Tips for having kids at a wedding
I’d always loved the idea of having children at my wedding.
In primary school, I was a flower girl at my cousin’s wedding and it...
Fairy Mary still making magic after 20 years
It was over a casual catch up with a friend over 20 years ago when the idea was born for children’s entertainer Mary XXX’s...
Kelly’s keeping it ‘green’
There’s a certain ‘green’ theme in Glen Iris author and illustrator Kelly Mrocki’s children’s books.
Her recently published third book, ‘Ew Yuck’, encourages children...
Time to bin junk food advertising
Children are exposed to almost 3000 ads for junk food every year on their way to and from school, according to a new study.
The...
Study uncovers possible link between breastfeeding and BMI
A new study by Deakin University researchers has identified a fascinating link between babies who are breastfed beyond six months and body mass index...
Waste not, want not
Families and residents in the City of Boroondara will be able to put food waste and garden waste in the same bin.
The new weekly...
C-section has ’minimal impact’ on likelihood of childhood allergies
Babies born via caesarean were no more likely to develop allergies than babies born vaginally, a study by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI)...
Heartwarming viral trend emerging in Melbourne neighbourhoods
In difficult times, you can trust Melburnians to rally together.
It might be a simple idea, but houses all over Melbourne have started putting teddy...
Long term vision for starting school
“Where are they going to school?”
If you’re a parent, this question might be all-too familiar.
Especially for those with daughters, places in girls’ schools are...
Art studio’s the perfect meeting spot for mums
ak traditions has an inspiring studio that’s the perfect meeting spot for friends and local mums to come and enjoy a catch up together...
Protecting your child’s dental health
For parents everywhere, their child’s wellbeing is paramount.
Caring for your children's teeth is a very important element of their overall health.
Parents should be...
Five ways to bring out the best in your child these school holidays Five...
Busy primary school and high school parents understand how tricky (and time consuming) it can be finding and fitting in term activities for their children.
What’s the...
