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MUMS WANTED FOR LULLABY TRIAL
Got a new baby? You could be taking part in a ground-breaking research study to test a new ‘Sing, Soothe, and Sleep’ instructional DVD, and at the same time learn how to use music to cope better with motherhood, improve bonding, and – you’ll like this bit – get more rest! Developed by University of Queensland researchers, the Sing, Soothe, and Sleep program teaches a range of easy lullaby techniques to match your baby’s emotional state and calm them more quickly. Researchers are looking for first time mothers of babies six weeks and older to participate in a six week trial (two phases of three weeks each). You’ll need to complete a diary and do two telephone interviews with the project researchers. Interested? Call or text 0457 146 552 or email singingmums@uq.edu.au
COAST LIFESAVERS HELP BRISBANE FLOOD VICTIMS Gold Coast surf lifesaver Sammy Hallett and her family spent a night in an inflatable boat helping stranded flood victims to dry land as water inundated Brisbane. Sammy’s dad, Peter Hallett, said an army of about 150 surf lifesavers from the Gold Coast had converged on flood-stricken Brisbane to help other emergency services groups. “When disaster hits everyone comes together. It’s the best thing seeing so many clubbies from all over here helping others in need.’’ For 22 year old Sammy, being part of the emergency team was especially poignant as she was in Phuket in 2004 when the Asian tsunami hit.
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SURPRISE UNDER THE TREE FOR COAST FAMILY There was an unexpected gift under the Christmas tree - quite literally - for the Gold Coast’s Dunn family - a healthy baby girl. Little Nikki arrived two weeks early and in such a rush her family just reached the hospital, but not a hospital bed, before she was born. Proud father Wally Dunn, of Pacific Pines, said his wife Maew felt sharp labour pains at 10.30am. Nikki was born 29 minutes later under a Christmas tree at the Gold Coast Hospital maternity ward reception desk! “We got to reception and Maew said, ‘Nikki’s coming’, then she came. I had to do a Ricky Ponting and catch her,” said Mr Dunn
THE WHEEL DEAL!
We’re very proud of our Associate Publisher, Simone Bell, who headed off to Brisbane recently with her family to take part in Convoy4Kids, an event that got an impressive number of trucks ‘n’ utes rolling to raise approximately $40,000 for Camp Quality (for kids living with cancer). If you want to be part of this year’s event, check out www.brisbaneconvoyforkids.com.au
REMINDER - SWIMMING POOL SAFETY Keep your kids safe! Check to make sure your pool gate still closes properly, as old, faulty, or open gates have been proven to be a significant factor in fatal child drownings. Almost 60% of Aussie kids under five who drown die in backyard swimming pools – that’s why new pool safety laws are now in place across Queensland (see www.dip.qld.gov.au/poolsafety for more info).
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Come and Learn through play! 45min x 10wk sessions Discovery and Playtime in the Gym, small equipment, balance/vestibular activities, musical instruments and parachute time. KindyROO is an established research-based educational program for children between 6 weeks and 4 years old KindyROO is designed and taught by professionally qualified instructors
Robina Centre OPENING SOON! Taking bookings now
Robina or Helensvale: 0411 109 853 Tweed Heads: 0439 761 177
check our website for details! www.kindyroo.com.au email: goldcoast@kindyroo.com.au email: tweedheads@kindyroo.com.au www.kidsonthecoast.com.au
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Come and see the Toothfairy, fun and amazing for all ages – children’s Dentistry. Book now for your exclusive appointment with the toothfairy. Available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Book early!!
84 Brisbane Rd Labrador Ph 5528 8222 And Thornlands Medical Centre Redlands Ph 3488 0899
www.tfidentistry.com.au FEBRUARY / MARCH 2011 – KiDs on tHe CoAst
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