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Early pointers to autism identified
Julie Robotham Toddlers who later go on to be diagnosed with autism use fewer gestures, such as pointing, Victorian researchers have discovered, in findings that may ultimately become part of an autism screening...
Extreme mothering
Alison Cameron A preschooler feeding from his or her mother's breast can raise an eyebrow or two. But those who adopt attachment-parenting techniques, such as extended breastfeeding, communal sleeping and "wearing"...
Child-care centres to focus on preparing children for school
Stephanie Peatling All child-care centres will be required to begin baby learning and child development programs from July as part of a Federal Government push to make sure children are ready to learn when they start...
Ready, Set...Read!
Sonja Walker For almost 40 percent of children, learning to read is a challenge. Yet strangely, most very young children can identify their favourite fast food restaurant or breakfast cereal packet without too...
One quiet minute
Joanne McCarthy It was a Monday in March last year when Belinda and Shaun Hedley faced what no parents want to imagine, let alone see their twin two-year-old sons lifeless and blue floating in a swimming pool.
Early insight into autism
Sherril Nixon Children are being diagnosed with autism before their second birthday in a breakthrough trial that identified crucial developmental delays.
Preschoolers to be tested
Louise Hall A comprehensive medical check-up program to ensure children can hear their teacher and see the blackboard, before they start school, will begin from Tuesday.
Child-care rebate bad for kids
Ross Gittins Economics Editor, Ross Gittins, takes a look at the privatisation of our children's day care. Does an increase in rebates signal further price hikes?
