Like many readers, I have noticed a significant rise in grocery prices for our family. One particular afternoon, I was expecting an online grocery delivery. We missed the truck with school pickup. When we arrived home, I only saw a small number of bags by the door.

This International Plasma Awareness Week (6–10 October), Australian parents are being encouraged to consider plasma donation—a powerful way to support children living with chronic and life-threatening medical conditions.

Digital overload is at an all-time high. With many negative effects on brain development and our children’s nervous systems. It is important that we make informed decisions about our children’s digital exposure across their day

Every child develops at their own pace—but sometimes, differences in communication, movement, play or sensory processing can suggest a child may benefit from additional support. At OTFC (Occupational Therapy for Children), the team regularly works with families who are navigating this path for the first time.