Doctor slams mums putting potatoes in babies’ socks

Doctor slams mums putting potatoes in babies’ socks

A host of influencers are tucking potatoes into their own and their infants’ socks, partaking in an odd health trend that’s taken the internet by storm. While shoving a spud into your sock might seem a tad uncomfortable, the practice typically involves just a couple of small slices. These potato pieces are said to transform … Read more

Lawsuit seeks to block Washington parental rights law that critics call a ‘forced outing’ measure

Lawsuit seeks to block Washington parental rights law that critics call a ‘forced outing’ measure

SEATTLE — A school district, a nurse, and civil rights and youth services organizations sued Thursday to block a new Washington state parental rights law that critics describe as a “forced outing” measure. A conservative megadonor backed the law, which is set to take effect in June. The Democratic-led Legislature overwhelmingly approved it, with progressive … Read more

Celebrity cook Poh Ling Yeow reveals ‘intense’ pregnancy loss

Celebrity cook Poh Ling Yeow reveals ‘intense’ pregnancy loss

Trigger warning: Pregnancy loss Celebrity cook Poh Ling Yeow has opened up about her experience with a miscarriage during her second marriage. The artist, actress, author and television presenter spoke about the experience in a recent episode of the Share My Mood podcast. Stream the world’s best reality, entertainment and true-crime shows free on 7plus … Read more

Victorian father denies assault and says three-week-old baby died after he accidentally dropped him

Victorian father denies assault and says three-week-old baby died after he accidentally dropped him

A Victorian father claims his newborn son died after he accidentally dropped him and denies allegations that he violently assaulted the baby, a jury has been told. The man, whose identity is suppressed, has been charged with child homicide and is facing trial in the Supreme Court. Prosecutors have alleged he violently assaulted the baby … Read more

Newborn ‘hold’ that can wind babies in minutes and stop pain

Newborn ‘hold’ that can wind babies in minutes and stop pain

It’s every parent’s nightmare when their newborn is wailing in agony due to gas, and not knowing how to alleviate the discomfort can be heart-wrenching. However, The Enchanted Nanny, dubbed TikTok’s Mary Poppins, has swooped in to aid beleaguered parents. Danielle Anne Manton-Kelly, a mother-of-four who dispenses parenting wisdom online, took to TikTok to share … Read more

The surprising baby name that has made a ‘huge jump’ in popularity in 2024

The surprising baby name that has made a ‘huge jump’ in popularity in 2024

There’s a new arrival on the list of the most popular baby names in the US. Mateo made it into the boys’ top 10 list for the first time, becoming the sixth-most popular boys’ name in 2023 and edging Benjamin off the list, according to recently released data from the Social Security Administration. “Mateo had … Read more

What my parents got right raising me

What my parents got right raising me

It’s an age-old question for parents: Should you push your children into specific activities and educational pursuits or fully let them follow their own passions? Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, 73, says his parents took the latter approach — and he’s happier and more successful because of it. He used the same strategy when raising his … Read more

Meta Faces Fresh Probe Over ‘Addictive’ Effect on Kids

Meta Faces Fresh Probe Over ‘Addictive’ Effect on Kids

The European Union has opened an investigation into Facebook and Instagram for the platforms’ potentially addictive effects on children, echoing two similar probes opened into TikTok earlier this year. Meta-owned platforms will be investigated for their addictive and “rabbit hole” effects, and whether young users were being fed too much content about depression or unrealistic … Read more

Family’s touching act after daughter Scarlett Oliver dies, aged 9, from aggressive cancer

Family’s touching act after daughter Scarlett Oliver dies, aged 9, from aggressive cancer

The Oliver family’s world was “turned upside down” when nine-year-old Scarlett lost her battle with brain cancer in April. Scarlett was given just 12 months to 18 months to live after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer, called high-grade glioma, in October last year. She would have turned 10 on May 7. … Read more

Rebecca Maddern reveals the secret heartache of Mother’s Day

Rebecca Maddern reveals the secret heartache of Mother’s Day

Welcome to our column series written by some of your favourite Channel 7 stars. This week, Rebecca Maddern is reflecting on Mother’s Day. A tear was in my eye and my heart was pounding with pride on my Mother’s Day morning. There was a card made with love from my daughter, it was covered in … Read more