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...
An old-school family dinner that still earns its place on the table Tuna pasta bake may not be fancy, but that’s part of its charm. It’s warm, filling, kid-friendly and made mostly from pantry and freezer staples. For families watching the grocery budget, it’s also a...
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....
All it takes is paint and pancakes, report Goutam Roy and Shukla Sikder Parents of young children will be aware of the need to encourage early reading and maths skills in their kids. They know it’s important to make time to read with their children. Or...
Australia’s under-16 social media ban has only been in place since December 2025, but families are already feeling the impact. For some, it’s brought relief and clearer rules. For others, it’s complicated how kids connect — and how parents enforce the limits. A circuit-breaker for family conflict...
Baby carriers are a daily essential for many families, helping parents keep babies close while managing busy life with little ones. But child safety advocates are warning that many parents may not realise there are currently no mandatory national safety standards for baby carriers sold...
Parents are hearing louder calls to limit kids’ screen time, especially with platforms like TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube under scrutiny. But new Australian research suggests the answer may not be as simple as “less is best.”...
Australian children appear to be growing up with far fewer moles than kids did in the early 1990s — a promising sign for future melanoma risk. Researchers David Duffy and Nick Martin say the shift may reflect decades of sun-smart messaging, but it’s also a reminder...
Music is a wonderful addition to your baby’s life from the earliest days, writes Emily Dollman. If your baby lights up at children’s songs but you’re quietly losing patience with the same tinkly tunes on repeat, you’re not alone. The good news? Babies don’t need “baby...
