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Boroondara Your Local Family Magazine

Is Dressing Up Just About Fun? Are Your Kids Ready To Fly Solo What Makes A Confident Reader?

Perfectly Imperfect Parenting Your Golden Month How Can This Simple Logo Help Protect Your Family?

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ASK A VET With Dr Suze FIVE MINUTES WITH Lisa Luke

WIN Lido Cinemas Passes Kids Corner COLOUR & WIN

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e are very excited to be celebrating the1st anniversary of Your Child in Boroondara this month. The success of this free family magazine in Boroondara is made possible with the tremendous support of advertisers, readers, sponsors, contributors and distributors. In this 1st anniversary issue, on pages 22 and 23, we bring you businesses, schools and groups who have been part of our magazines for the past year.

Our FIVE MINUTES WITH on page 18 features Lisa Luke of Rustic Heart, a family run business offering unique homewares, clothing and gifts with excellent services in the heart of Surrey Hills. Dymocks Camberwell & Tooronga’s book review this month is Claris:The Chicest Mouse in Paris by Megan Hess on page 19.

Do you have a pet question? We are pleased to have Dr Suze on board with a new regular segment to our magazine - Ask A Vet With Dr Suze. Check out page 14 for this interesting addition.

For a limited time only, Native Bliss has a new offer.You get a hand sanitiser for free when you purchase any 2 KidsBliss products. Only at participating stores, see page 19 for more details.The hand sanitisers perfect for your little ones this winter is an Australian Certified Organic (ACO) product. Read more on page 16 How This Simple Logo Can Help Protect Your Family? Don’t miss the other interesting and informative articles as well.

We have our popular Colour In and Win contest in this issue on page 27! Have your kids colour in for a chance to win 4 single cinema passes, courtesy of Lido Cinemas. Entries close on 10 August and selected entries will be published in our September issue. In Kids Corner Science Fun With Denise Mitchell, we bring you another fun science experiment from Denise.

Once again, we hope you enjoy reading this issue and stay connected with us on facebook and instagram.Till next month, keep warm and take care.

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NOW TAKING ENROLMENTS FOR 2019

Become Independent Thinkers Outstanding Academic Results Targeted Learning For All Students A Strong Social and Emotional Health and Wellbeing Program Small Class Sizes All Enrolments Welcome Boroondara and Manningham School Tours Available

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ASK A VET with Dr Suze Do dogs dream?

The dog's brain is structurally very similar to own own. Dogs also go through the same sleep phases as humans and generate similar electrical brain-wave patterns, supporting the idea that dogs do in fact dream. This will probably come as no surprise to dog owners.

It is the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) phase of sleep that is associated with the dreaming phase. An average sized dog usually starts REM sleep 20 minutes after dozing off. Aside from their eyes moving beneath closed lids, breaths may become shorter and more irregular, muscle twitching and vocalisation may also be observed. As to what your pooch is running after in their sleep- that remains the real mystery!

Why does my dog eat grass?

Eating grass may be a sign of an upset stomach, especially if your dog also appears to have concurrent gastrointestinal (GI) signs such as a reduced appetite, dullness and/or vomiting.

Eating grass in these instances may be a way for your dog to relieve these symptoms. If your pet is demonstrating GI symptoms it is advisable to visit your local vet for a thorough health check to establish potential causes for any upsets.

It is important to note, if your dog is fit and healthy and has the occasional graze there is no need to be alarmed, dogs are omnivores meaning they eat both plant and animal matter so grass eating is safe and some dogs eat grass simply because they like it!

I adopted a kitten from a friend, when should I think about getting her vaccinated?

Kittens can be vaccinated from 8 weeks of age. It is always a good idea to get any new pet thoroughly checked by your local veterinarian soon after joining the household and this may occur before 8 weeks. The purpose of this first visit is to ensure your new family member is enjoying optimal health. It is also a great opportunity to check that your new pet is receiving an appropriate diet for it's life stage as well as running through important health information such as worming and flea prevention.

Fun animal fact: Did you know that approximately 75% of ginger cats are male?

If you have general pet question you would like answered by Dr. Suze please email susanna@drsuzemyvisitingvet.com.au Dr. Susanna Gamage BVSc MRCVS has over a decade of international veterinary experience and is the founding director of Dr. Suze - My Visiting Vet. www.drsuzemyvisitingvet.com.au Please note the information in this article is of a general nature and is not intended to be a substitute for professional healthcare advice. If you have specific concerns about your pet, you should always seek advice directly from your veterinary healthcare practitioner.

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Everyone loves homewares and today we feature “Rustic Heart - Homewares to treasure” in this issue of FIVE MINUTES WITH. Chatting with Lisa from Rustic Heart we discover a passion for all things home, clothing, baby and gifts. Established in 2014 Rustic Heart is a unique retail store in the heart of Surrey Hills at 118 Union Road. A family run business offering that traditional shopping experience where good service is at the forefront of everything. q What inspired you to open a homeware store?

Having worked in many retail stores throughout Boroondara I have always dreamed of one day opening my own store to reflect all that I love and what I believe the area desires and to offer that at an affordable price point. After many overseas trips to England and instantly falling in love with the many and varied homeware stores I finally decided that Surrey Hills was the perfect location. q What do you stock at Rustic Heart?

