Maternal and child health visit 7: 12 months old

All family members are welcome at your maternal and child health (MCH) appointments. Please remember to bring your green book and nappy bag!

24-hour MCH line: Call 13 22 29 to talk with a qualified MCH nurse. In an emergency, call triple zero (000). More on who to call in a crisis.

What happens at my 12-month visit?

At your 12-month visit, your family and MCH nurse will cover: 

  • A physical, growth and developmental check for your baby, including the PEDS-R questionnaire. 
  • Feeding and solids, safe sleeping recommendations, sleep area and immunisations. 
  • How to take care of teeth. 
  • How you and your family are feeling, and where to find support if needed. 
  • Where to find more information. Links below. 

Next visit: 18 months old.

Please note there is no video recording or photography at MCH appointments.

More information: Maternal and child health - visit 7 - twelve month visit

Council support for parents

More links and support

Your MCH nurse may share some of these evidence-based resources and support services during your appointment. 

You'll also find more resources in your green book. 

MCH line (13 22 29) 

A 24-hour maternal and child health (MCH) phone line where you can talk to a qualified maternal and child health nurse about any concerns. 

Playgroup Victoria

Find a playgroup near you or start your own.

Resources for looking after your baby

Raising Children Network : toddlers, tantrums, fussy eating, teeth, fitness, sleep

Toddlers development

Toddlers behaviour

Toddlers connecting and communicating

Toddler tantrums: why they happen and how to deal with them

Toddlers nutrition and fitness

Fussy eating in children: what to do

Dental health and dental care for toddlers

Toddlers health and daily care

Responsive settling: 6-18 months

Better Health Channel : toddler development, tantrums, eating, weaning, sleep

Child development – 1-2 years

Tantrums

Eating tips for young toddlers

Toddlers and fussy eating

Baby care - weaning

Typical sleep behaviour – toddlers 1-2 years

Sleep concerns – toddlers 1-3 years

Allergy and Anaphylaxis Australia : food ideas, allergic reactions

Family foods

Feeding your baby

Food ideas and recipes

Allergic reactions

Royal Children's Hospital : Year 1 food guide, teeth, sleep, safety

Guide to foods: Baby’s first year

Kids Health Info: Dental care

Kids Health Info: Sleep problems - babies and toddlers

Kids Health Info: Safety: Around the home

Red Nose : sleep (12 months+), sleeping bags, comforters, toys

12 months and beyond

Safe sleeping bags: Keeping your baby cozy and protected while they sleep

Soft toys and comforters in infant care: Are they safe for babies?

Kids Safe Victoria : choking hazards, button batteries, sports, play, driveways

Button batteries

Choke check safety tool

Sports and play 

Driveway safety

Baby safety guide

Child car restraints

Water safety

 

Resources for looking after yourself

Royal Women's Hospital : pelvic floor

Pelvic floor exercises 

Australian Breastfeeding Association : pumping at work, toddlers, weaning, helpline

Breastfeeding your toddler

Pumping at work - what do I need?

Weaning your toddler or child

Breastfeeding helpline

Raising Children Network : self care, return to work

Parents: looking after yourself

Returning to work after having a baby

 

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