Summer Snacking for Kids

By Sarah Smith, Accredited Practising Dietitian www.baysidedietetics.com.au FB Bayside Dietetics Instagram @baysidedietetics Twitter #BaysideDietetic   When we were little, the summer holidays were spent outdoors. We’d hang with the neighbours’ kids all day and pop home for food only when… Continue Reading >

5 ways to help your child ease into the new school year

The summer holiday break is starting to look like a memory of the past as school started. Going back to school can be a challenging and exciting time. Seeing friends that we have not seen in the past few weeks,… Continue Reading >

The Role and Impact of Childcare Centres on the Gold Coast

Childcare centres on the Gold Coast play a pivotal role in supporting families by providing safe, nurturing, and educational environments for young children. This essay will explore various aspects of these childcare facilities, including their importance, types, features, benefits, and… Continue Reading >

Understanding and Nurturing Development: Key Insights into Children’s Behavior in Early Years

I have 2 children and found out that all children are different in their behaviour. They are naturally curious and test limits, especially during their early years. Children age in different ways and at different rates, and as parents, it… Continue Reading >

Off to a Great Start – Helping Autistic Children to Have a Successful Start to the Year

New year & new routines: Tips for transitioning children who need structure Preparing autistic children for a successful start to the new school year can feel daunting for parents. Whether starting school for the first time, moving to a new… Continue Reading >

How to Survive and Thrive in this Ongoing Lockdown

The Coronavirus pandemic has been exceptionally difficult for everyone and is having a huge impact on all of our lives. With half of Australian’s in lockdown at the moment, it is important that we are doing all that we can… Continue Reading >

Proactively Build Antenatal Pelvic Floor Conditioning

Pelvic floor muscle exercises have been shown to decrease the risk of urinary incontinence (leakage) during pregnancy and after birth by 62% (Woodley, 2020). Thankfully, women’s secret business is out from behind closed doors. Owing to increased openness, robust discussions… Continue Reading >

Expert Advice for Teaching your Child at Home

With uncertainty around how governments and schools are going to respond to Covid-19, many Australian parents are looking for help with preparing for a homeschooling or remote learning scenario. Experienced educator and Chief Learning Officer at Cluey Learning, Dr. Selina… Continue Reading >

Three Ways to Stay in Control of your Health

What are we without our health? Not only does good health feel great, but making your health a priority makes all your other priorities in life a little easier to manage. Think of your body as like a bank account…. Continue Reading >

Helping our Special Needs Children through COVID-19

Nobody likes big changes to their routine but some people need structure, rules and black and white concepts more than others.  This may sound very familiar if you are the parent or carer of a child with additional needs. Over… Continue Reading >