Fidget toys – what you need to know

Fidget toys have become increasingly popular, and you may have noticed ads for fidget toys popping up in your Facebook newsfeed, or in other social media channels. This may be a new concept for you, but Occupational Therapists have for… Continue Reading >

Should I be eating for 3 when pregnant with twins?

If you’re reading this, I am guessing you are pregnant with twins! Congratulations! While this is a super exciting time, you may also be feeling a little overwhelmed and wondering ‘what should I be eating when pregnant with twins?’ Well,… Continue Reading >

The Importance of Nutritional Supplements for Children

The supplement world has changed dramatically over the past 30 years. With increases in funding supporting research in all areas of nutritional repletion and correction, children have not missed out in the race to understand the relevance of their nutritional… Continue Reading >

8 Simple Ways to Increase Your Families Mental Health

From the Team at Suicide Prevention Pathways   Ahead of Queensland Mental Health Week (9-17 October) and the Walk For Awareness presented by Tessa Group, we worked with the team at Suicide Prevention Pathways to share their learnings and insights… Continue Reading >

Physical literacy – what is that? And why does my child need it?

By Laura Sereno, BK’s Gymnastics Program Manager   If you’ve heard the term ‘physical literacy’ recently there’s good reason why – it’s becoming part of the lingo in many fields including PE, physiotherapy and gymnastic too, as we learn more… Continue Reading >

Covid-19 Lockdown & Increase Alcohol Consumption | Dr Erin Lalor | Ep 61

It is common that when people find themselves in stressful situations they tend to increase alcohol consumption as a coping mechanism. COVID-19 has been no exception. Recently the Alcohol and Drug Foundation launched a community health initiative ‘You haven’t been… Continue Reading >

Domestic Violence at this Time of Self Quarantine due to COVID-19

How likely that at this time of self quarantine due to the Coronavirus pandemic that there will be an increase in Domestic Violence? Domestic violence has always been an issue in Australia and around the world, unfortunately the rate of… Continue Reading >

How to gently decrease milk reliance and increase family foods

By Simone Emery As a children’s nutritionist, Simone Emery works with parents to navigate the infamous fussy eating years of childhood. Today, she shares her best tips on how to wean your child off their dependence on milk and increase family foods…. Continue Reading >

Food and Fertility: What should you eat (and NOT eat) when trying to conceive

You’ve been trying to conceive, but you’re not pregnant yet. You might be starting to wonder how you can increase your chances of falling pregnant. Perhaps you’re wondering what’s wrong with your body (or even blaming your partner’s body). But… Continue Reading >