PAKMAG Cairns - March 2011

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issue 45

M A R 2011

What’s On

GUIDE!

book

Launch!

Pinky McKay’s new book

Cover photo courtesy of Cheeky Monkey Photography

WIN HOP

Tickets!

Comp details on page 3

Going Solo Help for single parents Cuddling older children Dealing with kids fevers Women & money

Check out the full story on page 04

Kids

MINI MAG Inside

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31 publishers note Hello and welcome to the 45th edition of PakMag. This month we’ve been planning lots of great events for you and your family including a massive Easter Egg Hunt on the Esplanade on April 2 where you can also win tickets for a special preview screening of the new animated blockbuster, HOP. This month we also wanted to highlight and pay tribute to the hard work of single parents. We think you deserve a break so we’ve organised a special PakParent party on April 7 for single parents to come along and meet other single parents. This is a great opportunity to get out of the house and have a social life! See page 3 for more info.

And, of course, we have our usual PakClub family event on March 13 - come dressed in green because we’ll be celebrating St Paddy’s Day with lots of Irish fun.

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contents parents

21 Kid’s MiniMag

04 Going solo

22 Colour it in & win

07 Physical affection

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09 Money & Work

This year has kicked off well in our household. Our New Year’s resolution was to have a family holiday every year, so we have just got back from 3 weeks in the USA. We had a great time, and even though travelling is exceptionally challenging with a nearly 2 year old, we managed and it was worth it.

Next adventure - full on toilet training.

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PakHealth

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Pakfood

Publisher: Bree James Editor: Elaine Seager What’s On/MiniMag: Trent Stievano Client Manager: Angelina Mortley Design & Layout: Trina Jensen Articles: Elaine Seager, Amanda Cranston, Shannon du Plessis & submitted writers Phone: 4034 3331 Fax: 4034 3342 Email: info@pakmag.com.au Address: Level 2, 68 Abbott Street Virginia House, Cairns QLD 4870 Postal: PO Box 7433, Cairns QLD 4870

kids

02 What’s new

Don’t forget we are also major sponsors of the IGA Rhymes Kids Music Festival in Townsville on June 28. There will be heaps of well known kids acts so get in early for $35 early bird tickets.

pakmag

pakmag : for parents of beans to teens

11 Catholic Education 13 MacDonnells Law

20 Out & about photos 21 Mini Mag

PakActivities

babies & toddlers 31 PakBaby

things to win

23 What’s On 29 Out & about photos

02 WIN HOP tickets

31 PakBaby

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WIN Calanna Glucosamine capsules

34 Proarch Podiatry

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WIN a double movie pass

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PakParent

22 WIN a mystery prize 4 mystery prizes to WIN

39 Tackling Teens

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40 Wardrobe Wake Up

32 WIN Berry Safe Insect Repellent

43 Music fun begun young

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WIN a copy of the Infertility Handbook

44 Fav Pets / Competition winners 46 Daddy Diary 47 Movie of the Month 48 Stockland Time for a Break

cover shot Model: Leah Lee Photographer: A big thanks to Cheeky Monkey Photography

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what’s new march

what’s new march Little Book Club

Movie Releases

New books this month at Cairns Libraries include: Can You Moo Too? David Wojtowycz – A perfect board book for 2-3 year olds with

Wasted on the Young © 2011 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

(TBA) In cinemas March 3

The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets’ Nest (TBA) In cinemas March 3

Handy Manny (TBA) In cinemas March 5

Rango (TBA) In cinemas March 10

WIN HOP tickets!

Blending state-of-the-art animation with live action, HOP tells the comic tale of Fred (James Marsden), an out-of-work slacker who accidentally injures the Easter Bunny (voiced by Russell Brand) and must take

Battle Los Angeles (TBA)

him in as he recovers. As Fred struggles

In cinemas March 17

with the worlds worst houseguest, both

sounds.

Esplanade from 3-4pm on Saturday 2 April. We will also be giving away tickets to a special

Look Out Leon!

– Young children over 3 will love this fun pull-the-

In cinemas April 7

year olds about conduct and self-perception.

In Cinemas 7 april 2011

email us at competitions@pakmag.com.au

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To register your cat simply fill out a form

to strange shapes because you can now

declaring that you own the cat and it wears

hire novelty and character cake tins from as

either a tag or has a microchip inserted under

little as $5. TINS – Cake Tin Hire have a large

the skin identifying its owner. Registration

range including everything from popular TV,

of pets assists Council in quickly identifying

cartoon and movie characters to dinosaurs,

and reuniting lost animals with their owners.

pirates, butterflies, ponies and a whole lot

Free registration for desexed cats is available

more. Most come with easy baking and

until June 2011, as an incentive for people

decorating instructions.

to neuter their feline friends. Fees for a non-

information go to www.steffenbinke.com or

For more info call Nicole 0418 786 045 or go

desexed cat are $35 per year. Registration

phone Steffen on 0405 019 581.

to www.tinscaketinshire.com

If you’re looking for something a bit different for your next family portrait check out Steffen Binke’s fabulous underwater images. If you and the kids enjoy getting wet the end

forms can be downloaded from the website.

All the Single Daddies, All the Single Mummies Earth Hour Saturday 26 March at 8.30pm!

For your chance to win tickets to see a special preview of HOP on 3 April at Birch Carroll & Coyle Central Cinemas at 10.30am

www.birch.com.au

Council providing a three month grace

and produced by Chris Meledandri’s

WIN movie tickets!

In cinemas April 7

Feeling ambitious about creating a novelty

Government legislation, with Cairns Regional

You no longer need to carve your cakes in

results are beautiful and magical. For more

the blockbuster Alvin and the Chipmunks

mid-December 2010 under new Queensland

period to 11 March 2011.

The Very Fairy Princess – A lovely book for 4-5

novelty cake tins cake for your child’s next birthday party?

from hungry eyes!

Don’t forget to switch your lights off on

Just Go With It (TBA)

underwater portraits

Chameleon as he hides

Julie Andrews

cat lovers!

Cat registration became mandatory from

tab book about Leon the

Illumination Entertainment (Despicable Me).

