Heel prick test to start screening babies for new condition
The test which screens babies for genetic conditions by pricking their heel to get a tiny sample of blood will now be able to check for a new condition.
Parenting
‘Truly blessed’: Miracle team helps tiniest newborns get home for Christmas
The tiny Christmas miracles at Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital NICU have met Santa for the first time, while their parents navigate the emotional rollercoaster of their unexpected early arrival.
‘I was spiralling, overwhelmed’: Aussie mum’s ADHD journey
Rebecca Boyd has revealed how she tackled her neurodivergent journey as a young mum, and shares her tips to coping at stressful times, including the festive season.
How doctors saved my little boy after drowning
When Melina Pereira pulled her boy’s blue body from the family’s pool, she feared the worst. What happened next, even his doctor has described as a miracle.
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‘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.
How to give your child (and you) a good night’s sleep
Not getting enough sleep can cause all sorts of health issues – for you and your growing children, preparation and environment are key to getting it right.
Gen Z’s bizarre phone phobia habit revealed
The apparent inability for Generation Z to complete one old school phone action has become a growing frustration for countless parents. See what’s causing the chaos and how to fix it.
Land of the Giants: Why Aussie kids are getting taller
Aussie youngsters are getting taller, new data shows. But why are today’s kids on average taller than their parents and grandparents, and will future generations keep growing?
Childcare sugar shame: Kids fed up to 16 teaspoons a day
An investigation into menus at a number of childcare centres has found that some include up to 16 teaspoons of sugar a day. See five typical menus and their sugar content.
Should parents be entitled to a burnout retreat?
It’s time to take a time out
How studying baby poo could help kids’ mental health
From a scientist studying babies’ poo to another looking at how a brain can be repaired in a person with MS – meet some of Australia’s most inspiring women.
Kids get AFL mouthguard that can detect bad head knocks
Aussie kids are getting access to a new mouthguard that can detect head knocks which AFL stars use, as experts call for contact sport to be restricted to children over age 14.
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