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Parental occupational exposure to potential endocrine disrupting chemicals and risk of hypospadias in infants

Rates and types of hospitalisations for children who have subsequent contact with the child protection system: a population based case-control study

Birthweight and the risk of childhood-onset type 1 diabetes

We investigated whether children who are heavier at birth have an increased risk of type 1 diabetes

Consideration of Child and Family Information in Clinical Decision Making

With persistent challenges in determining the 'right' therapy or support for autistic children, there is a growing need for clinicians to integrate the preferences and priorities of clients and their families in their clinical decision making.

Nonstandard work schedules and work–life balance in dual-earner households: The role of parenthood

This study examines whether nonstandard work schedules (NSWS) improve or hinder work-life balance (WLB) for parents and non-parents in dual-earner households.

Inter-rater reliability and agreement of the Bayley-4 in a multidisciplinary team

The Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development are widely used to assess early development, yet evidence for inter-rater reliability in multidisciplinary contexts remains limited. This study evaluated inter-rater reliability and agreement of the newest edition, Bayley-4, at age two years when administered by a multidisciplinary allied health team within a longitudinal cohort.  

Early Childhood Education and Care and Developmental Vulnerability at School Entry

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) is widely recognized for supporting children's development and school readiness; however, evidence from Western Australia remains limited.

General Movement Assessment in infancy and later cognitive outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis

To evaluate whether the General Movement Assessment in infancy is associated with later cognitive outcomes from early childhood through adulthood.

Growing Up Rural: Rurality as a Predictor of Child Mental Health in an Australian Cohort

There is a paucity of longitudinal research comparing early-life mental health in rural and metropolitan communities. Living in rural areas is associated with limited access to specialist care, as well as additional stresses such as natural disasters. To address health disparities for rural communities it is critical to understand variance in predictors and outcomes for child mental health.

Malaria in Papua New Guinean infants: a prespecified analysis of a randomised postpartum antimalarial treatment trial

There are scant and variable data concerning the incidence of malaria in infants in endemic areas. This study evaluated the impact of maternal antimalarial treatment given postpartum on malaria incidence and growth/development in infants from coastal Papua New Guinea (PNG).

Auditory-cued exercise therapy (ACET) in 7–12-year-old children with listening difficulties–a feasibility and pilot trial protocol

(Central) Auditory Processing Disorder ([C]APD) is an umbrella term for children who have difficulty with listening, despite normal hearing. Children with (C)APD frequently experience academic, behavioural, emotional, cognitive and social difficulties, and lack accessible, long-lasting wholistic treatments. Hence, a transdisciplinary intervention has been developed – Auditory-Cued Exercise Therapy.