Parents who are more sensitive to sensory information such as bright lights, loud noises and other people’s emotions are more likely to adopt more strict or more permissive parenting styles, a University of Queensland study has found.
A devotion to closing the gap in maternity care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women has led to Professor Sue Kildea being awarded the Health Services Research Award.
Women who maintain connections with their social groups after having a baby are at lower risk of developing postnatal depression, according to University of Queensland research.
A maternity program designed to achieve better health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and their babies has received a $1.1 million grant from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
A University of Queensland study is helping parents and teachers understand the capacity of young children to learn independently, by providing insight into children’s understanding of practice.
While medicines used to boost milk supply for new mothers are generally safe, all options should be considered carefully, a University of Queensland researcher has cautioned.