HOP (TBA)

preview screening of HOP on the morning of Sunday 3 April.

Jez Alborough

The film is helmed by Tim Hill, Director of In cinemas April 7

Easter’s so late this year that we thought we’d treat the kids to an early Easter Egg Hunt. Thanks to Cadbury’s we’ll be giving away heaps of FREE chocolate so come along and join us on the

will learn what is takes to finally grow up.

Rio (TBA)

eggs-cellent fun

playful baby animal

and tell us which other animated movie Russell Brand recently starred in?

PakClub Next PakClub: 13 March (5-7pm at Cazaly’s)

Put your Hands Up! Pakmag’s single ParenTs ParTy Want to meet other separated mums & dads? This event will be fun, interactive, & a great opportunity to network. Prizes, games & activities - this is all about you!

Tickets: Include drink on arrival, nibbles & a discount drinks card + entertainment.

Tickets are $10 each - only 100 available, so be quick! Get your tickets now from www.pakmag.com.au & fill in your rego form. Call Fiona on 0402 529 610 for info.

Theme: Come dressed in green for Saint Patrick’s Day. Fantastic prizes to be won!

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going solo

Single parents Story thanks to Shannon du Plessis

Life is tough for single parents, but there is help Every time I’m feeling sleep deprived, or trying

“Having sole control of the parenting decisions

mothers, including chat site: www.csmc.org.au

to juggle the needs of two children, I quite often

was great but sometimes it’s nice to have another

(The Queensland group can be found here:

feel a sense of gratitude that I have my husband

perspective on some of the decisions.”

www.nwjc.org.au/avcwl/lists/info/qld

to help me. And when the going gets really tough, I think to myself “how on earth do single parents cope?” I have a new respect for mums and dads who do it alone, and recognise that it is truly hard work.

Between 1986 and 2001, single parent families increased by 53 per cent, and by 2006 there were on average 486,000 one parent families

pressure of having no one to blame but myself

• Triple P Positive Parenting Program:

when I make the wrong ones.”

www.triplep.net

“No one to relieve me when I’m unwell.”

• Parentline: 1300 301 300, telephone

“Not having anyone to share the really wonderful moments with (or the really awful ones).”

counselling service providing professional counselling and support for parents.

• Relationships Australia, phone 1300 364 277,

Being a single parent can have its disadvantages,

can come about for all sorts of different reasons

but it also has its benefits. Solo parents make

but no matter how they are formed, they all face

the decisions about their child’s eating, sleeping,

similar challenges. Isolation, lack of support,

discipline and development, without arguing

• Lifeline, phone 131 114, offering 24 hour

financial stress and emotional problems can all

with another adult. And, as one parent told me “I

telephone counselling service.

become overwhelming and quite often this is felt

get all the love and cuddles to myself!”

Parenting is an important job, so it baffles me

offering resources to help enhance and support relationships.

Info/Links for Fathers:

So what should single parents do to create a

that a working mother is criticised for not staying

• Dads in Distress, offers support for

happy family environment? First and foremost

at home with her children, but if her marriage

fathers after separation and divorce,

is to get support. Relatives, friends or a support

breaks down, and she has to take care of her

www.dadsindistress.asn.au

group can help you manage stress, have time

children instead of working, she is tainted as a

out from the children and be able to unwind and

bludger.

refresh. It’s also a good idea for your children to have more than one adult role model.

Single parents need to work twice as hard to forge strong bonds with their children. Every child needs someone to feel safe with, someone with whom they can let down their guard. In a two-parent family, one partner may provide support when the other is unavailable, but as a single parent, you are the sole support 24 hours a day. You have to engage your child in activities they love and be an active participant in their

many single mothers have faced.

If you know someone in this situation, offer to

non-residential fathers and their children.

• Lone Fathers Association Australia, www.lonefathers.com.au

give them a hand, or babysit so they can get some “me-time”.

Single parent resources: • Child Support Agency, for child support payments: www.csa.gov.au or phone 131 272 • Centrelink, for parenting payment info and

felt were the hardest parts about solo parenting.

other assistance: www.centrelink.gov.au

“Feeling so much responsibility... financial,

• Lone Parent Family Support Service:

emotional and everything in between.”

www.loneparentfamilysupport.com.au

“The thing I found hard was not having help -

• Parents Without Partners, for info, useful links

the type where you can just walk out of a messy

and articles: www.pwpaustralia.net

other parent will deal with it.”

• Australian Camp Connect Association, www.campconnect.org.au offers programs for

It’s a huge contradiction and one that I’m sure

interests. I asked some single parents what they

house full of screaming kids and know that the

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solomums.html)

with children under 15. Single-parent families

by the child as well.

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“Having to make all the decisions and the

• National Council of Single Mothers and their Children, a lobby group for the rights of single

Single Parents Night Come along & join us at 6.30pm on 7 April at the Courthouse on the Deck for our Single Parents Party.

This event will be fun, interactive & a great opportunity to network.

Tickets are only $10 and include a drink on arrival, nibbles & a discount card plus entertainment. Get your ticket now at www.pakmag.com.au & fill in your rego form.

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Cuddling big kids Story thanks to Sue Dillicar

physical affection Cuddles become scarce as your children grow older, writes Sue Dillicar Showing affection comes easily with small

attempted to hug him at the soccer field, he

children. We happily smother our babies in

might be happy to accept it at home. Another

kisses and hugs but once children reach the

child might reject kisses altogether but still

age where they are always on the go, parents

enjoy the rough and tumble affection that

(1) Keep daily rituals like morning and

can find themselves going whole days without

comes with a wrestle or game. My older

touching their kids. Indeed, research shows

children, for instance, don’t like to be cuddled

that while 90% of parents hug their small

but they can’t resist the offer of a back tickle

children (under 3 years) every day, this drops

or having their hair stroked. So don’t give up

to as low as 50% for older children. Yet older

on trying to show affection – just change your

children need affection just as much as small

tactics.

children.

(2) Eat together as a family at the table

every night.

(3) Plan family time at the weekends.

(4) Play games like soccer, tennis or bowling.

