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Why you should spend money on holidays instead of toys

If you look at all of the toys your children have, how many do they still use an…

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Is it safe to use sunscreen on babies? The new sun protectio…

Is it safe for babies under six months to wear sunscreen? Can they have sun expo…

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The deal with dummies

Our expert helps you decide if it's a good idea to use with your child.

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Class acts: Activities for your toddler

There are plenty of classes and activities out there to keep your child entertai…

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Why craft in preschool is a waste of time

Too much emphasis is being placed on the “product” rather than the "process"

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Why using a sticker charts is a bad idea

And what to do instead.

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Advice

Two reasons why you shouldn't 'walk' your baby

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How having kids affects your life expectancy

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Top tips on working out while pregnant

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Children sucking their thumb isn't as bad as you think

There's a positive side-effect.

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Playdough and other fun things to make

Try these great recipes for some good, old-fashioned messy fun by Belinda Butler…

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Feed the family without being a short-order cook

Avoid slaving away in the kitchen with these tips.

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5 Best Pregnancy Xtend Barre Exercises

Say goodbye to extreme sports and hello to surprisingly effective (and gentle) p…

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Cyber Safety for Kids: What clueless parents should teach th…

Online predators are just a click away. Get clued up with these cyber safety for…

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Holy Comet Tails! 3 Astronomy Facts To Wow Your Kids

Can’t remember the order of the planets or spot the Southern Cross for your life…

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Top tips to get your kids singing, dancing and learning

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Millionaire mum of five shares her top tip for success

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Tried and Tested: Xbox One S

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Learning is fun for toddlers

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Three simple activities to improve your baby's brainpower

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How to introduce games into the home

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Why we should stop distracting toddlers

And what to do instead.

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Mums furious over '50 things mothers aren’t teaching their k…

'Totally sexist article but also a bit out of date. Who darns socks?'

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Playing with Barbies is bad for girls, claims researchers

More bad news for the iconic doll.

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The best family waterparks around Oz

Stay cool at one of these parks.

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Monopoly launches helpline to resolve family arguments

It's the cause of many family fights.

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How to stay healthy when flying

Because long haul flights take a toll on our immune systems

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Is it okay to take your kids out of school for a holiday?

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Fun outings and activities for the whole family

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Family-friendly holiday destinations

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