Tag Archives: child safety

Watching your tween step into independence is a proud moment… and a slightly terrifying one too.

One minute they’re needing you for everything, the next they’re wanting more freedom, more space, more “I’ve got this, Mum/Dad.”

The question is: how do you let go just enough to help them grow… without letting go too far?

This article breaks down simple, real-world ways to guide your tween into independence with confidence, trust, and safety still firmly in place. From small first freedoms to honest conversations and healthy check-ins, it’s all about raising capable kids—without the constant worry.

Read more to find that balance every parent is searching for.

We baby-proof our homes.
We watch them near water.
We do everything to keep them safe…
But what about the moment something goes wrong?
CPR training is one of the most important things you can do as a parent—yet most of us put it off.
This is your reminder.

They’re everywhere right now…
⚡ The whirr of e-scooters racing down suburban streets.

For kids and teens they feel like freedom, speed and fun.

But behind the excitement, Australian hospitals are seeing a sharp rise in serious injuries, many involving children under 16.

From dopamine-driven thrill seeking and peer pressure to night-time crashes and head injuries, there are risks many parents simply don’t realise.

Before your child jumps on an e-scooter, this article explains the psychology, the safety risks, and the simple steps parents can take to protect their kids.

Because these devices aren’t toys — they’re motorised vehicles.

👉 Read the full article now.

Accidents happen in the blink of an eye. Would you know what to do if your child was choking, had a seizure, or got a serious burn? 🚑💙 Every second counts in an emergency, and learning first aid could mean the difference between panic and action. Equip yourself with the skills that could save a life! Read our essential guide now.

After my Sunrise interview this morning which just touched on some of the basics of child safety, I wanted to share with parents, more in-depth advice on how to help keep your kids safe but NOT scared when talking about… Continue Reading >

Homeowners urged to check their pool and spa barriers as toddler drowning rates spike to a 4 year high   Kidsafe today launched their annual ‘Safe Barriers Save Lives’ campaign, calling on all homeowners to ‘help save a life’ by… Continue Reading >

  Talking to children about body privacy, body safety & physical abuse is definitely the most confronting, uncomfortable subject for parents & carers to discuss. Naturally it’s uncomfortable for children also. It’s our role as parents, grandparents, carers to educate… Continue Reading >

As anyone who has accidentally sworn in from of a 4-year-old knows, children soak up enormous amount of knowledge during early childhood. While the early childhood phase is often recognised as an important time to embed literacy and numeracy skills, it… Continue Reading >

As parents, our best intentions to keep our children safe are sometimes thwarted by unexpected circumstances. Being prepared for the unexpected is easier than it sounds. It mostly means setting things up so your child is automatically protected when things… Continue Reading >

Every parent wants to provide their children with the best opportunity to build a positive life. We live in a first world country that protects our children with strict child safe and compulsory minimum quality standards. All in all, Australian parents… Continue Reading >