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How to keep children cool this Summer with water play
The Summer heat is fast approaching. This means that we need to find ways to beat the heat without sacrificing opportunities for play. And what better way to spend a summer afternoon than at a playground with water play features.
How to help kids slide safely this Summer
The slide is one of the most popular pieces of play equipment in Australian play spaces and can provide endless fun for all ages. Slides come in a range of designs to provide different play experiences, from straight to wavy and...
Keep your baby safe when using bouncers or musical swings
Entertaining your baby using a bouncer, musical swing or rocker chair is a popular choice by many parents, but many are not aware of the safety risks. Follow these simple guidelines to keep your baby safe. What is the safest...
Are your cleaning products putting your baby at risk?
BC (before children) you might have thought nothing of using oven cleaner or dishwasher tablets. You are ‘cleaning’ not handling indoor pollutants. But the reality is that on a daily basis we use poisons and toxic products...
How to use baby slings and carriers safely
Learning the skills to look after your baby takes time. One of those skills is learning how to transport or carry your baby safely using a baby carrier or sling. The main advantage of these ‘baby-wearing’ devices are...
Dogs and babies – what are the risks and how to introduce them safely
Prior to having a human baby, did you refer to your family dog as your fur baby? Undoubtedly dogs become an integral part of any family unit but even the most loyal family pet can bite and injure a...
How to protect children under 5 from the risk of choking and suffocation
Do you knot your plastic bags when you bring fruit and veg home from the supermarket? After a birthday party, do you pick up all the broken balloons? Do the kids run around the backyard while they eat a bunch of grapes? ...
Know the risk of using decorated dummies on your baby
Dummies are part of many parents’ tool kit; especially when it comes to settling newborn babies. However in recent years decorated dummies with small crystals, cords and ribbons have become a fashionable...
What is a safe sleeping space for my newborn baby?
Research shows that where your baby sleeps, particularly in the first 12 months, is extremely important in reducing the risk of fatal sleep accidents. We have put together some simple guidelines so you can...