The first 2000 days of a child's life begin before they are born. This podcast focuses on increasing knowledge, care and support for families over this time.

Episode 1: Preconception healthcare: Before the beginning - with Dr Terri-Lynne South and Dr Shelley Wilkinson

Learn about the time before pregnancy, known as preconception. How does health and environment impact reproductive health? Learn about how health care staff can support future parents to improve their well being.

Episode 2: Navigating medical antenatal care - with Dr Kirstin Millard and Kieran Froese

Supporting a safe and informed pregnancy journey before birth. The long term health of the baby and mother within pregnancy and beyond with a focus on:

- shared models of care, 

- medical tests, 

- birth plans 

- preventative care

Episode 3: Staying Strong: Physical health during pregnancy - with Dr Susan de Jersey and Kassia Beetham

Having a healthy pregnancy for mothers and being well.

Episode 4: Supporting new mums: Shared care after birth - with Dr Dale Garred and Emma Shipton

Moving back to main care as a new mum. 

Episode 5: Growing strong: Infant health in the first 12 months  - with Dr Mairaed Crawford and Brigitte Corcoran

Talking about topics such as:

- breastfeeding,

- sleep

- physical milestones

- 'well baby checks'

Episode 6: Healing and thriving as a new mum - with Melissa Billiau and Dr Sarah Thomas

The health and well being of new mums, such as physical and mental health.

Episode 7: Toddler and pre-school years: Growing up healthy- with Dr Nicole White and Dr Jennifer Deacon

Growth milestones and early action is important. How does health staff watch growth, support prevention care and concerns. Timely support to promote healthy growth and development for toddlers before preschool.

Episode 8: Smiles and sounds: Toddler oral health and speech development - with Stephen Moore and Kym Dunston

Key stages of speech and mouth and jaw milestones from 12 months to school age.

Episode 9: Fuelling toddler growth in our communities - with Fiona Nave and Leonie Trembath

The diet for children aged 12 months to school age, focused on healthy growth and development.