Injury and poisonings are the leading cause of death and a major cause of disability among all Australian children. For every child that dies from injury, many more are admitted to hospital for treatment, and others are treated in the emergency departments Each year in Australia, nearly 4000 children are hospitalised because of poisoning. It … Read more
Baby carriers are incredibly handy for busy new parents. Carriers let you keep your baby snug and close while getting on with this all encompassing ‘job’ called parenting. They also keep your arms free whilst out and about with your little one. Choosing a baby carrier can be hard, especially considering the range of types … Read more
Size Guide This size chart is to be used as a guide only. If the child’s height and/or weight cross over more than one row on the table, we suggest you purchase the larger size. Baby – Toddler Size Guide (0-2 years) Child’s weight Child’s Height Childs’s age Childs’s Size 2kg -3kg 45cm – 47cm … Read more
Massaging your baby is a wonderful way for you both to relax and to help create a beautiful, loving and trusting bond If you haven’t tried it already, give it a go. And a massage with organic essential oils is great for promoting sleep, relieving colic and the gentle contact encourages an environment of comfort … Read more
“Help me to do it myself”: how to help children who want to do things for themselves By Paulene Ricardson, an Early Childhood and Montessori specialist From the moment of birth, your child began their journey toward independence. As a parent, you rejoiced when your child reached important milestones. The first time they rolled over, … Read more
THREE BIG BENEFITS TO FAMILY MEALS Whether it’s breakfast, dinner or even lunchtime, sharing meals can be a fun and rewarding experience for the whole family. Family meals provide an opportunity for family members to come together and strengthen ties. Developing these relationships also allows children to trust and depend on their caregivers for support. … Read more
5 TIPS TO GET KIDS TO EAT Getting children to sit and finish their meals can be a stressful daily challenge. Experts often suggest incorporating ‘fun’ into mealtimes, but figuring out how to achieve this can be daunting – especially when you’re busy planning and preparing healthy meals. Here are our top 5 tips to … Read more
Thankfully, it is possible to reduce the road toll. It is possible to record zero deaths for passengers under seven years of age travelling in vehicles. We have experienced this in Victoria a number of times in the last decade. Although this positive news is very encouraging, we do need to use it as a … Read more
Ten ‘Selfish’ Reasons To Breastfeed You’ve heard the horror stories of mastitis and of the difficult first weeks of trying to establish a steady milk supply. You know mothers who never found breastfeeding easy. And you’re really not looking forward to painful, cracked nipples at any time. Yet the proof is seemingly irrefutable – breastfeeding … Read more
We all know that breast is best, but sometimes its doesn’t matter how much you persist, your baby just won’t latch! So which bottle is best for your baby? Just because your baby won’t feed from the breast doesn’t always mean that you can’t ‘breast milk feed’. it is not uncommon for to find that … Read more