Even Wii Sports can be a chance to

‘If I try to hug my 11 year old she pulls away’

important to make sure you’re still spending

is a commonly heard complaint amongst

time with them as a family and with each

parents with older children. This resistance can

individual child. Make a point to schedule

(5) Build night-time routines eg. reading a

lead to parents feeling rejected by their child

regular activities that allow you to connect

book together, sitting on their bed for a

and not offering any further physical affection.

and make conversation with them, for

few minutes at bedtime etc.

This, in turn, can make the child feel unloved.

example, taking a neighbourhood walk,

more than self-consciousness and a sensitivity

sharing a milkshake somewhere or going shopping.

connect & laugh with your kids.

(6) Develop a secret code that only the

two of you know.

(7) Come home early at least once a week

to anything that might be embarrassing. Older

By continuing to show affection as children

kids still need the reassurance and affirmation

grow up, you make it more likely that they

that comes from receiving affection. The trick

will grow into adults who can show affection

(8) Cook in bulk so you don’t have to cook

is to show affection in ways that won’t trigger

easily. So hang in there and one day you will

every night. Use that time to relax for a

their ‘mushiness’ radar.

be pleasantly surprised when your child turns

while and spend time with your kids.

So, while a child might be horrified if Dad

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night time kisses or hugs.

Older kids can have busy social lives so it’s

Yet this resistance to affection is often nothing

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TOP TIPS:

just to have fun with your kids.

around and give YOU a hug!

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money & work Story thanks to Diane Clarke

be your own matchmaker Choosing the right job to apply for can be as complex as choosing the right partner. If he likes poetry and moonlit walks, while you’re into sky diving and punk rock it’s unlikely to be a match made in heaven. Same goes for your career choice.

[1] Be honest with yourself and your

[3] HR departments don’t play games. When

prospective employer. Don’t say that you love

the job ad says that certain skills are essential,

working with people if your idea of heaven is

desirable or demonstrated they mean exactly

data entry in a quiet office. It’s a relationship

that. You will need to prove on your resume

doomed to fail.

that you have the skills for the job if you’re

[2] Don’t set yourself up for unnecessary

hoping to get to first base!

women & money Some basic facts about women and money are well recognised: lower average incomes, broken work patterns – usually for family reasons – less time with compulsory

rejection. If an employer goes to the trouble

Diane Clarke is the CEO of RediTeach

contributions, and in the end, less super. Not

of writing that a driver’s licence is ‘essential’,

Essential Training. For more information visit

only that, women’s savings need to go further

applying for that role without a licence is a

www.rediteach.edu.au

because they live longer than men.

If that wasn’t enough, the increasing

waste of everyone’s time.

trend towards a ‘single’ culture is another reminder that we need to plan for financial

independence.

passion to succeed

The 2008 Financial Literacy report – Women Understanding Money tells us that many women already have the budgeting and

Karen Keynes, owner of an online business that sells kitchenware for the eco-conscious (www.greenurlife.com.au), decided to become a mumpreneur after a nine year career in accounting.

Like many mums she found the demands

GreenUrLife with a girlfriend over a glass of

of juggling a traditional career with

red wine (business idea #1654!), she asked

motherhood too strenuous and was

me what was stopping me from making it

looking for a way to make an income

happen. The rest, as they say, is history!”

that was flexible around her new family.

As she says “I have always been an ideas person but whenever I came up with great business ideas nothing ever happened.

Then, when I explained the concept of

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This business idea was different because it was something that Karen was extremely passionate about and this keeps her motivated to succeed.

savings habits needed to put themselves in charge of their money. However, when it comes to investing, planning for the future and retirement - all the things that give us greater freedom in the long run – we are less confident.

The good news from the report is that most of us are willing to learn and want to get better at our finances. TFS financial planning is holding a series of Women and Money workshops with Financial Planner, Fiona Mountford that will address money issues from a woman’s perspective. More details can be found at www.tfs.net.au or by calling TFS on 07 4046 5555.

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Catholic Education Story thanks to Christine Masters

families in the fast lane Make sure your children are involved in extra curricular activities for the right reasons, writes Christine Masters Everyone knows a ‘busy kid’ – one who’s always

In dire cases, even very young children can find

an era when families just “did things together”

dashing from one activity to the next. Some

themselves suffering adult-sized burn-out and

such as barbecues, fun at the park, mucking

children thrive on back-to-back diary dates but

wind up crying on a psychologist’s shoulder.

about in the backyard, helping around the

others quickly become exhausted and crave downtime with their families. Of course, every family is different.

things, I think to our detriment.”

of a popular family support website, Family

Some parents have allowed themselves to be

try to cram too much into their pint-sized

Capers, said families needed to question

caught up in competitiveness, even though

days. Sometimes parents drive the activity,

the motives behind all this busy-ness. “The

they might not be competitive by nature. “And

sometimes it’s the children. Some after-school

activities our children are doing need to be

the reason for that is nothing more sinister than

activities do away with the need for babysitters

positive, enjoyable and rewarding for them. We

parents just wanting to be the best parents

if both parents work. Some children may

should not be sending them off to activities for

they can be,” she said. Social pressure tended

model their little lives on their parents’ hectic

questionable reasons such as, ‘I did this when I

to decide “what a parent should be”, she said.

schedules; some may try to keep up with the

was a child’, or from a stance of, ‘I never had the

“That’s a big guilt factor – parents feeling

other kids at school. Some may fear they’ll miss

chance, so I will give them the opportunity to

they are not living up to an impossible ideal.

out; others may fear obesity or just want to fit

do it all’. Good intentions can often put extra

Parents should model their parenting on their

in. Some seem to expend more energy racing

pressure on our kids without meaning to.”

individual circumstances and what is best for

the activity itself.

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Linda Enever, Managing Director and Editor

busy we seem to be missing out on these

There are lots of reasons why some kids

between activities than they do engaging in

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Why are our children so busy?

house, or just hanging out. “We are now so

Ms Enever points to changes in society for the shift in priorities and laments the passing of

them and their family and should resist other people’s, the media’s, and society’s idealistic standards.”

