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At home
go home. He or she will be involved in following your baby’s development
from birth to school age. They will carry out basic health checks for
growth, developmental milestones and may be involved in organising
immunisations. Your MHN is a source of information on promoting health,
home safety and parenting skills and you will find that they may also be
available for home visits and at baby clinics.
If your baby comes home on oxygen or becomes unwell, you should
enquire at your maternal centre if a MHN can visit your home, especially if
you live in cooler areas and baby comes home in the winter period.
General Practitioner (GP)
This is the local doctor that you should register your baby with. Your GP
is there for any type of health-related problem and can make referrals to
other specialised health professionals. It is essential to register your baby
with a GP in the catchment area of your home address.
Practice Nurse
You may see a nurse at your GP’s surgery or if you go to your local health
centre. Practice Nurses may be involved in your baby’s immunisations.
Parenting Services
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If you have problems with sleeping, settling, bonding
or any other concerns, ask your GP or MHN about
sleep schools or parenting schools. It can also be
helpful to call your state’s Maternal and Child
Health Line or Parent Line. In Victoria, you
should call 132 229, and for other States, see
www.raisingchildren.net.au
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For a comprehensive list of services please see
Referral Organisations section on the Life’s Little
Treasures Website – www.lifeslittletreasures.org.au
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