What is iron deficiency anaemia? Iron is an important mineral found in the blood that helps carry oxygen around the body. Iron deficiency...

Congratulations! You’re pregnant! There is one thing most women know to expect from pregnancy: morning sickness. In fact, 70-80% of women...

Asthma is common among children affecting around 1 in 4 children during childhood. The good news is that, while there is no cure for...

As a parent seeing your little one get vaccinated can be hard. Our GP Expert, Dr Andrew McDonald, shares his tips and tricks on how best...

We are joining families and organisations across Australia to mark Perinatal Mental Health Week 6 - 12 November. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety...

October is ADHD awareness month. Here, our paediatrician, Dr Lexi Frydenberg, sheds light on what ADHD is and is not. Are you worried...

Your baby needs a variety of food textures and practice before they can eat the same food as the rest of the family. Including a variety...

What is hand, foot and mouth disease? Hand Foot and Mouth Disease is a really common viral infection in kids. It is caused by one of the...

Many children, teenagers and adults experience Allergic Rhinitis (commonly known as hayfever) in Australia. What is hay fever? Hayfever...

What is lactose intolerance? Lactose intolerance occurs when the lining of the intestine (bowel and gut) has been damaged. This damage is...

Eczema is very common from infancy to adolescence. It is often itchy and uncomfortable for both the child and frustrating for the...

Did you know that there are many kinds of ear infections requiring different treatments? Which type of ear infection is your child...

Over the past two years, preventive measures for COVID-19, like physical distancing, mask-wearing and isolation, helped stop the spread...

With winter here, it is a good time to stock your medicine cabinet. Here are GP Expert Dr Bill Bateman outlines his must-have supplies,...

It is really common and normal for babies to be born with or develop a flat spot on their heads. This flat spot is called Deformational...

​After your baby is around six months old, it's a good idea to introduce healthy, nutritious solid foods into their diet! Vegetables and...

Is a multivitamin good for pregnancy? A baby’s growth is the most rapid in the first weeks of life – often before you are aware you are...

The summer months are upon us and with this, most parents will worry at some stage that their baby may not be getting enough to drink in...

What are the benefits of organic food? ​Research shows organic food, including fruit, vegetables, eggs and dairy, may have extra...

How to get vegetables into children's diet? We all know vegetables are important, but getting them into kids’ tummies can be challenging....