Testing time for baby sleep
A study of more than 2000 parents of babies aged 3-18 months highlights the benefits and safety of behavioural sleep interventions (BSIs) – as difficult they […]
Is climate change affecting parent choices?
New research is asking whether Australian women consider the world a safe and promising place for children and the next generation to flourish. The national study […]
How screentime affects baby’s nighttime
Increased exposure to TV and touchscreens can have a significant impact on infants’ sleep, a major new study has found. With screen time on the rise […]
Breastfeeding goes high-tech with apps
Mobile phone apps are increasingly being used to support breastfeeding decisions – sometimes at a cost, a Flinders University study indicates. The objective approach of most […]
Stay-at-home dads call for change
Dads make an important contribution when they stay at home as primary caregiver for their children – but they continue to face major social hurdles and […]
New insights into vaccination debate
Governments wielding a ‘big stick’ for compliance is unlikely to solve the problem of making parents vaccinate their children. Flinders University and research colleagues are investigating […]