Book Review by Jane Palmer In his new book Idolising Children, a 29-year-old father of two, and a government consultant on young parenting issues, Daniel Donahoo, wants us to have a new relationship with our childhood. Donahoo argues that today's parents adversely affect their children as well as themselves through their obsession with extraordinary
Book review by Jane Palmer At first glance, I thought what a lovely book and wouldn't it make an ideal gift for a new mother. Natalie Green presents beautiful imagery of babies, mothers and fathers. The book is designed to be picked up and put down with one hand. It is short, easy to
Book review by Jane Palmer It was a pleasure reviewing this book. At first, I thought oh no not another book on baby sleeping - but this book is important. Anni and Beth explore the science behind baby sleep and attachment and the development of a baby's brain. Many books explore sleep training without
Reviewed by Jane Palmer Breech Birth Woman Wise is written by Maggie Banks (a wonderful, passionate Midwife in New Zealand). First published 1998 has had it's third printing 2004. Published by Birthspirit Ltd.includes 109 gloss pages, 34 black & white photographs and 41 diagrams. This is the must have book encompassing all aspects of
Reviewed by Jane Palmer The back cover of "Mum's the Word" says: This is a book about Motherhood - our introduction to it, our methods of coping with the ups, downs and side-swipes. It is also about our relationships with our own Mothers. There are 12 stories written by Mothers, about Mothers, and for
Midwifery in Action is a short video. It provides a glimpse into what midwives do and the special relationship that can develop between midwives, women and their families. Anna, Marc and Baby Ben share their journey through pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period with midwifery care. You'll see the continuum of care through prenatal
Gone are the days when women have to resort to mismatched grey cotton and bras made from uncomfortable fabrics while pregnant and breastfeeding, with no consideration for when their breasts are at their most sensitive. You want to look and feel comfortable all at the same time. When purchasing a maternity bra here are
Would you like to know more about the Australian Government's new Paid Parental Leave Scheme? The following case studies might help you understand whether or not you are eligible for the scheme. Case studies include: Birth mother (working parenting) Birth mother (stay-at-home mum) Father receiving unused Parental Leave Pay Adoptive parent Casual worker with
On the 1st of January 2011 the Australian Government delivered the first national Paid Parental Leave scheme. The scheme will help working parents spend more time at home with a new baby during the vital early months. It is government-funded and will help employers retain valuable and skilled staff. The scheme will provide up
During one of the Pregnancy and Parenting Network get togethers, we discussed ways on choosing the best preschool or school. We thought it useful to share information on this important issue. Pinky McKay has kindly given permission to publish this article. Education isn’t necessarily a matter of ‘getting what you pay for’ When we
