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Your 8-month Maternal & Child Health appointment
Handout information

Please find below the handout information for your MCH appointment, which can also be found on the Victorian Government's Better Health Channel.

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Dental Health

Dental Health is very important. Our gums play a crucial role in protecting the bone that supports our teeth. The best way to keep gums healthy is regular toothbrushing. As soon as a baby's first tooth appears, families can brush gently with small soft bristle toothbrush or wipe teeth and gums with a damp, clean face washer. Even before teeth appear, you can get babies ready for toothbrushing by wiping the gums. Please watch this great video on how to brush your baby’s teeth.

Baby teeth are important! 0-12 months287 KB

The following video is available in 19 languages.

Further Information

Additional City of Yarra programs and services can be found below:

Immunisation
Use our free drop-in immunisation service. See what vaccines are available and what to bring. Find clinic locations, session times and information for children.
Playgroups
For babies, toddlers and preschool children, as well as their carers. Playgroups are a place to play, talk, share ideas and connect with community.
Parenting information and support services
At our parenting information sessions, we provide you with a range of information and practical tools to help you on your parenting journey.
Storytimes and kids programs
Yarra Libraries supports early literacy development through the delivery of preschool programs, including Storytime, Babytime and Rhymetime.
Family Support
Find programs and services if your child has additional needs. See parenting programs, book financial counselling, get family violence help, join parent groups.
Childcare
Our childcare centres offer long day care, occasional care and kindergarten programs.
Other supports

For all general information about babies, young children and parenting, the Raising Children Network is the best place to start.

If you need to talk to an MCH nurse before your next appointment, please call the state-wide MCH line on 13 22 29, available twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week, or visit your GP if you have concerns about your child’s health.

Maternal & Child Health Feedback

Our service's continued improvement would not be possible without your feedback. We invite you to complete our feedback form. You are also welcome to contact us directly by email; [email protected] or by phone; 0392055599 and ask to speak with a Team Leader.