July 13, 2021
Australia’s leading parent advocacy group, The Parenthood, has congratulated the Victorian Government for establishing an Independent Inquiry into Economic Equity for Victorian Women.
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July 02, 2021
One of the most challenging aspects of the first few months of parenting a newborn is infant crying. Most parents say that nothing could have prepared them for how the sound of their own baby crying would make them feel.
June 25, 2021
June 18, 2021
The majority of Australian families say early learning and childcare is so expensive that it’s hardly worth taking on paid work, according to new research. The Front Project’s Work and Play report was released yesterday and surveyed 1700 families.
June 11, 2021
On the subject of making Australia the best place to be a parent so that children can thrive, we have been busy over the last few weeks and an update is overdue. First, I'd like to introduce our new colleague, Maddy Butler.
May 28, 2021
When we prioritise our kids’ freedom or happiness, but overlook our kids’ crucial need to feel like their parents are in charge, we are letting them down. Too much freedom, and a lack of limits actually make children feel the opposite of free.
May 14, 2021
Dinah is a mum of two young children and the founder of Villagehood Australia, a not-for-profit based in Adelaide. When Dinah contacted us a few weeks ago it was immediately apparent that we share a passion.
May 12, 2021
This budget falls short of delivering the long-term, systemic change that is needed to urgently improve the safety and economic security of all women and to improve the infrastructure for parents and children.