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Feb
24
Encouraging Healthy Bowel Movements in Infants
The Illawarra Early Parenting Centre is well known for helping families with sleep and settling problems, but sleep is really just one piece of the puzzle. Often dietary factors can play a large role in behavioural concerns and sleep disturbances. Constipation or hard stools is a common complaint among infants and toddlers, particularly from 6 […]
Jun
25
Children and gaming devices – the red flags and when parents need to be concerned
Over the last year or two I have noticed that my 9 year old son has become less and less interested in toys, books, pets, imaginative play and even TV. Instead he gravitates constantly to his tablet. Although he is an only child, life naturally limits his access – school, family activities and sports take […]
Nov
27
Best of Christmas / Summer Holiday Family Fun in Wollongong / Illawarra
It’s that special time of year when our gorgeous Illawarra / Wollongong region comes into it’s own. The beautifully warm embrace of summer is upon us and Parents Guide Illawarra can’t wait to share some seasonal inspo for family and kids this Christmas and Summer Holidays! 1. Take an Illawarra Ocean Pooling Adventure, perfect for […]