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Sugary snacks for kids need ‘better labelling’
There’s a new renewed push for better labelling of toddler products with added sugar, with health experts saying parents are being duped into buying...
New app to give young people better access to mental health resources
A new mobile app will make mental health help more easily accessibly for young people around the country.
Kids Helpline has launched the ‘niggle by...
Two thirds of bassinets fail CHOICE’s safety tests
Two in three bassinets sold in Australia failed safety tests conducted by leading consumer advocacy group CHOICE.
Many parents purchase bassinets for their child to...
Timely reminder to check pool safety barriers and gates
Families with spas and pools are being urged to check their barriers and gates in the lead-up to summer.
The Kidsafe campaign reminds parents now...
New tool for passengers to avoid babies or toddlers on Japan Airlines flights
A new booking feature on the Japan Airlines website shows travellers where young children are seated on some flights, allowing passengers to avoid being...
What dads do and why it matters so much – Steve Biddulph
In the last few days of my father’s life, I stayed in the hospital to be near him and we had many great talks.
One...
Getting organised for kids sports
Weekend or extra curricular sport can be busy, stressful and exhausting.
Get to the game and you’ve forgotten the mouthguard. Or while preparing to go...
Local program for women with gestational diabetes
Women in Melbourne’s east and southeast are benefiting from a unique five-week program aimed at helping postpartum mums who have experienced gestational diabetes.
The Women...
Why early orthodontic treatment is important
Did you know your child should have their first orthodontic appointment by the age of seven?
Many parents mistakenly believe their child needs to lose...
A gardening festival for the family
Whether you have a tiny balcony garden, a sprawling backyard jungle, or you dig all things green, Spring into Gardening is the perfect event...
Renown Kinder part of Stonnington’s social fabric
Nestled next to Grosvenor Street parkland sits 99-year-old Renown Kindergarten.
Opening its doors in 1920, Renown is an integral part of Stonnington’s social fabric.
The surrounding...
Returning to running post baby
By Lucy Glasson, Senior Physiotherapist consulting at Fitwise Physiotherapy’s East Melbourne practice
So, you have just had a baby and are about to put on...
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‘He’s the reason I sought that help’
Becoming a mum was the push Penny Moodie needed to take a step forward in controlling her OCD.
In her book The Joy Thief, the...
