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‘Time-bomb’: Mums study reveals shock pregnancy health crisis

Researchers have warned babies are “effectively swimming around in jelly beans” as alarming new data shows obesity and diabetes in pregnant women has spiked 12 per cent across Melbourne.

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Conan Marson 7yrs, Conan was once an active, outgoing little boy, Conan Marson suddenly became paralysed from the waist down after being diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis, Brisbane - on Wednesday 3rd December 2025 - Photo Steve Pohlner

He complained of a sore back, the next day he was paralysed

Doctors cannot say if Conan Marson will walk again after sudden paralysis, but the brave seven-year-old Queensland boy refuses to give up his footy dreams.

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Murdoch Children's Research Institute Associate Professor Mihri Silva pictured with the intraoral scanner, which can build an accurate 3D model of children's teeth and spot early signs of tooth decay. Picture: Murdoch Children's Research Institute

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Does your kid hate the dentist? This AI scanner could help

New scanning technology can build a 3D model of their teeth in just a few minutes, allowing care for kids who usually refuse dental exams.

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Cancer council sunscreen for kids recalled over SPF issue

Several batches of a cancer council sunscreen for kids have been recalled, with the regulator urging consumers not to use the product.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - Advertiser Photos DECEMBER 1, 2025: Adelaide Thunderbirds Netball player Tayla Williams at Netball SA Stadium. Picture: Emma Brasier

Sport star opens up on dilemma: ‘I don’t want to have to choose’

Adelaide Thunderbirds star Tayla Williams faces a career dilemma shared by 90 per cent of elite netballers. Now, there’s a fresh plan to help them.

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Serge of storm babies at the Mater ,Mums are having babies early due to the air pressure . Kate Greedy with her newborn baby (she hasnÃt named yet ) and Remy with her newborn baby Maya Merlo . Storm Babies. Ph Stuart Sherwin 0438011226 . Picture Annette Dew

Why this explosive storm may have sparked a record baby boom

Brisbane’s catastrophic storm has triggered an extraordinary baby boom, with doctors confirming the weather phenomenon can cause waters to break and labour to begin unexpectedly.

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Brandan Triffitt, with his sons Charlie and George. Picture: Supplied by family

Father’s suicide attempts after loss of newborn twin exposes shortfall

These Mount Gambier parents have revealed their devastating struggle with grief and guilt after losing one twin at 18 hours old. Now they’re calling for better access to peri-natal mental health.

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HOLDING FOR THE COURIER MAIL - Emily and Florence 4 months Morgan . Pic Annette Dew

Miracle bub’s homecoming after remarkable 111-day fight

Premature baby Florence has defied the odds to finally go home after 111 days.

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**WEEKEND PAPERS** Mum Bridget Curran with her daughter Scotti Smith (6 months). Picture: Nigel Hallett

Inside the special palliative care unit that helps kids like Scotti

Scotti was referred to this palliative care unit at four weeks. But the focus is not on death, but about squeezing the joy out of every moment.

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Deearn Brooks in hospital awaiting an MRI scan for her daughter Aria who suffers from an enlarged tumor in the brain.

‘She would scream’: Family to sell house for toddler’s surgery

A Queensland couple face the prospect of selling their home in the search for a life-changing surgery for their 22-month-old daughter.

Stevie OReilly, born in Cairns at just 22 weeks and two days and believed to be the most premature baby in Australia ever to survive, at Perth's King Edward Memorial Hospital with Mum Bree Basille and Dad Jake O'Reilly. 14 Nov 2025 Photo: Trevor Collens/Qld Health

Baby miracle at Townsville University Hospital

A baby born in Townsville more than four months early battled multiple life-threatening conditions to become Australia’s most premature surviving infant.

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**Strict Embargo DO NOT USE. ***FEES APPLY***Please speak to Laura Charmers** QWEEKEND Jane Armitstead and her 18month old Tom at home. Photograph David Kelly

‘Three letters’: Silent intruder every pregnant woman needs to fear

While pregnant women know the consequences of soft cheese and raw meat, they’re rarely warned about a virus 30 times more common that could devastate their unborn child.

Secondary student Max McKenzie, 15, died after an allergic reaction in August 2021. Picture: Supplied

The 19-minute hospital delay before teen died from nut allergy

A Melbourne hospital missed a crucial window to potentially save the life of 15-year-old Max McKenzie, who died after suffering a severe allergic reaction, an inquest has heard.

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