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For our 11-month-old, mealtime was always a joy. But during one ordinary lunch, a lingering cough from RSV turned into every parent’s worst nightmare. In seconds, our happy little bub went from eating to choking, turning blue as we struggled to free him from his highchair. This is why first-aid training isn’t just an option – it’s a lifesaver.
“I love you, Mummy,” were the last words seven-year-old Sarah said before running into the garden to play. Moments later, an ordinary afternoon turned into every parent’s worst nightmare when a skipping rope on a swing set led to a tragic accident.
While playing in the lounge room, Lincoln became entangled in a blind cord that hadn’t been secured to the wall. His grandmother, Kerrie, now shares their family’s heartbreaking journey to warn other parents and renters about the silent hazards hiding in our homes.
Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, and while the bond between a child and a dog can be magical, it requires careful management. With children under four at the highest risk for dog-related injuries – often occurring within their own home – preparation is key.
An ordinary highway journey turned into a nightmare when a family’s car was struck and sent hurtling into a tree. Amidst the smoke and chaos, their eight-month-old daughter remained safe – a miracle a first responder attributed to her being in a rear-facing car seat.
Lisa Parker grew up in Geelong in a suburban household. When she met her husband, life changed as she relocated 150km inland and started to live farm life. Having 3 children and living
Introducing: Row Thompson Building Inspector (Pool Safety) from North Vic Pool Safety Compliance Row makes a donation to the Hunter Boyle Children’s Swim Program from every pool safety inspection her business does. This
Every week over 19 children are admitted to burns units across Australia and New Zealand. The location where over three quarters (76%) of these burn and scald injuries occur is the place we
[Pictured: Milla today] Milla was eight years old when she suffered severe burns to her lower body. On this particular day, she came home from a party feeling hungry, so she did what
