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This study explores the role of infant sleep in early childhood development.

Pregnancy Lifestyle Activity and Nutrition (PLAN)

Understanding how families engage with screen technologies and how it may influence child development

Strengths-based, tiered, accessible, resources and supports (STARS) for Kids for parent, carers and their children.

The ORIGINS Community Wellbeing during COVID-19 Project is investigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on emotional wellbeing, family functioning and perceived stress on families.

Enhancing psychological wellbeing in families from pregnancy to infancy

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, breastfeeding women have experienced restricted access to support, placing them at increased risk of mental health concerns and limited breastfeeding assistance. This study investigated the effect of the pandemic on feeding choices and maternal wellbeing amongst breastfeeding mothers living in Australian and New Zealand. We conducted a cross-sectional online survey that examined feeding methods, maternal mental wellbeing, worries, challenges, and positive experiences during the pandemic.

SYMBA is promoting gut health (symbiosis) with prebiotic fibre taken during pregnancy for prevention of allergic disease.

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ORIGINS Co-Director nominated in the 2024 Western Australian of the Year Awards

Determining the associations of sun exposure in early life on the development of non-communicable diseases.