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Shared parenting Story thanks to Catherine Ross

choosing the right school Choosing the right school for your child may be child’s play when both mother and father are in a meaningful relationship and share the same views and values. However, this important decision for your child can get complicated after the breakdown of a relationship.

In some cases, where parents are unable to agree, it is necessary to obtain the Court’s permission before you enrol your child in a particular school or change their school.

Parents are generally able to make important

other. Some limited exceptions apply, such as

decisions about their child’s future, including

where there has been abuse or family violence, or

education, unilaterally. Naturally, this can

the Court is otherwise satisfied that equal share

become difficult post separation where parents

parental responsibility is not in the best interest

at logger heads in deciding what is the most

of the particular child.

appropriate school for their child.

to agreement.

[2] If you still cannot agree, engage a mediator –

preferably a registered Family Dispute

Resolution Provider.

presumption is that parents should be able

may apply to the Court for a “parenting order”

to jointly share duties and responsibilities

[3] The last resort is to seek parenting orders

to determine which school the child should be

concerning the care, welfare and development

enrolled in. When making parenting orders, the

of their children. There is a positive obligation

paramount consideration for the Court is “the

conferred on both parents to ensure that they

best interests of the child”.

fulfil their duties and meet their responsibilities.

As the law stands, the Court will presume that it

Furthermore, the law considers that the best

Family Law Specialists on 4030 600 or enquire

is in the best interest of the child for parents to

interests of children are met by both parents

via our website www.macdonnells.com.au

have “equal shared parental responsibility” – that

having a meaningful involvement in their lives,

is, parents should consult each other, and make

and that adequate and proper parenting will

decisions together on important issues regarding

help children achieve their full potential.

This article is intended only to provide general information and does

Where parents have different view about school,

advice. Readers should make their own enquiries or seek legal advice

presumption applies automatically even though the children may live with one parent more than

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[1] Talk to each other and try to come

Where parents are unable to agree, either parent

the child’s care, welfare and development. This

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One of the principles underlying of this

your child in school or change schools:

these are the steps to follow before you enrol

from the Court to break the deadlock.

For more information on equal shared parental responsibility or parenting orders dealing with school enrolment, contact MacDonnells Law,

not constitute, nor should it be used or treated as, professional or legal before making any decisions concerning their own interests.

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PakHealth feature Story thanks to Fiona Bannister

snack time Three meals a day is not enough for most children as they have smaller stomachs and can only eat small amounts at a time. So, small and nutritious snacks between meals will provide the energy and nutrition needed for healthy growth and development.

Snacking also provides a good opportunity to re-enforce good eating habits. Unfortunately, popular snack foods like chips, pastries and sweets are high in bad (saturated) fat, sugar

Easter Egg Hunt!

3pm-4pm Sat 2 April near the Esplanade Lagoon Bring your Easter bonnet for a parade, plus a small basket to collect your Cadbury Easter Eggs.

Win tickEtS to SEE our ExcLuSivE PrEviEW of HoP on APriL 3!

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• Fresh or canned fruit

• Low fat fruit muffins

• Vegetable sticks (e.g. carrot, cucumber,

Encourage your children to try a variety of

capsicum) with low-fat dips

different snacks (make snack time fun and get

and salt. These foods are also usually high in

• Raisin toast, pikelets, crumpets or pancakes

kilojoules which can lead to unhealthy weight

with a light spread

gain. As a guide, choose snacks that are less than 600 kilojoules per serve.

Snack foods should contain lots of nutrients.

Some healthy snack ideas include:

amount of ‘treats’ available in the house.

Fiona is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD)

• Rice cakes topped with tomato and reduced-fat cheese or sliced banana • Yoghurt (natural or fruit)

Fevers - help my child feels hot!

the kids involved in making them) and limit the

at Health Management (4051 9093). For more info go to www.healthmanagement.com.au or follow them on Facebook: Nutrition Gurus

thanks to Dr Julie Driscoll

A fever is a temperature greater than 37.5oC and is a sign of an infection. Viruses or bacteria can cause them. Fevers are quite common in children because the hypothalamus, which is the body’s thermostat, is still forming in the young brain.

An elevated temperature stimulates the body’s

It is not unusual for a viral infection to begin

child convulses with a temperature. Febrile

PLEASE notE: There will be a hunt area for under 5’s & 6-12 year olds. There will be a limit on the amount of tokens your kids can collect on

own immune response and because of this

with a fever that settles in a day or two before

convulsions affect 3% of children from

the day to redeem for eggs and HOP tickets to make it equitable for all entrants. HOP tickets are only redeemable for the preview on April 13.

there is no need to treat a temperature of less

the other symptoms appear. If the temperature

6 months to 6 years. They aren’t associated with

than 38 degrees Celsius with medicine. Simply

continues beyond this time, is a temperature of

any brain damage but the hospital is the best

keep the child comfortable and cool. Perhaps

39.5 degrees for 24 hours, or if you have a baby

place to confirm the diagnosis.

take off a t-shirt or sponge with tepid water but

less than 6 months of age - see your doctor. If at

shivering is not desired. Don’t worry if they’re

any time you are worried by other symptoms,

not hungry but offer sips of water. For higher

trust your instincts and seek medical help.

temperatures (greater than 38 degrees) it is

Hyperpyrexia is an extremely rare elevation of

appropriate to give paracetamol (Panadol) or

body temperature of greater than 41.5 degrees

ibuprofen (Nurofen). Use according to the age

Celsius and is considered a medical emergency.

related instructions.

Go to the emergency department if your

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PakHealth snippets Back Pain story thanks to CAA

pain in the back The Chiropractors’ Association of Australia is warning parents and students about the long term impact of poorly fitted or over loaded backpacks & school bags.

According to Dr Billy Chow, Chiropractors’

The CAA recommends the following tips to

Association of Australia (CAA) national

prevent back pain associated with the carrying of

spokesperson, mounting scientific evidence

heavy backpacks:

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According to one international study, daily backpack carrying is a frequent cause of discomfort for school children. School backpacks were felt to be heavy by 79.1% of children, to cause fatigue by 65.7%, and to cause back pain by 46.1%.

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thoroughly coat.

