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Girls wearning skirt as part of the school uniform

Girls’ school uniforms – let them wear shorts and pants

Research shows that girls wearing dresses to school directly results in girls doing less physical activity. Are we prioritising tradition and gender norms over the needs of school girls? Largely we are, and it's time we acknowledge that this needs to change.

By Dr Amanda Mergler|Monday, 19th June 2017|Leave a reply

7 important reasons a child needs outside play

There's an expanding body of research which links time in nature to better health and childhood development. Here are some ways to sprinkle our lives with nature experiences ...

By Dr Dimity Williams|Friday, 26th May 2017|3 Replies

Why it is OK for your child to be different

Allowing your children to be uniquely and beautifully different is understanding that what you see as negative behaviours can also be valuable in the right context.

By Rowdy McLean|Friday, 24th March 2017|2 Replies

Schoolgirl crying on background of classmates bullying her

Protect against bullying with communication and social skills

As parents, we would not wish for our children to become either a bully or a victim of bullying. So what can we do to avoid this?

By Susanna Hatcher|Friday, 17th March 2017|1 Reply

4 ways to help a child overcome fear

Gently encourage your child to face situations they find difficult rather than trying to protect them from it. By making use of these strategies, you can equip your child to embrace life's challenges ...

By Professor Jennie Hudson|Friday, 10th March 2017|Leave a reply

Child eating hot chips and tomato sauce after swimming

How to influence the food culture of your school or sports club

Frustrated mums often ask me how they can influence the food culture at their school or sports club tuckshop to have a positive impact on their kids. Here are some tips for influencing the food culture at your school or sports club ...

By Kate Wengier|Thursday, 2nd March 2017|Leave a reply

Tired boy falling asleep at school because he is not getting enough sleep at night

How to adjust your child’s sleep pattern in time for school

A proper sleep routine can make the first week back to school a lot easier on parents and children. Here are some tips to make your kids sleep well for school.

By The Bub Hub Crew|Thursday, 12th January 2017|1 Reply

No distraction is worth a child’s life

A ringing door bell, an oven timer, a phone ringing, changing a nappy … have all lead to a child losing their life in a backyard swimming pool. Here's what you can do to help make sure it doesn't happen again ...

By The Bub Hub Crew|Thursday, 22nd December 2016|Leave a reply

How to encourage children to eat healthy food

6 tips for raising an adventurous eater

From social media feeds filled with animal shaped sandwiches to the best sugar-free cookie recipes, knowing what to feed your children can be overwhelming. Here are 6 tips for raising kids who will enjoy a variety of healthy food ...

By Kate Wengier|Wednesday, 30th November 2016|3 Replies

Talking to children about sex – an age-appropriate guide

Sex education is one of those things we know we need to do but aren't quite sure what we're supposed to talk about. What exactly are we supposed to talk about and when?

By Cath Hakanson|Thursday, 15th September 2016|Leave a reply