Clinicians Hub resources

Evidence-based tools, guidelines and resources for health professionals and patients to support the prevention, early intervention, and management of chronic diseases.
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Australian 24-hour Movement Guidelines (0-5 years) – Brochure

The 24-hour Movement Guidelines help parents and carers create healthy and safe routines for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. The Guidelines include a picture of what a child’s day during a 24-hour period should look like, including active play, time spent sitting and lying down, and ideal amount of sleep.
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Wellbeing and self-care: Expecting and new parents

Self-care tips for expecting and new parents. Discusses topics of sleep, eating, physical activity and support. (PDF, 64.9KB)
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Healthy drinks for baby – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities

A brochure developed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families which provides information on what drinks to provide baby, and what drinks to avoid. (PDF, 556KB)
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Get up & grow

A suite of resources to help parents and educators make sure children eat healthy foods and are physically active so they grow up healthy and strong. Includes first foods, lunchbox ideas, and information about infant formula. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resources available.
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Starting solids – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities

A brochure for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families which discusses when and how to start giving baby solid food. (PDF, 742KB)
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Baby and toddler feeding – Easy English

A suite of resources designed in consultation with Brisbane African women. These resources have been developed in Easy English and discuss breastfeeding and introduction to solids.
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Healthy eating for breastfeeding mothers

A nutritional guide developed to support mothers during their postnatal recovery and breastfeeding. The resource discusses recommended food groups, fluids, caffeine, alcohol and weight.
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Breastfeeding confidence – Your quick guide to breastfeeding

A booklet that provides a quick guide to families on the essentials of breastfeeding, available in a range of languages including Vietnamese, Amharic, Arabic, Assyriam, Burmese, Chinese, Croatian, Dari, Dinka, Farsi, Hindi, Karen and Tamil. This resource discusses positioning, milk supply, baby's weight, expressing and storing breastmilk and common causes of pain.
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Breastfeeding: good for baby, good for mum – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities

A resource designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families on breastfeeding. This resource discusses breastfeeding benefits, and tips on recognising baby hunger cues and whether babies are receiving enough breast milk. (PDF, 637KB)
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Strong Born – No grog during pregnancy is best

This booklet was created to raise awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) among community members who may play a role in supporting alcohol-free pregnancy; or support a person with FASD. (PDF, 1.8MB)
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The risks of alcohol and pregnancy

This information sheet provides information for patients about the risks of alcohol when pregnant or planning a pregnancy. (PDF, 741KB)
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Patient information: Pregnancy after bariatric surgery or with a weight above a healthy range

This PDF has been developed for women who are above a healthy weight or have recently had bariatric surgery and are planning to become or are already pregnant. This information answers commonly asked questions regarding weight during pregnancy. (PDF, 457KB)

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Healthy behaviours

Find insightful articles on healthy behaviours. Healthy eating, physical activity, and wellbeing.

Physical activity
legs walking up outdoor concrete stairs

7 ways to keep walking when it’s hot outside

Summer in Queensland offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun, but the heat and humidity can make staying active challenging.
Healthy eating

How to cater for different dietary needs this Christmas

With some forward planning and a few clever swaps, you can serve delicious and healthy food that will keep everyone
Wellbeing

How taking regular breaks can boost focus, energy and wellbeing

Ever tried powering through a busy day without stopping, only to find your brain turns to mush by mid-afternoon?
Healthy eating
Wholegrain cracker with sliced cherry tomatoes and goats cheese

Why you should be eating more wholegrains

Filled with fibre, vitamins and minerals, wholegrains are great for our overall health, yet Aussies aren’t eating enough of them!
Kids
4 kids bounce on a trampoline

Getting kids to move more and sit less

Physical activity and movement are essential for long-term health and forming healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Kids
Children sitting with laptops, phones and tablets

How much screen time is too much?

Watching TV and playing computer games are common activities for kids but too much screen time can affect children’s health

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