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at Cazalys

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St Patrick’s Day 13 Mar at Cazalys

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green = kids

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ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME Mondo Family Night with Terry Doyle & Rachel Live Music: Small Baggage Free Fun Kids - Getting Active Soul Train Yoga - BOOTCAMP YOGA Free Fun Kids - Getting Active Singer Songwriter Night Live Music: Flavez

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regular weekly events XTREME ILLUSIONS Dinner Show Starring Sam Powers at the Reef Hotel Casino Every Mon-Sat @ 7.30pm > Call 1300 500 331 to book.

GO Bowling Cairns Specials on all month for adults, kids, birthdays and groups!

(07) 4053 3497. Super Special Sunday Sessions - 3pm until late ($15.50 p/p for 3 games) Cairns Recreation Centre Heaps of fun activities for kids 7 days a week. For further information and session times call (07) 4053 5353 Fun Free Fitness (07) 4044 3715 - For all timetables & class info go to: www.cairnsesplanade.com.au/funfreefitness

The SANDS Support group meets on the second Friday of each month 10am-12pm at the Marlin Coast Neighborhood Centre in Smithfield (45 Cumberland Ave). If you would like more info call Nerissa on 4098 3089 or Kelly on 4033 7917.

The 24/7 phone listeners line is 1800 228 655.

Cairns PCYC MON to THUR - Kindy Kidz Gym @ 9am-10am Cost is $7. Call (07) 4053 1532 for more info Playgroup Queensland 1800 171 882 Mon-Fri for families with 0-5 year olds Gecko’s Indoor Play Centre (07) 4038 1181 Celebrate your child’s special occasion at Gecko’s. All your party food favourites, games & a party host so you can relax & enjoy.

CAZALY’s Wed throught to Sat - Live Music @ 7.30pm Cazalys Juniors Kids Club 6pm Sundays Brothers Leagues KIDS Club Every Sun - Kids Disco 3.30pm-6pm (ages 3-12yrs) AJ Hackett Live Music Sundays, BBQ & Free Jumping Castle for Kids Ravenshoe Rail 1.30pm Sundays Red Beret Kids Club Sundays 11.30-4pm, Sunday Buffet Breakfast $10, Monday-Believe it or not trivia

regular markets Atherton Markets 1st Sat of each month from 7am at Platypus Park

Cooktown Markets Every Sat from 8am - noon at Lions Park

Mt Sheridan Markets 2nd Sat of month at Mt Sheridan Plaza

Babinda Markets 1st Sat of each month, except January, from 8am, Munro St

Gordonvale Cottage Markets 1st Sat of each month from 8am-12pm at Norman Park

Pier Farmgate Market 7.30am-2pm every Sat at the Pier Shopping Centre

Rusty’s Markets All day Fri, until 2pm Sat & Sun, Grafton St

Innisfail Red Cross Markets 3rd Sun of each month at Anzac Memorial Park

Port Douglas Markets Every Sun from 8.30am-2pm at Anzac Park

Esplanade Markets Every Sat from 8am-4pm at the Esplanade

Kuranda Markets Every Wed, Thu, Fri & Sun 9am-3pm in Therwine St

Ravenshoe Markets 4th Sun of the month

Holloways Beach Markets 2nd Sun of month 8am-1pm at Holloways Beachfront

Malanda Markets 3rd Sat of each month from 6am-12pm at Jack May Park

Mt Sheridan Markets 2nd Sat of every month

Mareeba Markets 2nd Sat of each month at Centenary Park, Byrnes St

SPeewah Markets Every Sun 8am-2pm Carpark of the Speewah Tavern, Speewah Road, 6ks past Kuranda

Night Markets Daily from 4.30pm-11pm, entry from Espanade or Abbott St

Mission Beach Markets 1st & 3rd Sun of each month 6.30am-12pm, opposite Hideaway

Northern Beaches Markets 3rd Sun of each month from 9am-3pm, Smithfield Shopping Centre Tanks Art Centre Markets Last Sun of each month from 9am-1pm

Monster Markets Last Sun of each month 8am-2pm, April-Nov at Marcs Park Mossman Markets Every Sat from 7am-12pm under the raintrees

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Swap Meet @ Rodeo Drive-in Mareeba Every Sun from April-September, Highway 3 Tolga Markets First Sun of each month at Morrow Park Race Course Tully Markets Every second & fourth Sat of each month at Tully Showgrounds Yungaburra Markets Fourth Sat of each month 7.30am-12.30pm in the Main St

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out & about

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Palm Cove Romy enjoying the sun and sand at Abbey enjoying the sun and sand at

Nessa at the Pirate Ship

Briana at Palm Cove

Shanti at Sugar World Gardens

Palm Cove

Lily enjoying the sun

Out & About photos thanks to anya at Cheeky Monkey Photography

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cairns obstetrics & gynaecology T h e O N LY C h O i C e F O R e x C e L L e N C e i N W O M e N ’ S h e A LT h

• ONLY private female obstetrician in town.

• ONLY private lactation service in Cairns.

• ONLY private ultrasound service for obstetrics

• ONLY private obstetrician in Cairns routinely giving

performed and reported by an obstetrician with post

15 minute antenatal appointments after a 30 minute

graduate diploma in high risk obstetric ultrasound.

booking visit.

• ONLY private nuchal translucency service with results given at time of scan.

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• ONLY place in Far North Queensland where a lactation consultant is able to fit you properly for a maternity bra.

• ONLY private obstetrician bulk billing routinely for antenatal services after a one-off “pregnancy management fee” is paid – this is further discounted for women having second and subsequent babies and

• ONLY private obstetrician routinely working with midwifery support.

• ONLY private CTG service outside of hospital.

10 mins with Pinky McKay

is also eligible for a Medicare rebate.

See us on line at www.cairns-obgyn.com.au • PHONE us on 4031 5811 or send us a fax on 4041 3615 or just drop in! We’re upstairs on the Mezzanine Level at The Pier at the Marina, next to the Shangri-La.

