Tag Archives: research

Starting school is a big step for any child. Add food allergies to the mix, and it can make parents feel extremely anxious. However, remember there are hundreds of children who attend school with allergies successfully with no incidents. Managing allergies at school… Continue Reading >

By Dr. Harvey Karp   Not getting enough ZZZs does more than make us groggy and grouchy—it greatly impacts our physical and mental health…and our ability to parent. Whether you’ve got an infant snoozing in a cot at your bedside—or… Continue Reading >

To separate twins and multiples at school or not is one of the biggest decisions multiple birth parents face when their children start school.   Obviously in some cases the decision is taken out of your hands, such as if the… Continue Reading >

Curious about plant-based eating? It’s World Vegan Day on Wednesday 1 November so what better time to up the veggies and see what all this plant power is about. If you’re not sure where to start, or how to make sure you… Continue Reading >

Dr Jane Williams and Dr Tessa Grigg In the past few years there have been lots of media articles warning us about the escalating numbers of children who are inactive, overweight and risk long-term health problems. Furthermore, children who are… Continue Reading >

It’s that time of year again. Father’s Day has crept up and with it comes the age-old question of what to get dad. If you’re stuck and are looking to treat him to a different experience, a fun family outdoor… Continue Reading >

With families feeling a pinch in their wallets due to the rising costs of living, it’s more important than ever to find ways to save money. One such method that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years is… Continue Reading >

Did you know that there is not yet a Safety Standard in Australia for learning towers? This means that it is vital for those purchasing a learning tower to be aware of the quality and make of the tower. It… Continue Reading >

Dr Jane Williams and Dr Tessa Grigg The research on the development of your child’s vision and the regular use of small screens and mobile devices is now very clear… Professor Molina, an Optometrist who lectures in Clinical Optometry,(Molina, 2018)… Continue Reading >

There are a number of different types of Muscular Dystrophies. Most of the research into exercise and neuromuscular conditions has focused on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Becker Muscular Dystrophy. This factsheet provides a general overview of benefits for neuromuscular conditions…. Continue Reading >