New Parenting Articles
  Winter - the perfect time for kids to learn to swim!
Often we think of swimming as a summer sport and that summer is the
best time to teach your kids to swim - but is it?
On the surface this seems reasonable and logical
especially when most outdoor swimming pools and learn to swim
facilities close during the colder months of the year. But is this
reasonable and logical assumption correct?... read more
 Teaching your kids good organising habits
The way our brain is built dictates our natural level of "organisedness". Certain parts of our brains are responsible for logic, organised, sequential thought. For some of us, it's the most dominant part of our brain. For others, it's the opposite! If your kids struggle to keep their time and their spaces organised, there are a few measures you can take to help them... read more
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Guidance on Your Child's Behaviour and Child Care
 Mum Zone's new resident Child Behavioural and Child Care Expert Ruth Powell, author of 'Choosing Child Care' is available to answer some of your questions.
Topics include: Guiding children's behaviour, setting developmentally appropriate limits / rules, holistic parenting, children's spiritual growth, establishing routines, activity ideas, setting up the home environment to help support routines and limits, strategies for dealing with sibling rivalry / establishing positive relationships, choosing a child care centre that meets your child's and family's needs, settling children into care outside of the home, being involved in your child's day when they attend care.
Check out our new Child Behavioural and Child Care page now!
Example Reader's Question for Ruth:
My daughter is 17 months old, is very shy and clingy when with new people and places - and can take quite a long time to get to know someone. She currently does not go to childcare but I am considering it... what is the best way to settle her in?
Read Ruth's Response
Breastfeeding and Postnatal Depression
 Lorraine Cuadro is Mum Zone's resident breastfeeding expert and has written a collection of articles about various breastfeeding issues and aspects. Visit Lorraine at
www.the-essence-of-breastfeeding.com
Breastfeeding and Postnatal Depression
Postnatal Depression affects many mums all over the world, it's nothing new (although it may have been called different things over the ages) and it's certainly nothing to be ashamed of. While we're not exactly sure what causes postnatal depression the symptoms include a loss of confidence or self esteem, memory difficulties and loss of concentration, feeling guilty and inadequate... read more
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Healthy, Low Fat, Gourmet Recipes from Weight Loss Guru Geoff Jowett
 Over the coming weeks, Bodytrim weight loss guru Geoff Jowett will be sharing some of his deliciously tasty, healthy, low fat gourmet recipes of various cuisines.
Try Geoff's Greek Recipes!
Missed Geoff's other recipes?
Latest Media Releases
Dads and their kids cooking together
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Iain 'Huey' Hewitson and daughter Charlotte
Most Mums know how much their kids enjoy cooking. But why should it just be Mums? Dads should be cooking with their kids too and Iain 'Huey' Hewitson is leading by example. Huey often has his 7 year old daughter, Charlotte, on his show, Hueys Cooking Adventures... read more
Food and Finance Trumps Yummy Mummy
Australian mums reveal their top concerns in 2009 are the family's nutritional needs and household finances taking an enormous priority over their own desires including clothes, cosmetics and time out. Westfield surveyed 1100 mums and found that mums are selflessly sacrificing everything for their family... read more
Planet Ark searching for National Tree Day site coordinators
Planet Ark is calling all green thumbs to help contribute to Australia's future generations and environment, by becoming a Site Coordinator for Schools Tree Day on July 31 or National Tree Day on August 2. Schools Tree Day and National Tree Day, now in its 14th year, has mobilised more than two million volunteers to plant over 13 million trees nationally, since its inception... read more
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 Babynews is Mum Zone's news website - keep up to date with the latest Baby, Parenting or Family news, products, information and websites. Sign up to the Babynews newsletter for monthly updates! Some of the latest Babynews includes:
Engage and invigorate baby's senses with the new Fisher-Price® 2009 Nursery Range
Fisher-Price®, the brand that's better for baby, and better for Mum, presents the new additions to the most trusted name in Nursery products. The 2009 range includes the gorgeous Precious Planet™ collection that celebrates the magic and wonder of the world’s baby animals and more... read more
Finally a portable steriliser that fits in your bag!
Nobody likes to see their baby sick. A pacifier is a common breeding ground and transporter of harmful germs. The number of bacteria on dirty bottle nipples and pacifiers is far greater than on toys and general household goods. Help prevent these little nasties from harming your precious little ones by using the worlds first purpose built portable pacifier sterilizer - Pipila... read more
Preventing Neural Tube Defects During Pregnancy
 Neural Tube Defects (NTDs)
Within the first four weeks of pregnancy, the embryo forms and closes a neural tube. This tube becomes the spine and brain of the developing child. If the tube doesn't close correctly, the baby is said to have a neural tube defect (NTD). NTDs can be tested for at about 16 - 18 weeks of pregnancy, and most cases are identified using an ultrasound and the triple test... read more
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New Parenting Tips
Start preparing for your hospital bag early
At about 30 weeks pregnant I started buying extra shampoo, toothpaste and other toiletries when they were on sale for my hospital bag so I wouldn't have the expense all at once when it was time to pack my bag. Then I also had the products to use after the baby came which saved money and saved having to shop for them.
*Contributed by: Melissa, Victoria
Find oven recipes
Try to find recipes which are baked in the oven so that you can prepare them and let them cook whilst organising dinner for the kids. For example, risotto cooked in a saucepan needs constant stirring and attention, unlike risotto cooked in the oven which will take long enough to cook to give you time to get organised.
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How worried are you about Swine Flu?
In only a few short weeks the potentially deadly Swine Flu has become a worldwide pandemic with Australia being one of the worst hit countries. Victoria now has over 1000 confirmed cases.
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 Belly Art Baby
Inkless Print Kit
This great gift idea really is as easy to use as the packaging says. You literally dab your baby's hands and feet with a special dry paper towel and press onto the paper - and there's your print, no mess and no fuss. If you are familar with photo editing software you can scan your prints to change the colour... read
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