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Up to one year (Babies)

In the first months of life babies learn that the world is safe and that there are people who will look after them. They do this when their needs for food, comfort, warmth and love are being met. Parent tip sheets provide useful information on:

• Living with babies 388k
• More about living with babies 215k
• Being a dad 163k
• Getting support - it's ok to ask for help 194k
• Why play is important 421k
• Helping kids to be positive 219k
• Being a grandparent 206k
• Growing and learning in the family 221k
• Marching to a different drum - developmental delay 223k

Helpful information can also be found on the Raising Children website , the Early Childhood Australia website , the Parentline website , and the Queensland Health website . You can also learn how to get your baby active from an early age.

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This page was last reviewed on 05 May 2011

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