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I’ve never been one to buy into the debate about whether to immunise or not. Possibly because I grew up with a nurse as a mum, and it was just a given. Ah, and have such fond memories of having jabs in the bum, alongside my brother. I was always in for tetanus shots as an added bonus, due to my insatiable desire to build… from blogger: Amanda to read more, click here.
I must admit that I’m not looking forward to tomorrow. My just-turned-four year old has an appointment with our GP for her immunisations. I’m relieved in a way, because it will be the last of the standard childhood injections. I’m also a little nervous...from blogger: Catherine to read more, click here.

Childhood immunisation and child care

Immunisation is generally accepted as being one of the best ways of reducing the likelihood of children being infected by serious diseases, such as whooping cough, hepatitis and polio. While it is not compulsory for you to immunise your child so that they can attend child care, your child care service should be able to provide you with information about immunisation and where you can get your child immunised. They should also have a process for keeping a record of your child’s… to read more, click here.


Win movie tickets, Jewellery & wands

Win one of 10 family passes (up to 4 people) to a special media screening of Beauty and The Beast in 3D on Sunday August 29th at EQ in Sydney. Plus 10 x Disney Princess Jewellery & Wand Sets – $14.95 RRP Open to NSW residents only


Medicare Australia:
The National Immunisation Program

Immunisation is an easy, safe and effective way of protecting your child against diseases that can cause serious complications and sometimes death. Immunisation will help your child stay healthy because it reduces the risk of serious diseases. The risks of these diseases are far greater that the risks of immunisation. to read more, click here

Refferty's Garden have some yummy new products

120g Baby Brekkies (First Foods 4+ months)

Adding to the hugely popular 120g fruit and vegetable products packed in spouted pouches a favourite with parents as they are microwavable and baby can be fed straight from the pouch onto a spoon or bowl. The new Baby Brekkies combine organic rice cereal with fruit and milk making them a readymade breakfast for busy parents on the run. Like the rest of the Rafferty’s Garden range these products contain No added salt or sugar, No artificial colours or flavours, No preservatives, No egg, wheat or gluten and No GM ingredients.

70g Infant Rafferty’s Beans and Spaghetti Hoops (Second Foods 12+ Months)

Finally the young children of Australia can get their fill of household favourites Baked Beans and Spaghetti in conveniently packaged 170g microwavable tear top pouches. Both these products have been made to recipes suitable for infants from 12+ months and are high in fibre ,are a good source of iron and high in protein. These products contain No artificial colours or flavours, No preservatives or additives and No GM ingredients. Raffert's products can be found in Woolworths stores nationwide.

Babies Proms: Music book

Come and celebrate award-winning children’s books, storytelling and music with the return of this annual Babies Proms event.

Coinciding with Children’s Book Week, the Babies Proms Orchestra performs an engaging repertoire, whilst Saskia Smith incorporates new stories and some well-loved Australian favourites. Set in a relaxed environment, Music Book introduces children to the joys of live music coupled with their much-loved stories illustrated on screen. 21 – 29 August. The Studio, Sydney Opera House For ages 2 – 5

BOOK NOW: www.sydneyoperahouse.com or 02 9250 7777

Childrens's Panadol Makes Keeping Abreast of Breastfeeding Easy

A little kindness can go a long way in helping mums take care of their little ones. That’s why Children’s Panadol has launched an innovative iPhone application providing easy-to-use assistance to ease the pressure of busy days. The free application lends a helping hand in three ways: it can track breastfeeding sessions, play a range of soothing melodies and act as a dosage calculator…to read more , click here


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