September 25, 2023
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Camping at home guide: How to create a backyard or indoor campsite

Want to get away for a night or two? You don¡¯t even have to leave your house for a fun family getaway – you just have to get a little creative. Coronavirus social-distancing restrictions are being loosened gradually across Australia, but it might be a while yet before we can embark on any big family […]

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Child eco-anxiety: How to talk to kids about climate change and fires

As bushfires rage across Australia, experts warn that ¡®eco-anxiety¡¯ among children is on the rise. Here¡¯s how to help allay their fears about the planet¡¯s future. Climate change and its effects make headlines on a regular basis ¨C and that¡¯s particularly pertinent at the start of 2020 as bushfires spur debate around the effects of […]

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Cyber safety: Popular apps that could be harmful to kids and teens

Children and teens can access a bewildering number of apps, but which ones should parents be most aware of? Whether it¡¯s for gaming or communicating, kids and teens tend to be voracious users of apps ¨C and given the sheer number hitting the market, it can be hard to keep up with which ones do […]

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Is it good to have a pet? Health benefits of a family cat or dog

From dog walking to kitten cuddles and even watching fish, pet ownership brings a host of bonuses for your family¡¯s health and wellbeing. Australians own an estimated 24 million pets ¨C with about two-thirds of households living with a furry (or scaly or feathery) friend. And that¡¯s good news because not only are pets fun […]

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Coronavirus kids¡¯ birthday parties: How to celebrate during lockdown

With a little creativity, it¡¯s still possible to give your child an awesome party even if their friends aren¡¯t in the same room. A little out of the box thinking is all that is needed to throw a children¡¯s party while socially distancing and self-isolating, says event planner Jordan Weaver. In fact, she says kids¡¯ […]

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Coronavirus kids¡¯ activities: 50 creative things for children to do

Staying at home all day is no easy feat, especially for energetic kids. But a little imagination can go a long way when it comes to filling in those oh-so-long hours. With coronavirus lockdowns potentially lasting for months, even the most resourceful parent will be tested when it comes to keeping kids occupied at home. […]

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Coronavirus school closures: How to ease kids back into classroom

After weeks of school closures, kids are gradually returning to their classrooms. But parents should expect some rough patches along the way, warn experts. Aussie kids have been studying from kitchen tables or home desks for weeks, with class and teacher contact limited to online platforms and video calls. And now, after weeks of being […]

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Bedtime anxiety: How to help children get to sleep quicker and easier

Bedtime battles aren¡¯t always just a matter of your child not wanting to go to sleep¡­ it may be a red flag that something else is up. Kids and sleep often don¡¯t go hand in hand, with new research showing that 86 per cent of Australian children suffer from bedtime anxiety and sleep issues. Families […]

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Children¡¯s swimming lessons: Should kids swim in pool in winter?

Keeping up your child¡¯s swimming lessons during the cooler months will pay off in the long term, experts say. Swimming is the most popular organised after-school activity for kids, according to an Australian Sports Commission report. Yet by the time they finish primary school, up to 40 per cent of children can¡¯t swim 50 meters. […]

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Parent guide: At what age can children stay home alone in Australia?

Staying home on their own is a rite of passage for kids growing up, but how do you know if they are ready? Maybe you just want to nick down to the shops for some milk and it¡¯ll be quicker without the kids. Or perhaps your neighbour has invited you in for a cuppa, and […]

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