The one thing we pride ourselves on at Rustic Heart is the fact that our stock is always turning over and I want to showcase many different items for our customers throughout the changing seasons. Whether it's from overseas or Australian made, there is always something new at Rustic Heart. A huge range of well-known suppliers including scented candles & diffusers from Peppermint Grove Australia & Pamilli. Handmade soaps from Wavertree & London. A large selection of jewellery from Liberte, Fabienne & Palas and a beautiful & affordable sterling silver range that will suit all. Clothing from ElmLifestyle and Eb&Ive and a range of handbags and clutches. Lamps, cushions and small furniture all that will fit into the boot of your car!! q What's really taken off recently?

One of my favourites is the cute range of baby clothing we started last year, who doesn't love a sweet jump suit, organic muslins, jersey wraps & soft knitted toys. We are now stocking a range of clothing including baby cotton cardigans & beanies from Walnut Melbourne it's just gorgeous. q Who is your clientele?

In a word “everyone”. If you are looking for a gift or Birthday present for a friend, family member, new baby or you would like to treat yourself then pop in say “Hi” and see what's new. We also offer complimentary gift wrapping on all gifts big or small! q How do we contact you?

We are open Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm & Saturday 9.00am - 3.00pm.You can follow us on Facebook Rustic Heart or Instagram rustic_heart.You can also sign up to receive our newsletters through our website, which we plan to expand next year with an online shopping cart for all of our customers interstate.

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laris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris by Megan Hess

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This glorious book about a little mouse with a penchant for fashion is a lovely gift - rhyming text makes it a joy to read, and the illustrations are exquisite.

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THANK YOU ! In this 1st anniversary issue, we would promoting and connecting to Boroondara families Ace Learning Centre

Deakin Child Study Centre / All Play

Asharon Agency

Drama With A Di erence

Ashburton Eyecare

Dr Suze My Visiting Vet

Aussie Ashburton

Dymocks Camberwell

Balwyn East Kindergarten

Dymocks Tooronga

Belle Vue Primary School

Erasmus Primary School

Billy Lids Indoor Play Centre

Family Wellness Group

Biz Bok Group

Glen Iris Childcare & Kindergarten

Brainworks Balwyn

Harmony Beads

Camberwell Baptist Church Kindergarten

Heguru Australia

Camberwell Community Centre

Home With Income

Camberwell Shopping

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Centre for Child & Family Development

In2Eyes Optometry

Craig Family Centre

Inherit Education

like to thank all businesses, schools and groups for through Your Child in Boroondara in the past year.

Joon No’s Taekwondo

Rustic Heart

Kids Book Therapy

Ruyton Girls’ School

Kumon Surrey Hills

Sacred Heart School

Latitude Music Studios

St Bridget’s Catholic Primary School

Little Lane Early Learning Centre

Surrey Hills Foodie Festival

Lively Learning

Technical Soccer Tuition

Melbourne Institute of Dance

Think Smart Learning Centres

Native Bliss

Victorian School Of Languages

Phase One Data & Electrical

Willsmere Dental

PPM Stone

Wilson & Frenchy

Preshil, The Margaret Lyttle Memorial School

Windmill Educational Toys & Equipment

Real Mandarin

Prize Sponsors Décor Australia Lah-Lah Lido Cinemas Merineo Palace Cinemas Paris To Provence Festival Royal Melbourne Show State Of The Nanny

Rendinas Butchery Rowen Street Kindergarten

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Fun is affordable with the Kew Toy Library!

PARKSIDE POP UPS, 7pm-8pm, $20 The successful Parkside Pop Ups run every third Tuesday of the month and are an affordable way to gain some insight into a variety of topics.

24 July Sauerkraut & Gut Health.

By Dr Shakuntla Gondalia A workshop on health and the benefits of lacto-fermented foods, especially sauerkraut. www.trybooking.com/355190 21 August Scrapbooking Made Simple

By Cynthia Carter Scrapbooking made simple. Create beautiful keepsakes & learn how to organise your photos. www.trybooking.com/355192 18 September Backyard Beekeeping.

Meet the bees, learn about their behaviour and what is involved in keeping bees in suburban Melbourne. www.trybooking.com/355193 For bookings and further information please contact us on: p: 9819 2629 e: info@hch.org.au a: 32 Henry Street, Hawthorn w: hch.org.au

BOWEN STREET COMMUNITY CENTRE Dad's Playgroup Unstructured, open age, for dads.

Monday 16 July 11am-1pm Membership fees apply.

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The Kew Toy Library lends jumping castles, roller coasters, kick brick sets, mini golf courses and a lot more party toys with very small fees for members' and non-members' parties. For enquiries please contact us via email at info@kewtoylibrary.org.au .

The Kew Toy Library is located at 152 Pakington Street, Kew. Open hours Wednesday 2.30pm-4.30pm and 7pm-9pm, Friday 10.30am-12.30pm, Saturday 9.30am-2.00pm.

