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Parenting is hard - and most of us are simply doing the best we can, in order to be "good-enough".
Yes, we've all been there. Whether it's an acquaintance, a random person in a shop or a beloved grandparent, all kids have moments of not wanting to provide a requested high five, cuddle or kiss.
Yes, they drive you crazy…then you love them…then they drive you crazy again, but there's no doubt toddlers are awesome.
Lift-the-flap books –popular with parents and children alike – may hinder toddlers from learning new words, researchers have found.
An adorable video has emerged of a three-year-old boy covered in makeup and placing the blame on his big sister.
While most six-month-old babies are happy to be cursing the furniture, Parks Bryant has already taken to water and has just been named the world's youngest wakeboarder.
The mother of the two-year-old boy left fighting for his life after he was bitten by one of the world's most deadly snakes three weeks ago has given a heartbreaking update on the toddler's progress.
A two-year-old who has a large red birthmark on her face was completely prepared to deal with the reactions of other kids on her first day of preschool.
The books make it seem easy. You start toilet training, and within a few weeks, your child is no longer wearing nappies. In reality, things don't always go as planned.
From the clever to the strange, we've found a selection of products to help you toilet train your toddler.
There's something about toilet humour and 3-year-olds - at an age where they're learning about the human body, this topic is an endless source of comedy. If your little one is captivated by bums, farts and wee, check out some of these books.
When Jack Chapman and his family sat down for dinner at a local restaurant they didn't realise the meal would end with a five hour visit to hospital.
Children who refuse to eat certain things (or in some cases, most things) can cause concern for parents who want to ensure their little ones are getting the nutrition they need in their growing bodies.
Two year-old who had battery lodged in throat for a week died from "catastrophic" bleed.
A 15-month-old boy is in a north Queensland hospital battling meningococcal disease.
A young child has died from meningococcal disease in Western Australia, the Health Department reports.
Parents are spending millions of dollars on cough and cold medicines that could be harming their young children, a survey has found.
If you're feeling guilty about giving your little one the iPad so you can have a few moments' peace/do the laundry/catch up on some work - here's some welcome news.
Colourful kids spaces don’t only look great, but can assist in learning and behaviour, too.
These books make a great idea for baby showers, christenings, naming days, and early birthdays too.
Even one-year-olds can be very exploratory, experimental and creative.
Is it responsible parenting, or is this baby being subjected to unnecessary distress? That's the question dividing viewers of a video showing a six-month-old girl fending for herself in a swimming pool after being enticed to fall into the water.
A French dad has captured his 3-month-old daughter, June, in a series that shows her in outfits of different professions in order to show the possibilities ahead of her. The dad, Malo, says that he, his wife and a few friends work quickly to avoid tiring the baby out.
It's a long overdue move for kids and parents alike.
Bring the simplicity and functionality of Scandinavian design into your nursery or kids' room.
We're a bit thrilled with the new mealtime sets from Love Mae for spring/summer 2016.
Saman Shad's six-month-old son was on childcare waitlists since well before he was born, but none of them have a place for him next year.
A judge sentenced a former daycare worker to nearly three years in prison for her role in what prosecutors called a "baby fight club".
Culturally, we often think mothers have nannies because they can, not because they actually need them.
There are growing calls for the Federal Government to regulate the mushrooming au pair industry to protect both au pairs and their host families.
Patricia Rosas has a second job as a cook on Saturdays to supplement her salary as an early childhood educator.
The cost of childcare to the bulk of NSW families could actually increase after the government's multi-million dollar funding boost to the early childhood sector, industry sources say.