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Sector Alert - ACCC Ban on Baby Bottle Self‑Feeding Devices - 27th May 2026
A permanent national ban on baby bottle self‑feeding devices is now in effect due to significant risks of choking, aspiration and suffocation. These products enable infants to feed without active adult supervision, which presents an unacceptable safety risk. It is now illegal in Australia to manufacture, supply, advertise, or possess these devices. Please click below to read full ACCC press release
Webinar | 26 May, 1 pm AEST All In for Growing Deadly Brains — Webinar | 26 May, 1 pm AEST - 19th May 2026
Webinar | 26 May, 1 pm AEST
The MCaFHNA Board is delighted to announce that following an extensive recruitment process, Karen Gates has been appointed as our inaugural Executive Officer. MCaFHNA inaugural Executive Officer appointment - 06th May 2026
The MCaFHNA Board is delighted to announce that following an extensive recruitment process, Karen Gates has been appointed as our inaugural Executive Officer.
MCaFHNA Member Research - 30th April 2026
The KIND study – Knowledge and Insight from Child and Family Health Nurses working with families experiencing disadvantage
MCaFHNA 2027 Conference, May 6-8, Adelaide Convention Centre Save the Date: MCaFHNA Conference 2027 - 11th November 2025
MCaFHNA 2027 Conference, May 6-8, Adelaide Convention Centre
The FIFO New Parents Guide is now live! - 13th August 2025
Thank you to every single one of you who contributed to this Advisory Group - I am eternally grateful for your insights and volunteering your time for this guide.
iHV launches new film to raise awareness of Fathers’ Mental Health - 25th June 2025
Studies show that many new dads feel ignored and left-out by services, which may mean they don’t ask for help when they’re struggling. With at least 1 in 10 men experiencing mental health problems around the time of birth, and suicide remaining the leading cause of death in men under 50, there can be unique opportunities for midwives, health visitors and other healthcare professionals to identify any concerns and offer timely support.
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay up to date with what's going on our membership group. You can update your membership details and also receive notifications about important event reminders, latest news and more. Visit the Mobile App page (under Membership) to find out more. Download our New Mobile App - 22nd November 2024
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay up to date with what's going on our membership group. You can update your membership details and also receive notifications about important event reminders, latest news and more. Visit the Mobile App page (under Membership) to find out more.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association's Community Protection for Infants and Young Children in Bushfire Emergencies Project (ABA Bushfire Project) was initiated in response to the lack of support for families with babies and toddlers in Australian disasters. Funded by the Australian Government, the project team undertook research focusing on experiences of families with young children during the Black Summer Bushfires, to identify the necessary support and resources to improve emergency assi The Australian Breastfeeding Association's Community Protection for Infants and Young Children in Bushfire Emergencies Project (ABA Bushfire Project) - 08th October 2024
The Australian Breastfeeding Association's Community Protection for Infants and Young Children in Bushfire Emergencies Project (ABA Bushfire Project) was initiated in response to the lack of support for families with babies and toddlers in Australian disasters. Funded by the Australian Government, the project team undertook research focusing on experiences of families with young children during the Black Summer Bushfires, to identify the necessary support and resources to improve emergency assi
Please click the link below to download an updated copy of the Baby Brain Growth: And how we can grow together eBook, as presented at the MCaFHNA conference. Updated: Baby Brain Growth eBook - 08th October 2024
Please click the link below to download an updated copy of the Baby Brain Growth: And how we can grow together eBook, as presented at the MCaFHNA conference.


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