Posts by tcg

“Child safe” isn’t a poster on a wall—it’s a culture. It’s the everyday ways adults listen to children, act on concerns, plan ahead for risks, and treat every child’s dignity as non-negotiable. Australia’s National Principles for Child Safe Organisations give families and services a shared roadmap for doing exactly that. The Principles grew out of the Royal…

Children are photographed, filmed, and connected earlier than any generation before. That’s wonderful for celebrating learning and keeping families in the loop—but it also raises real risks around privacy, consent, storage, and misuse. Australia’s early childhood regulators and governments have introduced a National Model Code for Taking Images or Videos of Children while providing ECEC, alongside guidelines…

Food is fuel, yes—but for babies and young children it’s also wiring for the brain, scaffolding for immunity, and the daily practice of listening to hunger/fullness cues. Australia’s leading resources—NHMRC Infant Feeding Guidelines, the Australian Dietary Guidelines (via Dietitians Australia), and the Get Up & Grow collection—give parents a clear, evidence-based path from birth through the early years.  Below,…

Why this matters Every parent wants to believe their child — and all children — are safe from harm. But the reality is that sometimes children experience abuse or neglect, and the law must step in to protect them. In Western Australia, there are strict rules about mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse. These laws don’t…

Allergy Awareness for Parents Why allergies are rising Food allergies and anaphylaxis rates have increased significantly in children over recent decades. Peanut, egg, milk, shellfish, sesame, and tree nuts are among the most common triggers. For families, allergies can feel overwhelming — from meal prep to birthday parties. The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy…

Allergy Awareness for Parents Why allergies are rising Food allergies and anaphylaxis rates have increased significantly in children over recent decades. Peanut, egg, milk, shellfish, sesame, and tree nuts are among the most common triggers. For families, allergies can feel overwhelming — from meal prep to birthday parties. The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy…