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'He has gastro but that's okay, right?': sick kid etiquette
We cannot place all children who are sick in a bubble till they recover, but we can give other parents a choice about exposing their kids to them.
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Working out without worry: tips for using a gym creche
Thinking of joining a gym but unsure about leaving your baby in the care of the crèche? Read a mum's story and five tips for a smooth transition.
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'Who's looking after the children?' The answer may be uncomfortable
'This is people's welfare, and lives, and in every way an issue of deep equality and fairness that has to be addressed.'
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If you can't afford to pay a nanny minimum wage, you can't afford a nanny
I know of a young woman who was engaged by a family in a harbourside Sydney suburb to care for their 8-month-old baby. She was paid $15 per hour.
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Playing with fire: the childcare centres exposing children to risk
Instead of shielding children from all potential hazards, a growing number of childcare centres are encouraging what is known as "risky play".
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The questions you should ask every babysitter
Leaving your kids for the first time with a babysitter can be a little nerve-wracking, but it doesn't need to be.
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Why I didn't cry when I dropped my baby off at daycare
Jessica was plagued by mummy guilt before returning to work. Here's how she got over it.
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How to prevent daycare germs coming home
Stop those dreaded daycare germs in their track!
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How parents can help their young children develop healthy social skills
Encouraging good social skill development benefits your young child throughout their life.
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Why early childhood experts are worried about the rise of 'online preschools'
There's cause for concern about the rise of online preschools.
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Parenting is different to teaching - and children need both
To suggest that because we are parents we are able to perform the exact same educational role as someone with a university degree is ludicrous. It is a fundamental misunderstanding of education.
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Lack of childcare chatter risks kids' language development
Some childcare centres are failing to nurture kids' language development, a study has found.
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