After two years in lockdowns, children are getting used to being in the classroom and around their peers again, which can cause anxiety. How can we spot the early signs of mental health before they become a more serious issue?
By Associate Professor Dr Sandy Hopper You devoured all the pregnancy books, worked out a birth plan, installed a baby capsule in the car and finally got the nursery set up – you are ready for your firstborn! But… Continue Reading >
By Dr Sandy Hopper What most parents remember about the hazy, first days of having a newborn is not just the incredible feeling of love for their new baby, but the seemingly endless sleepless nights; those 2 am feeds… Continue Reading >
With the increase in media covering the topic, let’s debunk the myths surrounding hand foot and mouth disease and put worried parents at ease.
We are proud to support Red Nose Australia to help keep kids safe! Kids Doc On Call was founded with the mission to ensure all Australian children have access to care no matter where they are located in Australia. Since… Continue Reading >
Spring is a beautiful time of year, but with the blooming flowers and sunnier days comes hayfever season. There are approximately 4.5 million Australians who suffer from rhinitis, which causes runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes, as well… Continue Reading >
Raising a teenager is not easy. And to make it worse, lockdowns and COVID have put that task on steroids! When your child starts moving into the teen years their world is thrown upside down; their body suddenly changes, they… Continue Reading >
By Dr Sandy Hopper Let’s not sugar coat it; a pandemic is scary and even more so for children exposed to negative headlines throughout social media. There’s no doubt COVID is slowly making its way through our community, but… Continue Reading >
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