Babies

New research shows that occasional exposure to alcohol may influence facial shape and brain development

New research finds that the birth of a first child reduces household income and increases the risk of disadvantage

The Australian paid parental leave scheme has no provision for babies born prematurely or unwell, it’s time for a change to support all families

Twins and other multiple birth babies face a higher risk of infant mortality, underscoring the need for specific healthcare guidelines

The award-winning team behind an affordable and effective gastro vaccine is ensuring it will save as many newborn lives as possible globally

New research has found a mechanism that may make fetuses and newborns more exposed to drugs, providing a pathway to better understanding of what is a safer dosage for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers

Emerging evidence suggests that infants may be contracting allergies through their skin. Now, a major trial is underway to test whether regular skin treatment can prevent babies becoming allergic

The number of families having multiple babies – like twins, triplets or more – has doubled in the last 40 years, but the support and advice provided to those families needs to catch up

In many remote communities around the world, electricity can be intermittent at best and non-existent at worst, but FREO₂ LPOS is delivering oxygen without power and saving children’s lives

The amount of conflicting advice and information expecting parents get can be overwhelming – our experts sort the factual from the less factual