emergency numbers
Clear information, practical prompts and gentle next steps.
Clear safety guidance for worried moments.
A practical health and safety hub for illness signs, emergency decisions, safe sleep, injuries, allergies and everyday prevention.
Health and safety support in the first 2000 days helps families prevent common injuries, act quickly and know when to seek help.
Emergency signsIllnessAllergiesHome safety
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Poisons
Safe sleep
First aid
Safety
Most childhood illnesses and bumps are minor.
Some symptoms need urgent action.
Parents should trust concern and seek advice early.
Why birth to 5 matters
The first 2000 days, from pregnancy to around age 5, are a powerful window for health, learning, relationships and confidence. First Years uses this idea to organise practical support without implying endorsement by NSW Health.
Read NSW Health's first 2000 days overviewWhat parents often come here for
First Years keeps the next step visible when parenting information starts to feel scattered. This page gives you a calm overview, then links you to practical guides and trusted Australian resources.
fever and serious illness signs
Clear information, practical prompts and gentle next steps.
burns, choking and poisoning
Clear information, practical prompts and gentle next steps.
allergy and asthma plans
Clear information, practical prompts and gentle next steps.
childcare safety handovers
Clear information, practical prompts and gentle next steps.
Practical anchors
- Keep emergency numbers visible.
- Use layers: supervision, safe environments, locked hazards and early help.
- Call 000 in an emergency or if a child is seriously unwell.
Trusted Australian resource base
This topic connects to resources such as healthdirect, Poisons Information Centre, Kidsafe, Red Nose, Royal Life Saving Australia, Cancer Council. First Years summaries are evidence-informed and parent-friendly, but they do not replace professional advice.
Guides for this topic
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First YearsHealth & Safety Basics36 pages
Health & Safety Basics
A clear family safety guide covering emergency decisions, fever, serious illness signs, safe sleep, burns, choking, poisoning, water, sun, car seats and home safety.
First YearsCommon Childhood Illness37 pages
Common Childhood Illness
A practical illness guide that helps parents check symptoms, support recovery at home where appropriate, and know when to call for help.
First YearsAllergies, Eczema & Asthma31 pages
Allergies, Eczema & Asthma
A safety-focused guide to reactions, eczema flare care, asthma and wheeze, action plans, childcare handovers and parent confidence.
First YearsDental & Oral Health29 pages
Dental & Oral Health
A gentle oral health guide for baby teeth, brushing battles, teething, dental visits, tooth-friendly habits and tooth injuries.