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- Carer Support For The ‘Sandwich Generation’ When you’re taking care of elderly parents and children or grandchildren at the same time, it’s important to remember there’s carer support available and sometimes you need to put yourself first. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/mental-health/carer-support
- Managing the mental load of family life Feeling stressed and overwhelmed by family life? Here’s how to set boundaries – and still keep things running efficiently. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/mental-health/mental-load-family-life
- Study Stress: How To Support Your Kids With Exams The number of teenagers experiencing study stress is on the rise. Here are some tips to help you support your child’s mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/study-stress-kids-teenagers
- 4 fatigue fighters for sleepless nights Feeling sluggish, sleepy or worn out from a bad night’s sleep? Revive your flagging energy with these instant pick-me-ups. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/four-fatigue-fighters-for-sleepless-nights
- How to navigate big changes for young kids Children have experienced a lot of disruption to their daily lives. Knowing how to talk to kids about how they feel and giving them tools to cope can help them get through the tough times. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/netball/navigating-change-for-young-kids
- How to keep your kids connected and happy during social distancing Children have experienced a lot of disruption to their daily lives. Knowing how to talk to kids about how they feel and giving them tools to cope can help them get through the tough times. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/netball/keeping-kids-connected
- First aid basics we should all know Accidents happen. Do you know how to help someone who’s injured? Learn how. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/giving-back/first-aid-basics-we-should-all-know
- Why you should learn CPR In just 15 minutes you can learn skills that could save a life. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/giving-back/why-you-should-learn-cpr
- Food allergies in babies: the latest approach Hydration is important to stay healthy. But water isn’t the only way to keep hydrated, other food and drinks can also help. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/food-allergies-in-babies
- Your guide to important check-ups for children The best time to get your child’s hearing, sight and teeth checked, including the screening programs in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/your-guide-to-important-check-ups-for-children
- Do you know how to treat minor burns? How to know if you have a minor burn and how to treat it correctly. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/do-you-know-how-to-treat-minor-burns
- Preparing your child for hospital Here’s how to make the hospital experience less stressful for you and your child. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/preparing-your-child-for-hospital
- The anti-vaccination movement: myths vs facts https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/the-anti-vaccination-movement-myths-vs-facts
- Do you avoid visiting the dentist? If you’re worried about the cost, or anxious about dental treatment, you’re not alone. Tackling these issues head on is the way forward. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/do-you-avoid-visiting-the-dentist
- Childhood vaccination: The facts What you need to do to keep your child on track with the vaccination schedule, and the truth about vaccination side effects. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/childhood-vaccination-the-facts
- The vaccination conversation: when families disagree When it comes to the health and wellbeing of a child, disagreements can be a problem. Here’s some expert advice on starting the conversation. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/the-vaccination-conversation-when-families-disagree
- Recipe: Easy healthy egg muffin cups This is the perfect anti-inflammatory, seafood salad recipe – light, healthy and easy to cook on the barbecue. The cannellini beans make it filling and substantial enough for dinner. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/recipes/healthy-egg-muffin-cups
- Bullet-proofing kids against bullies Is your child being bullied? Here are some tactics for dealing with this stressful issue. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/bullet-proofing-kids-against-bullies
- Children and change Caring for a loved one can be a financial, physical and emotional strain. It’s important to know what help is available. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/children-and-change
- Plating up for picky eaters - Part 1 Why some kids are fussy eaters and what mistakes to avoid. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/Plating-up-for-picky-eaters-Part1
- Ten tips for working parents It’s a juggling act. Arm yourself with smart strategies to help you balance work and family life. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/ten-tips-for-working-parents
- Who cares for carers? Caring for a loved one can be a financial, physical and emotional strain. It’s important to know what help is available. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/who-cares-for-carers
- Plating up for picky eaters - Part 2 Practical tips for helping kids learn to love new flavours. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/Plating-up-for-picky-eaters-Part2
- How to care for your teen’s mental health Recognising emotional issues early is the best way to protect your teenager against depression and anxiety. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/how-to-care-for-your-teens-mental-health
- Essential sun protection for children Safeguard children from sun damage by starting early and teaching good habits for life. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/essential-sun-protection-for-children
- Eight ways to keep your kids active Tearing the children away from their screens is easier than you think. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/eight-ways-to-keep-your-kids-active
- Healthy kids: keeping 0-5 year-olds active Small children, even babies, need to be active in order to develop. Here are some helpful guidelines for developing healthy habits early in life. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/healthy-kids-keeping-0-5year-olds-active
