Many parents want social media platforms to do more to keep children safe online. But when safety tools involve scanning private messages, the question becomes more complicated: where does protection end and surveillance begin?...
They should be regular, reports Shane Rogers, not just a one‑off. Students’ mental health is one of the biggest challenges facing schools. In Australia, half of all adult mental health challenges emerge before the age of 14. It is also estimated that more than 50% of children...
We studied the bacteria on kids’ sports mouthguards. The amount can lead to bacterial buildup and potential health risks, report researchers Huseyin Sumer, Bita Zaferanloo and Vito Butardo Jr. Many young Australians are beginning their winter sports season, gearing up for sports such as football, hockey...
New research suggests it can also help mental health, reports Fotini Vasilopoulos, Pretend play is a significant and often magical part of childhood. Children have huge imaginations and use these to turn rocks into spaceships, tables into forts or pens into fairies. They might pretend to be...
Not every celebration needs a birthday cake or a big guest list. From school wins to first jobs—and even lost teeth—everyday milestones can become meaningful family moments if you choose to mark them. Why small celebrations matter In busy family life, it’s easy to save celebrations for...
Family laundry has a way of multiplying overnight. From school uniforms and sports gear to mystery stains, missing socks and towels that never seem to dry, the washing basket can feel endless. A few smart systems can make the job quicker, cheaper and less stressful. Make...
New safety standards will help, but stay vigilant, advises Yang Xiang. On a quiet suburban street, a modern Australian home wakes before its owners do. The lights turn on automatically, the thermostat adjusts to a comfortable temperature, and the coffee machine begins brewing. A doorbell camera watches...
Researchers, Kelly Garton and Boyd Swinburn report that ultra-processed foods are specifically engineered to be irresistible — using flavour, texture, packaging and marketing tactics that encourage us (and especially children) to keep eating...
A viral parenting trend says 21 minutes a day can help parents reconnect with their children. The idea is simple, but experts say the real value is presence — not a perfect formula....
Feeling overwhelmed, wired or exhausted? asks Amy Loughman. Here’s what people mean when they say the nervous system is overloaded — and simple ways to help the body and mind settle. You might have heard people talking about their nervous system being “overloaded” or “dysregulated”...
