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Having a Baby? Here’s How Your Local Council Can Help

Having a baby is a pretty big life change….probably THE biggest. Suddenly your days revolve around tiny humans, naps, feeds, nappy changes and working out how to leave the house. But here’s something you might not realise: your local council can actually be a pretty handy resource for new parents. From baby rhyme time and playgroups to first aid courses, parenting programs and immunisation clinics, councils across South Australia offer...

NeuroPhysiotherapy Services, Adelaide

Families today are seeing increasing rates of headaches, dizziness, fatigue, jaw pain and sensory overload in children and teenagers. The clinical team at NeuroPhysiotherapy Services, part of the PhysioXtra group, have been supporting Adelaide families for more than 25 years, with a strong commitment to specialised clinical interest areas and advanced assessment of complex neurological and vestibular conditions. Children and adolescents are not...

Adelaide’s Best Pram Walks

One of those things that you just do not understand until you’ve had kids is how excellent a well timed pram walk can be. There’s something about that perfect ratio of smooth with a few soothing bumps and long enough to last at least one sleep cycle that will have you driving back to the same place every time you’re desperate for a bit of exercise…..or desperate to get bubs to sleep. We’ve had A LOT of babies over the years here at KiA so we’ve...

Activ8 Mind support SA families to thrive

Support for everyday challenges- not just the big stuff Many parents only begin to consider therapy or counselling when their child is facing significant, ongoing difficulties like anxiety, depression or trauma. While they are here for those moments, Activ8 Mind also believes in the value of early, everyday support. Psychology and counselling can help with common challenges such as school refusal, exam stress, friendship issues, bullying, or...

Mount Lofty Family Friendly Hike

Lets just be straight up here. Climbing Mt Lofty isn’t fun. It may have been sort of fun when you were 20, but now that you are old enough to injure yourself if you sneeze too hard, we need family orientated fitness that isn’t going to end up with some sort of surgery. Thankfully Mt Lofty-Lite is here, so you can get the fancy insta photo at the top with only half the exercise! Brilliant! Steub Trail (named after the Cleland...

Fitness Factory Adelaide

Mt Barker | Lightsview | Prospect Fitness Factory understands the challenges of maintaining a health and fitness routine while caring for young children. To support families, all Fitness Factory locations are equipped with on-site crèche facilities, allowing parents to train with peace of mind. Whether fitting in a quick workout or enjoying a yoga class, members can feel confident that their children are being cared for by experienced staff in...

24 Hour Chemists in Adelaide

Looking for a 24 Hour Chemist in Adelaide?Whether it’s a late-night temp, unexpected illness, or emergency prescription, knowing where to find a 24 hour pharmacy in Adelaide is a must for families. Adelaide currently has three (soon to be four) 24 hour Chemists, offering trusted access to medications, baby essentials, and pharmacist advice—any time of day or night. Find the closest one to you below. EAST | National Pharmacies Norwood...

Lighten the Load with these Adelaide Services for Busy Parents

Life’s busy, especially with kids – but Adelaide families – you don’t have to do it all alone! Whether you’re juggling work, school runs, or simply trying to find a minute to breathe, there are plenty of local services ready to lend a hand. From laundry services and mobile car mechanics to trusted babysitters and meal delivery options, we’ve rounded up the best ways to lighten your mental load. Save time, reduce stress, and reclaim your...

RSV Symptoms: When It’s Serious and What to Do

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) might sound like just another childhood bug, but for some little ones, it can cause serious illness – especially during the colder months. Here’s what to look for, when to act, and how to reduce your baby’s risk. What is RSV? RSV is a very common and highly contagious virus that affects the lungs and airways. Most children will catch RSV before they turn two. For many kids, RSV shows up like a...

