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Achieving equitable reach in early-childhood health interventions is a complex challenge. Practitioners strive to bridge gaps but face real constraints. Lasting impact requires moving beyond theory to embed equity through resources, policies, and support.
Recognized as an evidence-based program, INFANT is the only NCI-endorsed initiative starting from birth. With 15+ years of research, it helps parents foster healthy habits early, reinforcing its role as a global model for early-life health interventions.
New WHO infant feeding guidelines conflict with Australian advice, sparking confusion. Experts warn against switching to cow’s milk before 12 months due to risks like iron deficiency and obesity.
New in-language resources from the INFANT program are now available to support healthy eating and active play from birth for culturally and linguistically diverse families in Melbourne’s west. Developed by the Western Public Health Unit and Deakin University’s IPAN, the materials are available in Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Arabic, Mandarin, and Vietnamese.
The INFANT program was recognized by a CDC-funded review as the strongest global model for community-wide implementation of complementary feeding interventions in early childhood.
The INFANT program was honoured with two Deakin University Faculty of Health awards for its impactful partnerships and evidence-based approach to promoting healthy eating and active play in early childhood.
WPHU is partnering with Deakin University to culturally adapt and implement the evidence-based INFANT program, supporting healthier starts for children in culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
On February 21, 2022, Professor Kylie Hesketh presented a 50-minute seminar highlighting the enduring benefits of the evidence-based INFANT program - from birth to five years - emphasizing the value of randomized controlled trials for early intervention to policy, practice, and research audiences.
INFANT has been named a priority action in the Victorian Government’s five-year plan, recognising its vital role in supporting early childhood health through healthy eating and active play.
Developed by experts at Deakin University and the University of Sydney, the My Baby Now app provides trustworthy, up-to-date advice on feeding and active play to support parents of babies under 18 months.
The My Baby Now app offers parents of babies under 18 months reliable, expert-developed information on feeding and active play, helping cut through the confusion of conflicting advice. Designed to complement INFANT group sessions, the app reinforces key messages and supports healthy early development.
The INFANT program continues to expand across Victoria, with health professionals completing training and tailoring implementation to suit their local communities. Case studies from four LGAs showcase how collaboration, communication, and community support are driving early childhood health outcomes.
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