Rachael Sharman, writes that she remembers visiting a friend with three young boys at the end of a particularly busy school holiday period. Her youngest moped into the kitchen whining “Muuuuuuummmm”. My friend responded with a sharp, exasperated, “WHAT!?”...
A free classroom mystery game teaches Year 6 and 7 students how to recognise allergic reactions, reduce food allergy risks and support classmates....
Packing a school lunch without disposable wrappers does not have to involve expensive containers or a complete kitchen overhaul. A few reusable basics can cut down waste, save money over time and make lunchbox packing easier....
No child loves being corrected. But when feedback is calm, clear and respectful, it can help children learn, persist and understand that mistakes are part of growing up — not proof they have failed....
And how much dairy do they actually need? asks Nick Fuller If you follow child nutrition content on social media, you’re bound to be confused when it comes to giving your kids milk. Some influencers claim you should avoid milk at all costs, for fear it...
Fruit and vegetables contain important vitamins, minerals and fibre. These support overall wellbeing and reduce the risk of illnesses, such as heart disease and some cancers. Canned are usually cheaper and longer-lasting than fresh produce....
Kids are surrounded by junk food marketing everywhere — from cartoons on cereal boxes to sponsorships on their favourite sports team. It's easy to feel like you're failing every time you cave at the checkout. But the truth is, you're up against a marketing machine...
Parents know how easily coughs, colds and other infections can move through a household after a child picks up a bug at childcare or school. This puts babies with older siblings at greater risk of serious infectious illness, especially while their immune systems are still...
When we seal our homes to keep heat in, we also capture moisture and allergens, affecting the air we breathe, writes Rebecca Bentley. Here’s a few simple ways to fix it Across Australia, we’re shutting windows, blocking draughts and turning up the heater: our homes are...
Toy Story 5 is the latest instalment of the film franchise addresses a dilemma many parents face: what happens to playtime when children become obsessed with screens?...
