Gardening for children
Gardening is a healthy, fun, physical activity for children, especially when they grow an edible garden. Children can develop new skills and learn about science, nature and the environment from growing their own food. Make sure your edible garden ... [... more]
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Eating tips for children (2) - young toddlers
The second year is an exciting and busy time for children as they begin to explore life independently. For parents, this is the time to teach your child to eat with the family and try a wide variety of foods and tastes. After 12 months of age, ... [... more]
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Eating tips for children (5) - primary school
The early and middle primary school years are ones of slow and steady physical growth. A healthy approach to eating and activity rather than a strict diet is recommended for all children. School age is the perfect time for children to learn about ... [... more]
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Drinks for children - easy read
After 6 months of age babies can have water from a cup. Sit your baby up to drink from a cup. [... more]
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Snacks for children - easy read
Children need a range of healthy foods to grow, learn and play. Children under 4 can choke on foods such as apple, carrot, nuts and lollies. Food for child care, kindy, school, home and outings. [... more]
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Physical activity for children
Exercise is good for growing children as well as for adults. It keeps muscles stronger, increases flexibility and makes them feel better, as well as making it easier to maintain a healthy weight. Exercise is also a good stress reliever. If a ... [... more]
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Shoes for children
Parents are often concerned about the best kinds of shoes for children, when they should start wearing shoes and what things to be aware of. This topic answers some common questions. In the first 5-6 years, choose shoes carefully. It is better to ... [... more]
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Eating tips for children (1) - babies
The first year of your baby's life is exciting and eventful, as dramatic changes in growth and eating patterns occur. Moving from breast or formula feeding to a diet that includes solids is important for nutrition and development. Babies grow ... [... more]
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Safety for children... all about
Keep babies, children and toddlers safe with planning and information. Learn about first aid and what to do in an emergency. Safety in the playground, on the road, around water and at home is important. If kids suffer burns, bites or conditions ... [... more]
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Best Start services for children
Best Start aims to improve the health, development and well-being of all children across Victoria from before birth through transition to school. Best Start is a Victorian government strategy that aims to improve the health, development, learning ... [... more]
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Domestic violence - tips for children
If you live in a home where there is a lot of violence, it can be very upsetting and frightening. Violence in the home is always wrong and it's never your fault. These tips might help you learn more about how to stay safe, what to do, types of ... [... more]
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Water safety for children
Around 8 Victorian children under the age of five years drown every year. Parents can reduce the risks by supervising their child around water, teaching them to swim and taking precautions to reduce the risk of drowning around the home. Drowning ... [... more]
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