A USA review identified INFANT as the strongest international model for wide-spread implementation of a community complementary feeding intervention
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.
INFANT’s Award Success: Deakin Faculty of Health Partnerships in Practice
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.
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.
First cereals for babies
Introducing solids is a key milestone, and choosing the right first cereals can support healthy growth and development—especially when they’re iron-fortified and low in salt and sugar. Options like Weet-Bix and rice cereal, when served with vitamin C-rich fruits, can help meet iron needs while building healthy eating habits from the start.
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.
Western Public Health Unit (WPHU) focusing on health equity
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.
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