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22 December 2017
Is my perinatal depression and anxiety affecting the mental health of my baby?
Having a baby can be emotionally overwhelming, as it’s a time when major life adjustments are occurring —it can feel like life has been turned upside down.
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22 December 2017
How do I know if my child is having problems with drugs and alcohol?
Children and young people typically use substances for similar reasons that adults do. This can be because of anything from enjoyable taste to relief from physical or emotional pain, relaxation, increased confidence or fitting in socially.
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13 October 2017
Good mental health habits that help kids handle all life can bring
Mental health and emotional wellbeing are an essential part of a child’s development. It’s important to help them develop some healthy habits in life.
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09 October 2017
“I wish I’d asked for help earlier” A young person’s mental health journey
I first started experiencing issues with my mental health when I was 12. I wish I had of gotten help earlier. It was only when I reached breaking point that I sought help.
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15 September 2017
Could it be sepsis? Four words that might save a life
If we had known about sepsis, and had asked the question “Could it be sepsis?”, perhaps Liam might still be here with us.
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08 September 2017
How to help your child build a healthy body image
What can parents and families do to help children to develop healthier body image in this modern era of all invasive multimedia platforms?
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08 September 2017
10 things every parent can do to keep their kids safe online
As parents, we generally do everything we can to keep our children safe and well, but what are you doing to protect them online?
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04 August 2017
Giving the gift of life
It is a privilege to work with families who choose for their child to be an organ donor. These people show incredible courage, strength and generosity.
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03 August 2017
Maintaining your breastmilk supply while your baby is in hospital
Here are some handy tips on how you can maintain your breastmilk supply, even when your baby cannot feed at the breast due to illness or surgery.