Is Your Child’s Asthma Being Managed Effectively?
Respiratory conditions in young children can be very serious and frightening. I’m sure I don’t have to describe how scary it is waking to the sound of your child struggling to breathe in the middle of the night. My middle son was around 2 years old when he had his first episode of severe breathing […]
Are You Making Your Child An Emotional Eater?
After having two fairly good eaters, I struggle with my third child who has always been a bit fussier. What I consider a “grazer” by nature, she is constantly demanding snacks but getting through dinner is a challenge. I acquiesce to many of her snack demands as I figure it is good as long as […]
To The Mum Who Feels Exhausted And Pushed To Her Limits
In collaboration with Private Healthcare Australia Scroll down for your chance to win $2,000! 2017 would have to go down as one of my busiest and extreme years to date. I feel like I am still in recovery as I type this and wonder how I survived it at all. I often sit and watch […]
Could Your Child Have Sensory Processing Disorder?
I’ve always known my children had sensory issues – after all everyone has sensory aversions and preferences. However, it wasn’t until an OT did a formal assessment on my nine year old son, diagnosing him with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) that I realised the full impact this condition can have on a child’s everyday functioning. […]
What’s That Rash? 5 Common Illnesses Every Parent Needs To Know
Rashes are a common occurrence in kids. From simple heat rash or nappy rash to more serious skin conditions like eczema, no kid gets through childhood rash-free. However, there are some more notable rashes that are caused by viruses and bacterial infections that all parents should be aware of. Here are 5 to keep an […]
When Does Your Child Need To See A Podiatrist?
As a parent, you’re probably finely tuned to your child’s health. You’ll notice almost anything that’s slightly different in your child, but sometimes, when it comes to their foot health, you simply aren’t sure if there is a problem or if they’re just growing normally. As podiatrists in Sydney, we know that it’s not always […]
Did You Take Your Child Out Of Their Booster Seat Too Soon?
The age of seven is a huge milestone in my house, because that’s when you no longer need a booster seat and you are allowed to sit in the front seat. Of course, my rookie error here was that now with two children qualifying for this esteemed privilege, daily fights over who called ‘shot gun’ […]
What The Research Says About Supplying Your Teen With Alcohol
Drinking is very much a part of the Australian culture. Beers at BBQs, champagne to celebrate, G&Ts on a girls’ night out. We drink at restaurants, pubs, parties and even at sporting events. For many it is a key element of our social interactions, as well as a way to unwind at home. Children see […]
What I Wish I’d Asked Our Doctor About ADHD Medication
ADHD is already a diagnosis surrounded by stigma and misconceptions. Making the decision to medicate your child is extremely hard. As parents we want the best for our child but it can be so hard to know exactly what “the best” is. Medicating my son wasn’t a decision I made lightly, but I confess I […]
Alarming News For Parents Affecting One Quarter Of Our Teenage Girls
Alarming news has come from the UK for parents of teenage girls, although for many it will come as no surprise. A new study has found 24 per cent of girls aged 14 suffer from depression, with only one in 10 boys reporting the same. The results are from the University of Liverpool and University […]