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...
You could be at risk of measles, write Archana Koirala and Kristine Macartney. Here’s how to ensure you’re protected. On March 26 NSW Health issued an alert advising people to be vigilant for signs of measles after an infectious person visited Sydney Airport and two locations...
Chocolate is drooled over as the “food of the gods”, but here are some facts and chemistry you might not know, including the dog question, report by Julia Cleghorn and Mick Moylan By name and by nature, chocolate is worshipped the world over. But what is...
Liz Sturgiss gives an overview of the symptoms to look out for in school-aged children. As a GP and mum to two boys, I have many experiences of trying to navigate the school morning when my boys aren’t feeling well. It always seems to happen on...
New research highlights risks of bedtime bottle feeding for little teeth and tummies Parents want the best for their little ones, but a common bedtime habit could be putting their health at risk. New Australian research has found that bottle feeding toddlers to sleep is linked...
This program equips parents and caregivers with tools and strategies for supporting their child with a disability. Immediate Help for Families Facing Long Wait Times Families of children with disability struggling with long wait times for diagnosis and support now have access to Stepping Stones Triple P...
How you react to disability reveals a lot about you writes Arianne Ryecroft, a mother of three with two children living with disabilities. Our 10-year-old son, Xavier*, was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) at the age of five. Four months later,...
From mealtime battles to wins: Karina Savage looks at tackling fussy-eating kids (without the guilt!) What is fussy eating? Fussy eating is actually a normal part of toddler development. It is an “umbrella term” for a broad range of eating characteristics. This could include food selectivity (avoiding...
There are big conversations parents need to have to empower their children to be safe in the digital world. Why the Show Is Causing Concern Netflix’s new crime drama Adolescence has sparked anxiety among parents and child protection experts. The series follows 13-year-old Jamie Miller, who is...
It's ‘Literally just child gambling’, write researchers Taylor Hardwick and Marcus Carter Roblox is one of the world’s most popular online platforms for children, offering a variety of “experiences” including games and virtual spaces. Most of the experiences are free, but they offer upgrades, bonuses and...
