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Iron is one of the most important nutrients for your baby’s growth and development—yet many parents worry about whether their little ones are getting enough. Let’s break it all down into simple, practical advice (with meal ideas!) so you can feed your baby with confidence. Why Iron Matters Iron is a superhero mineral that helps make haemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen around the body. It also plays a vital role in brain development, energy production, and immune function¹. While babies are born with some iron stores passed on from mum, these stores start running low around six months of...

Is your little one having trouble pooping? Constipation is common in babies starting solids, but there are gentle, natural ways to help. From fibre-rich foods to prune juice and tummy massage, this guide breaks down safe remedies backed by Australian health guidelines.

Starting solids is one of those big parenting milestones that can feel both exciting and completely overwhelming. One minute your baby is happily slurping down milk, the next you’re trying to figure out the difference between textured and very textured, how to introduce allergens, and whether it’s too soon for finger foods. The good news? You don’t need to have it all figured out from day one. Building a balanced feeding plan is all about taking small, confident steps.  Guided by your baby’s cues and developmental stage. Let’s break down what each stage looks like, what to focus on, and...

When we think of feeding babies and toddlers, we often focus on what they eat—iron-rich ingredients, allergen exposure, getting enough veggies in. But mealtime is also a crucial opportunity for babies to build their motor skills—you know, all those tiny movements that lead to big milestones. So let’s talk about how every squish, scoop, and sticky-fingered reach is part of their development journey. 🖐 What Are Motor Skills? Motor skills are the movements and actions of the muscles. They’re split into two main types: Gross motor skills: Larger movements like sitting, crawling, and reaching Fine motor skills: Smaller, more precise...