Brutal reality facing premmie babies just got even harder
Premature babies born as late as 37 weeks face even more difficulties later in life than many had first thought.
Parenting
Outrage over X-rated shops near school
“If they ask ‘What’s that shop, Mummy?’, what should I say?” asked a concerned parent, who is demanding the southwestern Sydney adult-only shops to shut.
‘Serious risk’: Outrage over new school
Plans for a new school on the outskirts of a major Australian city have been met with formal opposition from thousands of community members.
Popular toy recalled over choking fears
A common baby toy gift set sold across Target stores all over Australia has been recalled due to a potentially fatal issue in one of the plastic items.
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Health status of young Australians revealed
Teenagers’ rate of physical exercise and vegetable intake is alarmingly low. See the biggest health issues young Aussies are facing and tips to improve their wellbeing.
Unlikely way to solve big problem for Aussie kids
One in four Aussie school-aged kids are overweight. Here’s what could be the key to helping them get active and eat healthier food.
The best foods for babies, what to avoid
Eight in ten babies and toddlers are not eating enough vegetables. See the foods to embrace – and what you need to cut out.
Aussie kids spending too much time on screens
Aussie toddlers are spending longer than they should on electronic devices, which is impeding their development. See tips on how to get your kids more active.
How a ‘readymoon’ can prepare would-be parents for a baby
Many couples trying for a baby don’t realise how much planning and patience is needed but experts say a “readymoon” can help them prepare for the big event.
‘Every child should have the right to access these services’
One in 700 Australian is children born with cerebral palsy and experts say access to early intervention therapies can be life-changing, even for babies as young as two months old.
Elyse Knowles on self-care, sleep and the challenges of motherhood
‘Doing the food shopping alone is a treat’
Massive surge in accidental ADHD overdoses
Young children at high risk of severe reactions to newer ADHD medications as accidental poisonings soar.
Research shows a third of new mums diet to lose weight
The pressure to bounce back is real
‘Very hard’: Jana Pittman reveals personal battle
Australian Olympian Jana Pittman has opened up about a new personal struggle and what she’s doing to cope.
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