‘Literally a crime’: Kid’s name panned
A daycare worker has shared one child’s name that is so bizarre, the girl’s grandmother refused to use it.
Parenting
‘Embarrassing’: Newborn baby name banned
A couple had their baby’s name rejected by a court over concerns it would case “future embarrassment to the child”.
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.
Needle prick horror at Aussie school
An Aussie primary school has written to parents assuring them they are remaining “vigilant” after a young girl was pricked while picking up a discarded needle on the school grounds.
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