Protecting Your Baby from RSV, Flu & Whooping Cough During Pregnancy

Winter is a beautiful season for cozy cuddles, hot drinks, and baby bumps wrapped in warm knits – but it’s also a time when illnesses like RSV, flu, and whooping cough start to rise. If you’re pregnant or planning to be, there are easy ways to help protect your baby before they’re even born. Why winter protection is so important As the temperature drops, cases of RSV, flu, and whooping cough go up – and babies are...

RSV in Winter: How to Protect Your Baby This Season

As the weather cools down here in South Australia, RSV cases start to increase. Winter is peak season for this common but potentially serious virus, especially for little ones. Here’s what you need to know to keep your baby safe this winter. What is RSV? RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a highly contagious respiratory virus. It spreads easily through the air when someone with RSV coughs or sneezes and can survive...

Buzzy4Shots for Needle Phobias

If there has ever been a product review I’ve desperately wanted to have a 5 star review for…..it’s this one. My daughter has terrible eczema and has finally been approved to start Dupilumab…. Hooray!…….until she found out that this involves a course of injections over the next 12 months…..not so much hooray. She’s really not keen for needles, which might be the case for a lot of kids these days....

Sunscreen for Kids

Sunscreen is just one of those essential, no compromise, must have items we need pretty much all year round now. The Cancer Council recommends using sunscreen every day on days when the UV Index is forecast to be 3 or above and sunscreen should be part of your daily morning routine on these days. Finding one for kids that most importantly works but also is easy to apply and doesn’t irritate sensitive skin is actually quite hard. Take it from...

Chat Well Allied Health

Chat Well Allied Health is a paediatric allied health service for children aged 0-18, offering speech pathology, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessment, and social groups. They offer flexible service delivery options including; school or home visits, telehealth or clinic-based sessions, at Greenacres and Mawson Lakes. Their clinics are well equipped with a range of resources and materials, as well as an office pup, named Chelsea, to...

Villagehood Australia

At Villagehood Australia, we welcome every mother (and woman) into our village, holding space for her to maintain her sense of self, wellbeing and independence, as she navigates the trials and triumphs of motherhood. Our programs are free and available to all mothers and their children, regardless of their life circumstances or social factors because we know that postnatal depression does not discriminate. We offer a combination of...

Core Physiotherapy & Pilates Studio

Core Physiotherapy & Pilates Studio have over 80 highly skilled Physiotherapists working in their 12 locations across metro Adelaide, and are celebrating 30 years of service in 2023! Proudly owned and operated by South Australian physiotherapists, Core Physio aims to provide the highest quality physiotherapy care with their extensive range of services. While Core Physio’s clients come from all walks of life, they have a large focus on...

Find a trusted babysitter in Adelaide with the Kiddo App

Want to know where the best Babysitters in Adelaide can be found? Whether you need an hour or two, a whole day, or even afterschool care, Kiddo has got you covered. Kiddo takes the hard work out of finding the perfect carer for your kids, connecting parents with local, verified, and experienced babysitters. Download the free Kiddo App now to get started to find the very best Babysitters, Nannies and NDIS Support workers in Adelaide. How can...

1000 Play Streets – Play Australia

Ever wish you knew the neighbours? Maybe you have a street full of other young families and wish there was an easy way to connect and introduce the kids and you know, all look out for each other a bit. 1000 Play Streets is a movement initiated by Play Australia to assist Australian families to create stronger, healthier communities with in our own residential streets Wouldn’t it be nice to see the kids play cricket in the street with...

parkrun Adelaide

FreeFor everyoneForever Wondering what all this parkrun business is about? Quite a few of the KiA families have become avid parkrunners, even Julie who is a self confessed anti-runner! parkrun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Actually. that’s one of our fave parts – knowing that there are dedicated volunteer ‘tail walkers’ who follow behind the last...

Back to school lunch ideas, that are not processed meat (and why to Avoid It)

Processed meat is a food that I find is not often talked about in infant or childhood nutrition guidelines (or not talked about enough) and I am yet to find a child who doesn’t like processed meat. So, what are the current recommendations and should we include processed meat in our children’s diets? Processed meat is any meat that has been transformed through salting, curing, fermentation, smoking, or other processes; this includes...

