The internet is full of information, but not all of it is reliable. Below is a curated list of trusted, expert-backed resources from international health organisations, paediatric associations and public health services. These websites can help parents find practical, reassuring guidance on baby care, child development, safety and family wellbeing.
WHO Child Health & Development provides high-level, evidence-based guidance on how to promote healthy growth and development, prevent common childhood illnesses and reduce avoidable child deaths. Parents can use this as a global reference for core topics like vaccination, nutrition, hygiene and nurturing care principles that are recognised worldwide.
UNICEF Parenting brings together tips, articles and expert insights to help parents support their children from pregnancy right through early childhood. The content is written in simple language and covers bonding, early learning, emotional wellbeing, discipline and safety, making it a great starting point for parents who want trusted advice without medical jargon.
For parents in Malaysia, UNICEF Parenting Resources (Malaysia) offers locally relevant materials created in collaboration with global partners. These resources emphasise positive parenting, stress management, nurturing care and child protection, and can be especially helpful for families looking for guidance that fits regional realities and challenges.
The UK National Health Service’s Baby section provides clear, practical information on caring for a baby in the first year of life, including feeding, sleep, vaccinations, common illnesses and when to seek help. It also links to focused pages on caring for a newborn, soothing crying, nappy changes and reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), making it a very useful day-to-day reference for new parents.
HealthyChildren.org is the official parenting website of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Articles are written and reviewed by paediatricians and cover everything from baby feeding, sleep and safety to vaccines, development and family mental health. The dedicated baby section helps parents understand what to expect in the first year and how to support healthy growth with advice grounded in paediatric best practice.
The AAP’s Well-Child Visit Schedule explains the recommended timeline of check-ups from birth through adolescence, including screening tests, growth monitoring and routine vaccinations. This is useful for parents who want to understand why these visits are important and what topics to discuss with their child’s doctor at each stage.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers Positive Parenting Tips organised by age group. These pages give simple, practical suggestions on how to support your child’s development, encourage good behaviour, keep them safe from common hazards and recognise possible developmental delays. It’s a good complement to medical sites, focusing more on everyday parenting and safety.
Health for Under 5s is an NHS-funded website aimed at parents and carers from pregnancy up to school age. It covers early childhood health, common illnesses, emotional wellbeing, communication, and practical issues like feeding, sleep and toilet training. The content is written in a friendly, reassuring tone and can help parents understand what is normal, what needs attention and how to access further support.