Gentle Yoga Escape for 50 minutes on a Thursday doing Hatha yoga 11.10am-12pm 2 Aug-20 Sep $100

Alamein NLC 49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton 98859401

Pop-Up Playgroup Dental Therapist Information about tooth brushing, hidden sugar in foods, tooth eruption, thumb and finger sucking habits, followed by voluntary dental checks for those children willing to participate with parent / guardian consent.

Thursday 2 August, 9.30am-10.30am Thursday 16 August from 9.30am FREE dental checks.

Bookings required.

Children's Dance Rockin' Robyn is a fun, creative dance program that aims to develop each child's individuality and a perfect balance between free creative movement and basic choreography.

Monday 16 July 2018 8 weeks $88 2-3.5 years: 11.15am-11.45am 3-6 years: 12pm-12.30pm

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Childcare at Balwyn Community Centre Childcare at Balwyn Community Centre provides a warm, nurturing environment for your child to thrive! Our stimulating program fosters a love of learning, a sense of self and feelings of security.

We offer occasional care in two, three and five hour blocks. Our 'Lunchtime Special' is a popular option where your child will be looked after between 12pm – 2pm for just $24.

With limited spots available, don't miss out! To enrol your child you can drop by the office or call 9836 7942. For more information visit our website.

412 Whitehorse Road Surrey Hills www.balwyncc.org.au

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AIR PRESSURE Ask an adult to help with this experiment!

What to do * Use blutak to stick a candle to the bottom of a salsa jar * Half fill the jar with coloured water * Carefully ASK AN ADULT to light the candle * Invert a glass juice bottle and place over the top of the candle You will see the water rise in the bottle when the candle goes out (when the oxygen level gets too low) as the air pressures equalise 26

Denise Mitchell holds a Diploma of Children's Services, and a Diploma of Applied Chemistry and has successfully combined the two in her role as Childcare Manager at KewNLC. She has been helping children to experiment for many years, and is passionate in introducing science to children in the preschool years in a practical, fun way using common household materials. She often conducts School Holiday programs, and both cooking and Science form an important part of the Shoestring Plus programs for 3-5 year olds held at KewNLC on Weekday afternoons.

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COLOUR IN AND WIN LIDO CINEMAS PASSES courtesy of Lido Cinemas 2 Age Groups : 6 & Under and 7-11 Years Old Winner in each age group will receive 4 single passes.

Mail : Your Child in Boroondara, PO Box 189, Balwyn North, Vic 3104 or Email : info@yourchildinboroondara.com.au Entries close : 10 August. Selected artwork will be published in September issue.

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N O I T A M R O F N I L U F E S Uhandy phone numbers to keep on your fridge EMERGENCY Ambulance Fire Police

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HOSPITALS Austin - Heidelberg ...................................................... 9496 5000 Box Hill Hospital ........................................................... 9895 3333 Royal Children’s Hospital (Parkville) ........................ 9345 5522 CRISIS CENTRES Poisons ............................................................................

Kids Help Line ...............................................................

Lifeline .............................................................................

Suicide Helpline (Vic) ...................................................

Nurse-on-Call.................................................................

Child Protection (After Hours) .................................

Domestic Violence Crisis Centre ..............................

Sexual Assault Service (After Hours) .......................

Centres Against Sexual Assault ..................................

Victims of Crime Helpline ..........................................

LifeCircle - HOPELINE ................................................

SANDS Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support (Vic) ..............

Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline .......

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POLICE STATIONS Boroondara Police ........................................................ 8851 1111 Burwood Police ............................................................. 9888 8377 Camberwell Police ........................................................ 9882 0688 COUNCIL Boroondara City Council ............................................ 9278 4444 If you provide a free service to our community and would like your phone number included on this page please email us info@yourchildinboroondara.com.au 28

A R A D N O O R O B N I D L I H C YOUR local businesses to local families Perfectly Imperfect Parenting 8

Your Golden Month 20

Are Your Kids Ready To Fly Solo 10 Is Dressing Up Just About Fun? 12

Book Store Dymocks Camberwell & Tooronga 32

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Business Opportunities Home With Income 15 Your Child Magazine 29 Butchery (Organic) Rendinas Butchery 13 Community Sensory Concert 21 Dance School Melbourne Institute Of Dance 11

Ask A Vet With Dr Suze 14 Five Minutes With 18 Book Review 19 What’s On? 24 Kids Corner 26 Useful Information 28

Educational Centre Heguru Australia 9 Lively Learning 7 Think Smart 9 Electrical Phase One Data & Electrical 15 Hand Sanitiser (Organic) Native Bliss Offer 19

Music School Latitude Music Studios 2 Optometrist Ashburton Eyecare 5 In2Eyes Optometry 31 Shopping Camberwell Shopping 7 Rustic Heart 19

Martial Arts Joon No’s Taekwondo 13 & 15

School Belle Vue Primary 13 Erasmus Primary 7 Ruyton Girls’ School 3

Mortgage Broker Aussie Ashburton 9

Vet Dr Suze - My Visiting Vet 15

Your Child Areas Available For Advertising VIC: Banyule & Nillumbik Boroondara Casey & Cardinia Manningham Monash Whitehorse Whittlesea Yarra Ranges

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