Adelaide Places with Creches

Looking for an Adelaide gym, fitness centres or exercise studios with a crèche? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re into Pilates, group fitness, a good Mums & Bubs class, a Women only fitness class, parents and bubs yoga, running groups or pram walk group, swimming or just want some time on the treadmill, this guide lists the best spots around Adelaide where you can work out while your little one is safely cared for. Perfect for busy...

How not to be a tiny person’s snack slave (and 5 great snack ideas)

Firstly, it is normal for children from 12 months of age and beyond to require snacks. Typically, most toddlers and children need 3 meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and 2 snacks per day (morning tea and afternoon tea) with an optional bedtime snack. This meal pattern is helpful right through childhood, so we are not totally off the hook for snacks 😁. However grazing patterns and constantly preparing or getting food on demand for your tiny...

BYB (Bring your Baby) to Event Cinemas Marion

Treat yourself to some time in front of the big screen with other Parents & Bubs. Cinemas are lightly lit so you can see the action and keep an eye on the little ones. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Event Cinemas Marion and now also showing in Gold Class! Check website for upcoming movies and times.

Home Pool Safety

Summer is just around the corner and we have been busy getting our pool sorted for hours of swimming fun. This is also a great time for a quick review of how to make your pool safe, a topic that has been on my mind more than usual recently both because of an accident that my daughter had in our pool. She hit her head on the side of the pool quite badly, luckily she was not knocked out but it really reinforced the importance of what...

Head 2 Toe First Aid

Recently a few of the KiA kids participated in a Kids First Aid course run by Karyn from Head 2 Toe First Aid. I’ve been wanting to book this in for aaages and it’s just one of those things that got put off and put off but was constantly niggling in my brain, I knew I had to just to make it a priority and BOOK IT IN. First Aid is SO important, and we’re warned all the time that even just basic First Aid SAVES LIVES so why we...

Snake Bite First Aid

Being from NZ, I have a bit of a snake phobia (ok a big one). During my childhood I played in forests, building cubby houses, climbing wood stacks and rocks with the peace of mind that snakes weren’t something I had to think about. Since moving here, I have made sure that I had learnt about them so that I could teach my children how to be safe around “snakey places” as well as brush up on the current first aid for snake bites. I...

Aaa CHOO! Spring is in the air it’s time to start sneezing!

How do I know? Nope, not the blossoms or change in weather… it’s the daily sneezing, watery/itchy eyes and running nose of my hay fever suffering children! via GIPHY Pollen spreads far and wide and is nearly impossible to avoid, but if your family suffers from hay fever here are my top non-pharmaceutical tips to prevent or reduce the symptoms of hayfever: Keep doors and windows shut on high pollen count days (or when the grass has been cut),...

Kids and Choking

I often describe choking as a parent’s worst nightmare. It is a topic that I understandably get asked about a lot because it causes the most anxiety amongst parents, grandparents and carers. There is good reason for this as choking can happen quickly, without warning and a life-threatening choke is quiet. Choking happens when an object enters the airway causing a blockage. This blockage can be partial (they can still...

Foot Pains in Children; what pains are common?

Pain is a somewhat common presentation in children from early teething pain and immunisation discomfort; to bumps and grazes as children get faster and more adventurous as they grow. As a paediatric podiatrist we see children who are experiencing foot pain for a number of different reasons. Parents will often bring children in, especially school aged children, who are starting to mention foot pain during and after school or sports. Arch pain...

5 Tips on how to talk to your child about sex

There are not many questions children ask that make you freeze on the spot quite like the time they ask, “Mummy how do babies get out?” Or as my son recently asked, “Daddy does sex hurt?” It usually comes out of the blue at a random time or place and catches you completely off guard. Now I’m not new to this stuff as a sexual health and paediatric nurse and having raised 5 children, I should have been ready, but no matter how skilled you are, it...