EDITOR’S PICKS

12 Christmas Acts Of Kindness Kids Can Do
With the help from Camp Quality we have put together 12 ideas on ways that kids can help spread some kindness during the giving season.
Vanessa Fairweather
08 December, 2021
A guide to identifying and managing polycystic ovary syndrome
An Australian doctor is urging women to remain alert for symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal condition impacting one in 10 Australian women but goes undiagnosed in 70 per cent, which can lead to serious health issues and infertility. Implement a management plan...
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08 December, 2021
The ‘Elf on a Shelf’ phenomenon
Elf on a Shelf Written by Carol Aebersold and daughter Chanda Bell (Elves adoptable about everywhere-book from $30 toys and other items from $10) “Have you ever wondered if Santa could know if you’re naughty or nice each year as you grow? For 100s of...
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08 December, 2021
Strength From Sadness
Having suffered unimaginable loss, Julie Cini now supports others experiencing the devastating effects of spinal muscular atrophy, writes Sue White. Like any proud mum, Julie Cini readily shows photos of her two daughters. Montanna and Zarlee stare out from the pictures, their blue eyes intent,...
Editor
08 December, 2021
9 ways to support your teen’s mental health as restrictions ease
Headlines about the impact of the pandemic on youth mental health have left many parents worried about their children and unsure what they can do to help. Report Marie Yap, Anthony Jorm and Mairead Cardamone-Breen. Now, as restrictions are eased – and school, home and...
Editor
08 December, 2021
31 Christmas Books Kids Love to Read
We know you love books just as much as we do, so we are excited to share with you the most cherished Christmas books as recommended by kids.
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08 December, 2021

Celebrating Mothers

what your vaginal biome can tell you about your health and pregnancy
Just don’t douche! write Naomi Strout and Mathew Leonardi. Researchers in the UK recently discovered a rapid test that checks the vaginal microbiome and can detect risks of preterm birth. Usually, tests to check the microbiome are complicated and it takes a long time to...
Editor
22 November, 2021
A simple way to improve maternal health globally
Associate Professor Joshua Vogel, Dr Meghan Bohren , Katherine EddyandRana Islamiah Zahroh, look at why Pre-eclampsia and eclampsia are dangerous disorders causing high blood pressure during pregnancy. After haemorrhage, they are the second leading direct cause of death among pregnant or recently pregnant women –...
Editor
08 November, 2021
Australia and New Zealand are among the safest countries in the world to have IVF
IVF success rates have improved significantly over the last 10 years, a new report by UNSW medical researchers has shown. The live birth rate per initiated IVF cycle in women using their own eggs has increased by 18% overall, with even steeper improvements in older...
Editor
20 October, 2021
Cost of raising a child with rare genetic disorder could be reduced by earlier diagnosis
The cost of raising a child with a rare genetic disorder was significant but the economic burden could be reduced by earlier diagnosis and targeted treatment, a new study has found. The research, led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI), supports the addition of...
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23 September, 2021