Amanda Cranston chats to baby guru Pinky McKay ahead of the launch of her latest book ‘Parenting By Heart’

Follow the signs to Dr. Natalie Kiesey-Calding (MBBS, FRANZCOG, RCOG/RCR Dip Adv Obs US)

received when she had her first child was from her own mum, who told her to just “feed them and love them and they will grow”.

Top tips for new parents: [1] You can’t spoil a baby so love them and cuddle them whenever they cry.

Pinky says there is so much advice on hand about

kids

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[2] Trust yourself, trust your baby and trust

have a new baby that it can be overwhelming,

your feelings.

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[3] It all goes so quickly and your kids grow so fast, so kiss them every chance you get.

but you never know what kind of baby you will

[4] If you get frustrated or upset, just start again

get so there is no one rule fits all,” she explains.

because your baby is very forgiving.

“The best thing any new mum and dad can With five children of her own, three grandchildren, a private practice in Melbourne, many keynote speaking engagements and now a new book to promote, Pinky never tires of talking

do is follow their instincts. As long as it is safe,

[5] Don’t be afraid to ask for help because

respectful and feels right, then parents should

people really do love to share a baby.

feel confident in their decisions and understand

Top tips for parents of toddlers:

that every family is unique.”

[1] Slow down and enjoy those minutes because

about the joys of parenthood and how good

Pinky says decisions about breastfeeding, bottle

advice can make all the difference in the early

feeding, using a dummy, crying techniques and

days. She says new mums today feel an incredible

sleep routines should be made by the parents

[2] Don’t take it personally, keep your sense

pressure to live up to unrealistic expectations as

and family and friends should respect their

of humour.

well as cope with a new baby. “Many new mums

decisions rather than criticise them. She says

think they need to be a yummy mummy with a

first time parents often feel overwhelmed, tired,

[3] Be honest because other parents are going

great looking body straight after giving birth,

unsure and exhausted and need support and

through the same thing.

have a clean home, be constantly in control and

encouragement to become more confident

have a baby that sleeps through the night, but it

parents. “My new book aims to help new mums

is completely unrealistic. Nobody tells them there

and dads understand that they are the experts

are days that just getting dressed or brushing

about their baby because they know their baby

‘Parenting By Heart’ is published by Penguin

their teeth is a huge feat, and every mum has

better than anyone else and need to trust their

Books and is available in all good book stores for

days like this whether or not they admit it,”

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you can sometimes disconnect.

[4] Have fun with your child and in turn find the child within you.

Pinky laughs. She says the best advice she ever

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pakbaby

pakbaby mozzie safe

With the threat of dengue

babes in arms

happy travelling

This month’s Babes in Arms movie sessions at Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas are:

still around it is important that we protect babies from biting insects without

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and young children. If you’re planning an

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delicate skin tends to absorb

overseas trip it can be a good idea to visit a GP

more than adult skin. A

at least six weeks before you depart, even for

safer option is Berry Safe

families who are not straying off the beaten

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and use this checklist:

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1) Your itinerary. Explain where you are going, for how long, and what sort of accommodation you will be in.

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oil, 100% pure essential oils of eucalyptus,

This possibly includes updating you and your

thyme, lavender, witch hazel, rose/geranium

child’s scheduled Australian vaccinations.

5) Breastfeeding. Make sure you tell your

Don’t forget, it’s not just for babies, all noisy

vaccinations are being prescribed.

under-5 year olds are welcome too.

6) Pre-existing medical conditions. These need to be explored with your doctor in the context of your planned trip e.g. kids with

Dr Danielle Esler is a local mum, GP and public health physician. She is writing a book to assist parents travelling with infants and children under five. If you are willing to contribute

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family needs prescriptions for anti-malarial

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Story thanks to Tyson Franklin

Lower limb & foot pain is a very common, but often overlooked, complaint during pregnancy.

There are two factors which cause this: 1) the

can become quite painful. If there is only swelling

• Wear seamless socks that do not constrict

natural weight gain and changing body shape of

in one foot, in the face or hands, a doctor should

circulation.

pregnant women creates a new weight-bearing

be contacted immediately.

stance, which in turn places increased pressure on the legs and feet. And 2) as the body starts to naturally release hormones that relax ligaments in preparation for childbirth, it also causes the ligaments that support the bones in your feet and legs to relax.

• If you are driving for a long period of time, take

Treatment

regular breaks to stretch your legs. Stretching is a great way to promote circulation.

Over-Pronation (fallen arches) can be treated conservatively by wearing supportive shoes with good arch support; however many women also require custom-made foot supports so that the is severe foot pain, having something custom-

• Drink plenty of water to keep the body

made is always the best option.

hydrated.

Oedema in the legs and feet can also be

• Eat a well-balanced diet and avoid foods high

minimized by following these tips:

in salt that can cause water retention. If unsure,

• Elevate your feet as often as possible.

prolonged walking.

• Have your feet measured several times

Swelling in the feet normally occurs in the latter

throughout your pregnancy, as the size of your

part of pregnancy. When feet are swollen, they

feet may/will probably change.

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pakparent What’s new with Lou

infertility handbook One in six Aussie couples trying to conceive are riding the emotional rollercoaster of infertility, with a huge one in three couples predicted to be affected by infertility in the next ten years.

Local SEA FM Announcer Lou Morrow shares parenting tips:

And, of course, secondary infertility affects many couples who already have a child. One of the most important factors affecting fertility is

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There’s nothing like becoming a parent to hone the senses. With cubs to protect we’re soon channeling our inner lionesses!

thousands on treatments without knowing

It is a perfectly natural instinct to watch over your babies to ensure they don’t come to harm in a world they don’t quite yet understand. But modern times mean we have new and frightening things to get defensive about. For me, this includes the likes of Mr. Whippy! I’m convinced he has a sadistic side.

Where did he get that radar that alerts him to the fact that it’s nap time in our house, and now would be the perfect time to drive by blaring a loud crackly version of ‘Greensleeves’.

