Kidspot Moments
How to avoid overeating when you’ve had no sleep
Does another terrible night’s sleep leave you craving junk food all day? Nutritionist Susie Burrell has some excellent advice.
Why you should get to know their friend’s parents
How do parents find out what they need to know about other people’s homes in order to know whether they should send their children there for a play-date?
What to eat in your third trimester, according to a nutritionist
You’re almost at your due date but there’s never been a more important time to fuel your with the right foods.
7 physio tips to treat sore neck and shoulders
Physio tips for when childcare has become a right pain in the neck.
Is your child being bullied? How to spot the signs.
Bullying hurts. If your child is being bullied, these are the signs you don’t want to miss.
The 4 best exercises to keep your boobs perky
It happens to the best of us - children or no children. BUT there are some things you can do to stop the dreaded droop.
Funny but true: 10 old wives’ tales about pregnancy
From the slightly weird to the downright wacky, are any of them true?
Put your kids to work these holidays
HERE are five pocket money rules you can put in place today to begin training your kids in money management.
5 things to avoid when creating a baby name
Want to be all unusual or unique when it comes to choosing a name for your baby? Here are some ideas and why you should avoid them!
Kitchen cures for 8 types of pain
But before you reach for over-the-counter pain relief, you may be surprised to know that you could have the perfect cure for your pain problem in your kitchen.
5 ways to simplify your school morning
Five simple ways to make school mornings possible (and somewhat enjoyable).
5 ways to get great Santa photos
Tips to get that perfect Santa photo — instead of one of your screaming child sitting on some stranger’s lap!
What your early childhood nurse wants you to know about baby food in pouches
Jane Barry explains the pros of cons of pouch food and why they are so popular for busy parents.
Could your pregnancy diet affect your baby’s health?
Sure cravings are a part of pregnancy … but could that tenth serve of chicken and chips be doing more harm for your unborn child than you realise?
Can my baby feel us having sex?
Ever wondered if your baby can feel/hear/comprehend your sexual exploits while in your womb? Well then, let’s talk about sex. It can be an odd topic during pregnancy, but here’s some food for thought.
Single-sex or co-ed schooling? Which is best?
Trying to get to the bottom of which type of schooling is truly ‘better’ opens a huge can of worms for many parents. Here are some important things to consider when deciding on a school for your child.
5 baby products that are surprisingly good for adults
Mums are notorious for giving up things for their kids. No doubt your shopping habits have changed, but here are five products that you and baby can share.
Formula ‘worse for babies than alcohol-tinged breastmilk’
THE Australian Breastfeeding Association is warning that new mums are giving up breastfeeding so they can drink alcohol ... with disappointing outcomes for their bubs.
Why kids aged under 14 don’t need homework
Homework: as a parent do you love or loathe it? Parenting psychologist Justin Coulson says there are no good reasons for it at all.
How to cope with a disappointing birth
When you birth experience doesn’t go to plan it can be upsetting, but here are some ways to cope with the disappointment and start moving on.
Does it matter which hand your child uses to write?
Research shows that around 30 per cent of five-year-olds start school uncertain in which hand they hold a pencil — up from 10 per cent a decade ago. Why is this happening and does it matter?
Parent-teacher meetings: A teacher’s straight-talking guide
Want to know what the best things to ask in a parent-teacher interview are? Then who better to ask than a teacher. Here are the things to consider before you arrive.
8 things to do in the winter school holidays
It’s cold outside and there’s nowhere to swim. What’s a good Aussie kid to do? Here are eight things you can do with your kids these winter school holidays.
No smacking the kids … doctors orders!
Since our politicians aren’t taking a stand against smacking, Australia’s doctors are stepping up to the plate.
Losing their religion: What parents can do when children stop believing
When teens question their family’s faith it can be an understandable source of conflict. Dr Justin Coulson explains what parents can do when kids stop believing.
How to fight fevers in kids
Worried about how to treat fevers for your baby or toddler? Here are some stress-free tips.