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Preschool preparation

Preparing for school

Learn more about how you can prepare your child for the big day of starting school and boost their confidence.

Healthy eating for your child

Learn how you can teach your child good eating habits so they can make healthy choices and reduce their risk of obesity and diseases such as diabetes.

Playing with your child

Play is one of the ways children learn about themselves and others. Play also encourages children to use their imagination and helps build a range of ...

Physical activity and exercise for children

Here is trusted advice about how much daily exercise your child needs for good health and fitness and how you can encourage your child to be more acti...

Internet and kids

Read more on how much time is appropriate to spend on the internet for your child and tips to minimise dangers.

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