I also recall getting quite narky at a couple of girls who thought that a parent’s room would be the perfect place to open up their stinky, messy hair die and apply it…in the parent’s room? At a shopping centre?

any scientific evidence to back them up. Angela Hutchin’s has just released a new book called

I’m happy to report I’m a little more relaxed these days now that mine are no longer babies, but if you should ever find yourself on the receiving end of a look that resembles that of a lioness about to pounce, you’d best check you’re not messing with the cubs!

exactly how the treatments work, what the possible side-effects are and whether there is the Infertility Handbook as a result of her own 6-year battle to conceive. The book is a onestop handbook for couples with lots of information on all sides of infertility. It includes a list of products that can adversely affect your fertility (including aspirin!).

WIN a copy of the infertility handbook!!!

For your chance to win a copy of this book simply email us at competitions@pakmag.com.au and tell us after what age fertility begins to decrease?

parenting courses There are two free Triple P parenting courses starting on the 8th and 31st March at the Smithfield Community Centre on Danbulan Street. They aim to provide parents with positive parenting techniques and tips on problem behaviours. They run for 2 hours from 10am. For more information or to register call 4226 4800.

Party room for hire • Starting from $50 for a fully airconditioned facility • Catering is also available upon request • Advice on entertainment, decorations & cakes

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tackling teens Columnist Denise Bewert answers your questions about handling challenges with today’s teenagers.

READER QUESTION: My son is 16 and I just

‘gateway’ drug to more addictive and harmful

the meantime, gain as much knowledge as you

found some marijuana in his laundry. He

substances? Are you worried that he’s mixing with

can about a range of drugs so you can discuss

claims it is someone else’s. How should I

drug users? Be clear in your mind about what

the effects that specific drugs have on personal

handle it?

it is that concerns you and then sit down and

appearance, behaviours and finances.

Marijuana is the number one prohibited drug used in Australian society. Much of the marijuana sold today has been genetically modified and is four to five times more potent than it used to be in the 1970’s and 1980’s. Yet many young people are using it as a ‘soft’ option to other drugs.

Firstly, what is it about this situation that is concerning you?

Are you worried that your son could get in to trouble with the police for drug possession? Are you concerned about the health and safety risks?

Are you worried that he may use marijuana as a

calmly discuss them with him. Reassure him that you are only discussing the matter because you care about him. If he says that the marijuana is ‘someone else’s’ then you may have to accept his explanation.

Note: Remember that venturing into new experiences is a normal part of the growing up process. Drug use is very much part of Australian culture. Many young people investigate the effects various drugs have on their bodies and

There is a fact sheet on the short and long term

minds and more than 90% of them learn to use

effects of marijuana use that you can download

drugs (including alcohol) in a responsible way as

from www.druginfo.adf.org.au. Ask him to pass

they grow up.

this information on to his friend. Reassure him that at 16, you trust him to make decisions and choices that protect his safety and health. Let him know that you are always there, though, if he has issues that he wants to discuss with you. In

Denise Bewert is a Guidance Officer, mother of two and author of two books, Tackling Teens and Troubled Teens. If you would like to ask Denise a question about your teenager please send an email to: denise.bewert@bigpond.com

careers & education expo Every year the Careers & Education Expo brings exhibitors together in Cairns to present the community with thousands of career and training options.

Exhibitors come from a huge variety of

with the knowledge, skills and resources to find

organisations including local colleges,

employment in the local business community

universities, employers, the Defence Force and

from Tully to the Cape. Every year they run

several southern universities.

competitions, forums, seminars and other events

Whether you are a Grade 10 student who needs to know what subjects to take over the next two years to gain a university place, an employee who

opportunities for their school leaving children.

The Careers & Education Expo will be held on

seeker looking for a new direction or a parent

Friday 27 May at the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre

encouraging your children to explore career

at the Cairns Show Grounds. Entry is free. Most

pathways – the Expo brings all this information

school visits take place between 9am and 2.30pm.

together in a trade show style exhibition.

The later afternoon is ideal for students attending

of the Business Liaison Association which is a non-profit organisation that was developed in 1993 to provide secondary school students

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whilst educating parents on trends in career

needs extra skills to qualify for a promotion, a job

The Careers & Education Expo is an initiative

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to provide career opportunities to students

with their parents, and for adult jobseekers and the general public that may just be interested in new Career pathways. The Expo is openuntil 5.00pm. For more info go to www.bla.org.au

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Wardrobe wakeup Story thanks to Elaine Seager

look and I picked a figure hugging dress for

and anaemic and unfortunately my whole

her to show off her vivacious personality

wardrobe was made up of black and white!

and body shape. The navy blue is more

So my immediate goal was to start buying

complimentary for her skin tone than black

colourful clothes and since then I’ve been

and it gives off an impression of peace and

getting a lot of positive comments about the

calm which I thought would suit her business

way I look.

role whilst also being flattering for date nights.

Gerlinda also gave me valuable advice

Carol’s conclusion:

about what’s age appropriate – she would

I’ve never worked with a personal stylist

professional business owner in my 40’s with

before but it was a really fun experience. By

young children so I don’t want to dress like

sitting me in front of a VERY large mirror,

a teenager, nor do I want to look older than

with a VERY bright light Gerlinda was able to

necessary. I now feel that I know what I’m

show me how some colours suited me and

looking for when I go shopping.

some didn’t. I realised straight away that black and white make me look very washed out

say ‘Nanna’, or ‘that skirt’s too short’! I’m a

Thanks Gerlinda :)

After Before

Dressing for date nights So, if you’ve managed to get rid of the kids for

and gentle, wear romantic soft flowing fabrics,

• Show some skin: like your neck, bust,

an evening or you’re a single parent going out

if you’re more of a creative type wear some

shoulders or legs, just not all at once, leave

on a date, what should you wear?

unique jewellery. If you like to be the centre of

room for the imagination. The aim is

attention, be daring and wear a bold colour.

subtly sexy.

Gerlinda’s advice first of all is to always

Wardrobe Wake Up

know where you’re going so you can dress appropriately for the occasion. A lunch time/ coffee date calls for a more relaxed outfit like a day dress with flat shoes. For a casual dinner

Let’s face it; most mums don’t put a lot of time and effort in to keeping nice clothes in their wardrobes for date nights, even if they’re single!

