How to reduce food waste and care for your baby sustainably
Reduce food waste and save money with simple strategies like batch cooking, composting, and using reusable nappies. Discover more low-waste parenting tips with INFANT.
Breastfeeding support at your fingertips with the My Baby Now app
Created by experts at Deakin University, the My Baby Now app delivers around-the-clock, trustworthy support on breastfeeding, formula feeding, and mixed feeding. Designed to complement maternal and child health advice, it empowers parents with reliable guidance from pregnancy through the early months.
Multi-age play – infants and children of different ages playing together
Play supports infants’ and children’s learning, development, and confidence, with multi-age play offering rich opportunities for social, language, and problem-solving skills. Encouraging safe, inclusive play across age groups fosters leadership, empathy, and growth for all children involved.
Motor skill development – what is it, why is it important, and what can you do to help your child develop gross motor skills?
Gross motor skill development starts from birth and is essential for infants and children to grow strong, confident, and ready to explore the world through movement and play.
An approach to encourage free movement by limiting sedentary behaviour
Help your baby move more and sit less! Limit time in highchairs, strollers, or carriers to an hour and encourage free movement for better development. Try tummy time, obstacle courses, or outdoor play, and create a safe space for exploration and bonding.
Tummy time tips: An approach to supporting your baby’s development
Tummy time is a fun, essential activity that helps babies build strength, reach developmental milestones, and improve motor and social skills—all under supervision and while awake.
A mindful approach to screen time with your baby
Too much screen time can impact your baby’s attention, sleep, and development, which is why the Australian Government recommends no screen time under age two. Explore our practical, screen-free activity ideas that support learning, social interaction, and independent play for little ones.
Baby-led weaning: an approach to introducing solids
Baby-led weaning allows babies to explore new foods and textures by feeding themselves soft, age-appropriate finger foods—supporting self-regulation and family mealtimes. Backed by research, this approach can be combined with traditional feeding and emphasizes safety, iron-rich foods, and variety for healthy development.
Breastfeeding your baby – the first week
Breastfeeding may be natural, but it’s also a skill that both mums and babies need time to learn—especially in the first week after birth. With expert advice, practical tips, and support through programs like INFANT and the My Baby Now app, new parents can feel more empowered as they begin their feeding journey.
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