Cathy Watson swore that she would never deflect her children’s questions, but lately they have become increasingly complicated. I think I am a victim of deflective parenting. As a child, I found it hard to understand why, at times, my mother sometimes looked tired and absent...
School holidays are here—and while the promise of slower mornings and no lunchboxes is sweet, keeping kids entertained (and screen time under control!) can be a challenge, especially if the weather turns grey. Whether you’re staying local or just looking to make the most of time...
—and which confectionery giant refused to participate. Stephanie Perkiss reports With the Easter weekend now around the corner, the sixth edition of the global Chocolate Scorecard has just been released. This is an annual initiative produced by Be Slavery Free, in collaboration with two Australian universities and a...
Here’s what to know about these popular garments, reports Rebecca Van Amber, as not all synthetic fibres are equally flammable. Last year, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) issued at least nine recall notices on products that didn’t comply with the mandatory standard for...
The reaction of the public to Adolescence reveals a broader social anxiety about boys, sex and the digital world, reports Alexandra James, Andrea Waling and Lily Moor. News feeds have been flooded with reactions to Adolescence, Netflix’s newest viral hit. Released in March, the limited series racked up...
New research shows exercising as a family boosts teens’ physical and mental wellbeing Movement is medicine – especially when it’s shared From a kick in the park to weekend bike rides, new research from the University of South Australia highlights a simple but powerful truth: teens who...
A powerful new Netflix documentary is sparking conversation among families across Australia, shining a spotlight on the growing world of kidfluencers—children who share their lives on social media, often with massive followings and brand deals. But while their online fame may seem glamorous, Australian teens...
This Mother's Day, a growing number of businesses and domestic violence survivors across Australia are coming together to support mums who are doing it tough. Shifting the Spotlight from Gifts to Giving The Mums Giveback campaign, led by Melbourne mum and Meke Baby founder Elysia Krstevski, is...
How to Enjoy Easter Chocolate Without Wrecking Your Kids’ Teeth Expert dental tips from the Australian Dental Association to keep little smiles healthy this Easter Easter Fun Doesn’t Have to Mean a Sugar Overload Dentists aren’t here to take the fun out of Easter—they just want to help...
Sarah Jefferson advises how to help your child return to school after a long illness, new diagnosis or an accident It is very common for children to have a day or two away from school due to illness. But children can also miss much longer...
