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ORIGINS BENEFIT study tackling peanut allergy

ORIGINS BENEFIT study is looking at whether mums eating more allergenic foods during pregnancy and early breastfeeding would make a difference to their children developing allergies.

The Kids researchers named as finalists in 2021 Premier’s Science Awards

Four The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers – working across diverse fields including paediatric anaesthesia, bioinformatics, ear health, and the health impacts of biodiesel exhaust – have been named as finalists in the 2021 Premier’s Science Awards.

What to eat and drink during pregnancy

ORIGINS dietitian Sarah Whalan discusses what to eat and drink when pregnant in The Joondalup Times.

New locally-developed app to support women through pregnancy

A new evidence-based app designed to support pregnant women to live a healthy lifestyle and give their baby the best start has been launched by The Kids Research Institute Australia and the Joondalup Health Campus

Cow’s milk protein allergies on rise in kids

One of the more common food allergies ORIGINS is seeing in babies is cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA).

A virus all pregnant women should know about

Most mums-to-be have never heard of CMV and the impact it can have on their unborn baby.

When babies won’t stop crying – infantile colic

Excessive crying – for more than three hours in a day, more than three days a week – is often referred to as infantile colic.

The Kids Research Institute Australia welcomes reunion of Murugappan family in Perth

The Kids Research Institute Australia has welcomed the announcement that the Murugappan family will be moved into community detention in Perth.

ORIGINS takes part in Aboriginal wellness expo

ORIGINS participated in the inaugural Wadjak Northside Social Emotional Wellbeing Expo on 24 October at the Wadjak Northside Aboriginal Community Centre.

Detention is no place for any child

The Kids Research Institute Australia is supporting calls for the urgent release of Biloela family from held detention.

Getting kids off screens and back outside

On average Australian children spend about 22 hours a week on a screen and six hours a week playing outside.

Education “word gap” emerges at 18 months of age in Australian families

University-educated parents in Australia speak more words to their children on average than parents with only a high-school education, with the gap emerging at around 18 months of age.

Telethon smashes records as West Australians dig deep for sick kids

Over the weekend, ORIGINS staff were out in force in the phone rooms and in our ORIGINS Project booth at the Beneficiaries Expo at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Healthy lunchbox tips

A healthy lunchbox is important, as it provides the fuel for your child to get through their day of learning and play.

Professor Jonathan Carapetis honoured at 2021 Western Australian of the Year Awards

Congratulations to The Kids Research Institute Australia Director Professor Jonathan Carapetis AM, who last night won the Professions Award at the 2021 Western Australian of the Year Awards.

What medicines can I safely use during pregnancy?

Something we’re commonly asked is whether a prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin or herbal medicine is safe to use during pregnancy. ORIGINS pharmacist Stephanie Dimitrov-Zeller provides some great advice for expectant mothers.

Julie Bishop Award aims to help young female researchers jump career hurdles

The Kids Research Institute Australia Chair Julie Bishop has pledged $50,000 to fund an award designed to help young female researchers overcome persistent barriers to career and leadership success.

Tackling weight problems in children

How to identify and tackle a weight problem in children is a delicate and sensitive issue for many parents. However, the earlier any child weight issues are identified the better.

Injury study aims to help frontline staff better recognise domestic violence

A The Kids Research Institute Australia research student concerned by the types of injuries he was seeing in emergency departments as a trainee doctor has spearheaded an Australia-first study.

Four The Kids researchers in running for West Australian of the Year Awards

Four outstanding The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers, including Institute Director, Professor Jonathan Carapetis AM, have been named finalists in the 2021 Western Australian of the Year Awards.