How brain ‘rewiring’ can treat cerebral palsy
It was thought treating children with a common physical disability couldn’t start until they were toddlers. Now new Victorian research shows the earlier, the better.
Parenting
Body of evidence: Social media poisoning teenagers’ self-image
Nearly half of Australian high school children have skipped school due to poor body image and the majority of them report that social media fuelled their insecurity.
New push to save kids from toxic social media
Australian children are facing an unprecedented health crisis. Now, experts and parents are calling for change. Sign our petition.
Dirty tricks used to trap Aussie teens
As parents of lost teens like Jessica Cleland call for change, social media’s “like” button is being blamed for mental health disorders — and there is an even darker side preying on our kids.
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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.
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?
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