And, Carol Hautot was no exception. A single mum of two children, she spends a lot of time running her business so she needed an outfit that could easily go from business meetings to dinner dates. We sent local stylist Gerlinda Aras off to give Carol a Wardrobe Wake Up. Carol’s wardrobe story:

much in the way of casual clothes but it would

because she’s time poor she’s played it safe

be nice to find clothes that are professional

with a lot of black, but black is a hard colour

“In between running a business and looking

enough for work but also flattering for

for most people to wear. Like many women

after the kids there seems to be no time for

evenings (if I happen to have a date!).

who feel they’re not at their ideal body weight

clothes shopping in my life. My wardrobe mostly consists of smart business wear, because work is where I spend most of my time, and black (it’s easy and hides the lumps and bumps!). I don’t really bother buying

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Gerlinda’s view: Carol has got herself stuck in a clothes rut. She is a very vivacious and creative personality but

she’s also tended to wear baggy clothes to hide under which makes her appear bigger than she really is (she’s very petite).

I envisaged Carol with a classy and alluring

Gerlinda’s top tips for dates: DO:

DOn’t: • Wear anything worn or torn • Wear anything daggy, baggy or saggy!!!

date she suggests opting for dark denim jeans,

• Wear matching lingerie that makes you

a dressy top and dangly earring. If it’s a 5 star

feel special

• Wear anything too see-through

• Wear Perfume (not too much)

• Wear anything too short

• Wear makeup (not too much)

• Have hairy legs/underarms

• Wash and style hair

• Dress too young or too old

restaurant choose an elegant dress, heels and sparkly jewellery.

Most importantly be yourself. Dress in clothes that complement your personality and show who you really are. If you see yourself as kind

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Unlocking your child’s potential using sound It is widely accepted that your child’s early

and reading easy books before beginning

before they turn 5 including: 1) becoming

environment is vitally important for their

school at age 5. By the time she turned 11,

multi-rhythmic with the body, 2) alternating

development. During the first year of your

she was offered a musical scholarship at the

of hands, arms and legs quickly, 3) pitching

baby’s life, 60% of the neurological system

Sorbonne in Paris.

the voice to the sounds of a doorbell, 4)

formulates. By 3, 75% is complete and 90% is reached by age 5. Personality traits are also basically established by age 3.The first 3 years are the crucial time when you can best help

Consequently, she has become a passionate advocate of early musical education for children and has been running “Music for Tots” classes

understanding simplified sounds written-down, and 5) familiarity with the three types of flexing the wrist.

in Cairns for 23 years. Her classes are designed

Connie has released a new book called ‘Music

for all children/parents without any expectation

Fun Begun Young’ which outlines all of her ideas

According to one researcher, “Nothing activates

of skill or talent. With young children, music

and methods for introducing children to music

as many areas of the brain as music”. Although

is simply fantastic fun. Learning through this

in an easy to follow format. Sections for Day

it has now been proven that music doesn’t

fun teaches participants a wide number of

Carers and Early Learning Centre Staff are also

directly make your child smarter, the education

skills without them even realising it. Connie’s

provided. A DVD and two CDs are available in a

and enrichment that it provides does enable

colorful classes utilise 52 different instruments,

set for $12.

your child to develop more skills and neural

plus singing, reading, rhythm, movement,

connections, expanding the brain in positive

drama, puppetry, and the use of a myriad of

directions.

aids including masks, costumes, pop guns, bird

boost your child’s potential for the future.

Connie Johnson, a local music teacher, was born to parents who believed in the early

whistles, etc. It is quintessential education and entertainment all rolled into one.

embellishment of a child’s surroundings. She

Connie believes that there are five essential

was playing piano, singing in tune, doing math

skills your child would benefit from mastering

Music for Tots classes are held in Brinsmead on Wednesday mornings during public school terms. Booking essential. For more info check out the website at www.musicfortots.com and sign up for the monthly newsletter with tips on how to do music at home.

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this month’s entries

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March winner!

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• Nicole Demertze, Cairns

• Erin Bailey, Bayview Heights

• Greg Parry, Redlynch

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• Louise Duncan, Bentley Park

• Michelle Kruger, Redlynch

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daddy diary

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Potts, one half of the Sea FM morning crew, continues his chronicles of first time fatherhood Our thoughts this month are with the families who lost everything in Cardwell, Mission Beach and Tully areas after Cyclone Yasi. I must admit it was pretty scary when the category 5 cyclone was heading straight for us. We packed up our home at Forrest Gardens and headed for the Sea FM studios. There were 30 odd people there and about 6 kids so Noah had a great time. He slept through the worst part of the cyclone. It must have been very distressing for other parents with their kids in evacuation centres or in their homes trying to keep kids entertained and worrying about the roof coming off.

Noah is starting to learn how to get our attention by standing up, clenching his fists and screaming at the top of his lungs. We’ve been told to ignore him when he does this otherwise he’ll do it all the time but there’s only so many times you can ignore it. The worst is when you’re carrying him and he screams in your ear. Now I know why people lose their hearing, it’s not due to old age, its due to having kids.

He’s also started throwing himself on to the ground when he doesn’t get what he wants. He dives forward landing on his knees then falls onto his stomach. I hope this doesn’t mean he’s going to play soccer.

We’ve also decided to put his transition in to a bed on the backburner. We tried taking the rails off the side of his cot but after we had to keep putting him back to bed we decided to put the rails back on and try at a later date. We’re thinking he should grow out of this by the time he turns 18…

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Don’t Flush

There once was a blind man who decided to visit Texas. When he arrived on the plane, he felt the seats and said, “Wow, these seats are big!”

The person next to him answered, “Everything is big in Texas.” When he finally arrived in Texas, he decided to visit a bar. Upon arriving in the bar, he ordered a beer and got a mug placed between his hands. He exclaimed, “Wow these mugs are big!”

The bartender replied, “Everything is big in Texas.”

After a couple of beers, the blind man asked the bartender where the bathroom was located.

The bartender replied, “Second door to the right.”

The blind man headed for the bathroom, but accidentally tripped over and skipped the second door.

Instead, he entered the third door, which lead to the swimming pool and fell into the pool by accident.

Scared to death, the blind man started shouting, “Don’t flush, don’t flush!”

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