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Toddler Behaviour
Why does my child only act up for me?
First things first, this is actually a good thing! No really, stick with us. It’s actually very normal for babies to be little angels for everyone else and then scream, cry, winge, refuse to nap or eat and just generally...
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Signs & Symptoms
Understanding your child’s fevers
Fever is incredibly common in children. Having an understanding of why children (and adults) can develop a fever is important. There are many myths about fever, the number one being that a fever is the actual illness. Fever is not the illness, it is the body’s natural response when we get an infection (eg. a virus or bacteria). Our bodies are incredibly smart. Many viruses and bacteria cannot survive in a ‘hot’ environment, so our...
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Preschooler Development
The difference between rewards and bribes
Before figuring out whether it’s ok to use rewards or bribes, you should have a clear understanding of what they mean. Many times parents believe rewarding and bribing are the same and apply the same...
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Signs & Symptoms
Crush injuries/amputations
Children are quick. Quick at being in the way, quick to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, but sometimes not quick enough to move their fingers out of the way of the fast-closing car doors, sliding doors or other objects that can trap their little fingers. Children up to the age of six are most likely to injure their fingers at home, while children 6-14 years of age will more commonly injure...
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Allergies & Intolerances
Anaphylaxis and allergy
Having a child diagnosed with a potentially severe allergy can be scary. It is important however to understand that you’re not alone and there are some great resources and support available. Kids can be allergic to a wide range of things; including medicine, foods, insect stings, latex, pollen and dust mites. Common allergy-causing foods include: Sesame Peanut Tree nuts Cow’s milk Soy Shellfish Egg Fish Wheat It is important to be able to recognise the...
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Signs & Symptoms
Hand Foot & Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness in children and is usually mild. That being said, its appearance can still alarm parents and children, and it can cause quite a bit of discomfort. The most common symptoms of HFMD include: High temperature (fever) – Sore throat – Small, blister-like lesions that may occur on the inside of the mouth, sides of the tongue, palms of the hands, fingers, soles of the feet and...
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Signs & Symptoms
Asthma first aid
In Australia, one in 10 children have asthma. This is one of the highest of rates of childhood asthma in the world. More than just a wheeze, asthma is a chronic condition that causes the breathing tubes (airways) to become inflamed and constricted. This causes difficulty breathing. It is also very important to understand that asthma can range from mild to severe, and can be a life-threatening condition. This is why it is so important...
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At-home Activities
When I grow up… Kiindred X Biostime Nutrition
This is a paid partnership between Kiindred and Biostime Nutrition. We might already be ‘grown up’, but for our children the possibilities are endless! As parents, our role is to nurture our kids and let them know that they really can do or be anything they want to be. By teaching them confidence, leadership and resilience, we can pioneer the next generation of thinkers, doers, creators and leaders. But, we’re parents too and so we...
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Nutrition Tips
5 simple tips to boost your child’s immunity through nutrition
When the chilly weather rolls in and flu season looms, many parents are concerned about their little one’s immune system. Although exposure to some of these bugs can strengthen immunity and build resistance, a healthy immune system is essential for fighting disease. The trick to a truly healthy immune system is maintaining a balanced lifestyle and diet, starting from childhood. We are born with an immature immune system and begin life with a borrowed type...
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At-home Activities
Dinosaur fossils for budding explorers
This activity will bring lots of joy to your little one who loves exploring and playing with the different Dinos! Your toddler can be involved in this activity from the start to finish by helping you make...
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Home
The launchpad: create little helpers early on
Once your little one starts daycare or preschool, they are going to have a lot of things to remember each day i.e their bag, water bottle, hat and shoes. Having a ‘Launchpad’ is a great way to keep everything...
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Self Care
Teaching your little one self-care
The buzz sound self-care is big. From your favourite PJ set to the candles lighting up your weekly bubble bath, we know that taking care of yourself is important. And while your little one might not need...
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At-home Activities
When is it safe to get a trampoline?
Trampolines provide a lot of joy to kids and can entertain (and tire them out) for hours. As soon as you see the delight on their face you’ll know it was a great choice to get one...
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Development Tips
How to choose the right school shoes
It’s that time of the year when the overwhelm of getting kids organised for the school year kicks in. As a parent of a school-aged child, I put my hand up, I understand the dilemma of sourcing the ‘right’ gear to ensure my child has the best opportunity to thrive in class, the playground and on the sporting field. And with the basic shoe-drobe consisting of school shoes, running shoes and any other sports-specific variations...
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Recipes
Pear and oat bars
These Pear Oat Bars are packed with fibre to help you feeling fuller for longer. But my favourite part? The sweet aroma of pear and cinnamon filling my home when I pull them out of the oven. The only downside is having to wait for them to cool down before digging in!
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