- Fever: when to treat it, and when to leave it alone https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/treat-fever
- Glue ear in kids Glue ear can cause problems with a child’s hearing, speech and behavioural development. But how is it treated and how do grommets work? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/glue-ear
- Talking to your teenager: 5 tips to engage with your child Here she gives advice about communicating with your teen and how can we build better connections by talking to teenagers. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/talking-to-teenagers-parents-tips
- Parenting kids with behavioural issues Children with behavioural issues: what strategies can parents put in place to manage challenging behaviour? Here are practical tips from expert psychologists. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/parenting-kids-behavioural-issues
- How much sleep do teenagers really need? A new app delivers trusted baby advice from Tresillian for new parents to help encourage healthy sleep habits and get baby to sleep. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/teens-and-sleep-how-much
- A new app is delivering Tresillian’s trusted advice to get baby to sleep. A new app delivers trusted baby advice from Tresillian for new parents to help encourage healthy sleep habits and get baby to sleep. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/baby-wont-sleep-harness-the-power-of-tresillian-and-sleepfit-with-this-new-app
- What is consent? Talking with your teen about sex and relationships Have you talked to your teen about sex and consent? Here’s why it’s so important to have the sex and relationships chat and what teens want parents to know (and what they want you to say). https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/what-is-consent-talking-with-your-teen-about-sex-and-relationships
- Family meals: eating together Caring for a loved one can be a financial, physical and emotional strain. It’s important to know what help is available. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/benefits-importance-eating-together-family
- Kids and food allergies: How to stop the bullying Supporting your elderly parents once they reach a certain stage of life can be a big adjustment. This advice will help you navigate the changes together. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/how-to-stop-food-allergy-bullying-kids
- Can we prevent cyberbullying? How do we stop our children from being cyberbullied without taking away access to the internet? Here’s some suggestions for creating a safe space for your child online. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/can-we-prevent-cyberbullying
- 10 ways to make eating vegetables appealing If there’s someone in your household who hates veggies here are some ideas for making them tastier. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/ten-ways-to-make-eating-vegetables-appealing
- Raising vegetarian or vegan kids https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/raising-vegetarian-or-vegan-kids
- Talking to teens about mental health: Here are the questions to ask If you’ve spotted the warning signs of mental health issues in your teen, it’s vital to chat with them about what they’re feeling. Here’s how to start the conversation. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/talking-to-teens-about-mental-health
- Mental health hero: Meet Nic Newling Prioritising good mental health is always important. But, when faced with an unprecedented situation like Coronavirus COVID-19 and the sudden changes to our everyday routine, it’s essential. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/hero-nic-newling
- Social media for kids: The impact on their mental health How do you know when social media is affecting your child’s mental health? Recognise the signs and support children with their social media use. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/social-media-for-kids-the-impact-on-their-mental-health
- What are the major mental health issues for teenagers? The number of teenagers experiencing mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, is on the rise. Here are the warning signs and where to find help. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/what-are-the-major-mental-health-issues-for-teenagers
- Is autism on the rise? Christmas and the holiday season can be stressful – whether it's financial, time, or family issues. We ask the experts for their advice on how to plan ahead. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/is-autism-on-the-rise
- Your camping safety checklist for a safer family holiday As thousands of Aussie families plan to go camping for their holidays this summer, it pays to be ready with camping safety in mind. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/camping-safety-checklist-tips
- Should teenagers drink coffee and energy drinks? From flat whites to energy drinks, Australian teenagers drink a surprising amount of caffeine. Here’s how it affects their health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/is-caffeine-safe-for-teens
- How to talk to kids about peer pressure What is peer pressure and how can we talk to our kids about it? This helpful guide for parents will help you navigate the impact of influence on your child. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/peer-pressure-kids
- 5 helpful pieces of parenting advice if you have a tween There's no rule book when it comes to raising tweens, but parents like Dylan Lewis, Pia Miranda and Robbie Buck from our Growing Great Tweens podcast, have some great advice to share. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/top-parenting-advice-for-tweens
- Is bad news making our kids anxious? Kids hear about distressing events through the media and adult conversation around them. Here’s what to do if you think your child is feeling anxious. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/bad-news-making-our-kids-anxious
- 15 family bonding activities for you and your kids Bonding with your kids not only feels good – it’s essential to help them feel secure and well adjusted as they grow. Here’s how to strengthen your relationship. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/connect-with-your-kids