to Have a Baby
Communicating With Your Partner About Parenthood The Pros and Cons of Having Children Deciding to Have a Baby
Genetic Disorders, Testing and Information
Genetic Testing Options Making Informed Decisions Based on Genetic Information Understanding the Risks of Genetic Disorders
Fertility and Conception
Fertility Testing and Treatment Options Timing Intercourse for Conception Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle Lifestyle Habits That Impact Fertility
Trying to Have a Baby
How Long Will It Take To Conceive? Moving Forward With Your Decision Preparing for the Emotional Journey of Pregnancy and Parenthood Hospital or Home Birth Options OB/GYNs, Midwives, and Doulas
Pregnancy
The Third Trimester
What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 40 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 28 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 32 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 34 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 27 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 36 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 33 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 41 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 31 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 42 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 37 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 39 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 35 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 38 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 30 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 29 Weeks?
The First Trimester
What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 9 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 5 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 7 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 8 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 6 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 2 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 4 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 11 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 10 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 12 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 3 Weeks? The Basics of Pregnancy
The Second Trimester
What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 13 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 23 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 21 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 19 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 18 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 25 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 15 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 26 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 24 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 22 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 20 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 17 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 14 Weeks? What Does My Pregnancy Look Like at 16 Weeks?
Toddler Health and Development
Toddler Health
Brain Development in Toddlers The Importance of Early Childhood Health Recommended Vaccines for Toddlers Benefits of Immunisations and Vaccine Schedules Health and Development Reviews Common Illnesses and When to Seek Medical Attention Encouraging Development of Gross and Fine Motor Skills Role of Parents and Caregivers in Promoting Toddler Health Gross and Fine Motor Skill Development
Toddler Development
Signs of Potential Vision or Hearing Issues Managing and Preventing Tantrums and Behaviour Issues Building Positive Parent-Child Relationships Understanding and Supporting Emotional Development Social Development: Nurturing Skills and Friendships Social and Cognitive Development Through Play Monitoring Vision and Hearing Development Red Flags of Toddler Development Monitoring Growth and Development Promoting Eye and Ear Health in Toddlers
Toddler Safety
Common Household Hazards and Safety Precautions First Aid Basics for Common Injuries Childproofing the Home and Outdoor Areas Water Safety and Preventing Accidents
Toddler Hygiene
Approaches and Strategies for Successful Training Teaching Good Hygiene Habits and Self-care Skills Signs of Readiness for Toilet Training
Toddler Nutrition
Food Groups, Nutrients & Minerals
Are prebiotics and probiotics important for kids? What is iodine, and how much does my child need? What do I need to know about the different types of sugar? What is protein and how much does my child need? What do I need to know about fibre? How do I ensure my child has a healthy fat intake? Why does the variety and colour of fruit & vegetables matter? Which foods boost my child’s brain development? Which foods boost my child’s immune system? What is zinc, and how much does my child need? What is cobalamin (vitamin B12), and how much does my child need? What do I need to know about free sugars for kids? Why is salt important in my child’s diet?
Diets, Intolerances & Problems
What are organic foods and how can I identify them? Are organic foods healthier than normal foods? How do I deal with a picky eater? What do I do if my child hates vegetables? What do I need to know about food allergies? How can I easily feed my vegetarian child? What do I need to know about underweight toddlers? What do I need to know about overweight toddlers and obesity in toddlers? What do I need to know about gluten-free and dairy-free diets? What do I need to know about iron-deficiency anaemia? What do I need to know about diarrhoea and constipation? How do I get my child to eat certain foods?
The Basics
The importance of balanced nutrition for toddlers How do I introduce healthy snacking into my child’s routine? What do I need to know about feeding my 1 to 3 year-old? Why is breakfast so important for my child? Why is it important to eat together as a family? What do I do if my toddler is refusing to eat? What are some healthy food choices for toddlers? What do I need to know about serving sizes and meal planning? What are some breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas? Why should I grow food with my children? What are the myths and facts I need to know surrounding child’s nutrition? How do food and drink affect my child’s teeth? What are the nutrient requirements for toddlers?
Drinks
What do I need to know about juice and other fruit drinks for my child? What do I need to know about my child’s water needs? What do I need to know about milk and dairy alternatives?
Toddler Sleep
Quality of Sleep
How do I ensure my child has enough sleep in a dual-career family? What rules can I set up for my child’s bedtime? How do I get my 1-2-year-old to sleep? How do I teach my child to fall asleep? How can I help my toddler to meet their sleep needs? How much sleep does my toddler require, and what can affect it? What is the 'forbidden sleep zone'? How do I know if my child's getting enough sleep?
Sleep Problems
What do I need to know and do about night-terrors? What are some common sleep issues and sleep crutches? Should I be worried about my child’s snoring? What do I need to know and do about nightmares? What are nighttime wakings? What should I do about my child’s sleepwalking?
Sleep Development
What do I do if my child needs my help to fall asleep? What is sleep training, and what are the myths surrounding it? How should I plan daytime naps? When and how should I respond to tears, crying and tantrums during sleep training? What to do before moving my child from crib (cot) to bed?
Sleep Conditions
How do I help my kids sleep well on holiday? How important is light and darkness for my child’s sleep? How do I create a sleep-friendly environment for my child?
Toddler Speech
Introduction
What is speech development, and why is it important? What are the milestones of language development? What is the role of nature and nurture in language development? How do I assess my child's language development?
Language Development
What language activities can my toddler do? What are some strategies for encouraging language development? What do I do if my toddler has gone back to baby talk and babbling? What do I need to know about preparing my toddler for preschool and beyond? How does language development change as my child grows? Is bilingualism beneficial for my child?
Structure of Language
How do I teach my toddler grammar and syntax? How do I help my toddler develop social skills and improve their interactions? What are phonemes and phonology? What role does nonverbal communication play in language development? How do I help my toddler develop their vocabulary?
Speech Disorders & Delays
What do I need to know about diagnosis and treatment when it comes to my toddler’s language development? What are some common speech disorders in toddlers?