Nutrition related links
The Dietitian's Association of Australia (DAA) is a professional member organisation and the largest nutrition focused organisation in the country. The DAA has over 2000 members, the majority of whom are Accredited Practising Dietitians (APD's). APD's make a commitment to keep up-to-date and to maintaining high practice standards. The DAA website has information on finding a private practice Dietitian.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) is an organisation interested in the promotion and protection of breast feeding. The ABA's members include breastfeeding mothers, doctors, lactation consultants and midwives. The ABA is recognised as a source of up to date information for parents and health professionals alike.
The Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Nutrition Department at RCH have collaborated on a number of projects. The 'What's there to Eat?' resource has a number of nutrition tip sheets that are able to be downloaded for both parents and health professionals.
A Victorian Government initiative regonising the importance of increasing physical activity levels, healthy eating and promoting stronger communities to combat the rising prevalence of obesity in all age groups.
The most common childhood disease is dental cavities - easily preventable. The Australian Dental Association (ADA) is an organisation that encourages the health of the public whilst promoting dentistry. Information on this web site relates to appropriate dental health and practices for young children.
- British Broadcasting Commision (UK Site)
The BBC website includes nutrition information on a number of areas including throughout the lifecycle, disease prevention and general healthy nutrition. Be aware that as this is a UK site, some of the information is not applicable for Australian children.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (USA site)
The CDC website contains information on a vast number of topics including many aspects of children's health. Be aware that some information is not relevant to Australian Children. The CDC growth charts are also available to download from this site.