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Breakthrough genetic testing now available in Australia
Pregnant women will for the first time have access to locally analysed, accurate, non-invasive pre-natal genetic testing when the first Australian clinic to offer the services opens its doors next week.
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Toddler almost strangled by teething necklace
A shocked mother has told how her daughter almost strangled herself while wearing a Baltic amber teething necklace as she slept.
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The first night away from your baby
There's a certain amount of guilt that a new parent feels when they leave their young child for the first time, but it doesn't always feel the way you expect it to.
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Stop asking "why didn't she leave"?
When people talk about domestic violence, they almost always that question. “Why didn’t she leave sooner?”
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How to teach kids not to interrupt
It's never too early to teach kids manners, especially when entertaining. Having additional people around adds an element of excitement youngsters don't ordinarily have to cope with.
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