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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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)
Webinars and Videos

Responsive feeding: Video series

A responsive feeding video series to promote the use of positive parenting techniques and support parents to use responsive settling strategies in their own home. The series consists of the following videos: 'Developing independence', 'Breastfeeding and bottle feeding (0-6 months)', 'Baby's first foods'. and 'Enjoying meal times'.
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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)
Webinars and Videos

Responsive feeding: Baby’s first food

A 5 minute video that discusses how to know whether your baby is developmentally ready for their first food.
Webinars and Videos

Introduction of solids – Apunipima Health Council

A 6 minute video explaining when and what foods to introduce to baby. Developed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities by Apunipima Health Council
Webinars and Videos

Introduction to solids

A short video that discusses introducing solids in alignment with the 2012 infant feeding guideline. This discusses when, what and how to introduce foods.
Factsheets

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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Healthy behaviours

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

Healthy eating
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What happens to your body when you eat more vegetables?

Does eating more vegetables really make a difference to your health? Learn what happens over days, weeks and years.
Physical activity
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Low-cost ways to stay active when you feel sluggish

Feeling low on energy can make movement feel like a chore. Get practical tips on how to remain consistent when
Healthy eating
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3 important questions about type 2 diabetes answered

More than 1 million Australians are living with type 2 diabetes, yet misconceptions about the condition remain widespread.
Healthy eating
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How to build a healthy snack when you’re time poor 

When your day is busy and meals feel rushed, having some go-to healthy snacks can make a real difference.
Physical activity

How cardio and muscle strengthening activities work together for a healthier heart

Your heart is your body's hardest worker. It’s a powerful muscle about the size of your clenched fist that keeps
Healthy eating
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Smart pantry cooking: Healthy meals using canned, frozen and long-life foods 

A well-stocked pantry has always been a quiet ally in the kitchen, but in times when fresh produce can fluctuate

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