Cairns Kids Magazine JulyAugust 2009

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Issue 15 July/August 2009

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CONTACT AND MAGAZINE DETAILS Cairns Kids Magazine is published bimonthly. ADDRESS PO Box 7948, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia EMAIL info@cairnskidsmagazine. com.au WEBSITE www. cairnskidsmagazine. com.au PHONE 0417 762 033 PUBLICATION MANAGER Jenny Griffiths SALES MANAGER Bec Waqanikalou

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editorial FROM THE CKM TEAM The weather has cooled and winter is definitely here, now is the time to get stuck into all those projects that we have been meaning to do around the house but never seem to get to. That is why we have dedicated this edition to all things Home and Garden but with some kid friendly touches of course. It is also the best months to spend some time getting ready for the festive season – Yes Christmas is only just around the corner. We had a great response to our Mummy Makeover last issue and can’t wait until we do another. We wish we could give you all a free make over as all us mums do deserve a little pampering every now and again.

If you want to pamper yourself a little and also support local mums in business give ‘MumMe Family Hair Studio’ and/or ‘Mum’s Nails and Beauty’ a call to book your appointments. It is a packed issue this month and we hope you enjoy reading Cairns Kids Magazine. Remember, if you have any comments, questions or feedback about the magazine we would love to hear from you!! You can always read the current and past issues of Cairns Kids Magazine online at anytime from anywhere! Visit www.cairnskidsmagazine.com.au Enjoy your reading!

We look forward to hearing from you.

ART DIRECTOR Karin Olofsson

Enjoy your reading!

SUB EDITOR Sandra McCormack

Kind Regards,

COVER PHOTO Calypso Productions

Bec Waqanikalou, Sales Manager email: bec@cairnskidsmagazine.com.au

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Top tips What’s new Competition Moment with the midwife Healthy smiles Home and garden Chat with a local Family therapy Women’s wellbeing Fitness tips with Simone Baby welcoming ceremony Notice board Business directory

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Disclaimer: The information and advice provided in this publication is believed reliable, but not guaranteed. Cairns Kids Magazine accepts no responsibility in respect of any products, services or goods which may be presented in the magazine, or any errors, omissions or mistakes in editorial references. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of the publisher.

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top tips LET US KNOW YOUR TOP TIP FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A MOSQUITO-BAND, ANTI-INSECT PRIZE PACK!

DADDY & BUB'S 'NEW TOY DAY' In our home, we have one day a week when daddy gets home from work he puts all bubs current toys away and brings out a range of new one that have been stored in the cupboard. This way daddy and bub have some quality time playing with 'new toys' and it means all the toys get rotated and enjoyed rather than the same ones being out all the time. /Karen

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CRAWLING BUBS SORE KNEES

Use old, scratched CDs, some fishing line and 2 wire coat hangers to make a shiny mobile that kids love to make and to look at. You can even draw smiley faces on the CDs with a marker to make them into CD people. /Hope

To help crawling bub with keeping his knees protected when crawling on rough surfaces, cut the toes out of some old sock and pull the socks up over bubs knees. /Kathy

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Mosquito-Band, Anti-insect Bands are infused with natural Citronella Oil. Simple, safe and easy to use, just wear on the wrist or ankle for 48 hours protection. Citronella is non toxic and DEET free. Perfect for children, those with sensitive skin and anyone concerned about chemicals. Mosquito-Band, Anti-insect Bands help repel mosquitoes, flies, midges and sandflies as well as other flying insects. For more information and stockists: www.mosquitoband.com.au. Send your Top Tip to: info@cairnskidsmagazine.com.au or Cairns Kids Magazine, PO Box 7948, Cairns, QLD 4870

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what’s new UNIQUE, BENEFICIAL, PURE: CERTIFIED ORGANICS Care, Personal Care and Health Care products. Their extensive range of skin, hair, body, oral, baby, and home care, as well as cosmetic products are the purest on the planet and the benchmark for certified organic products. Made with ingredients which are 100% beneficial and 100% active these products literally feeds your skin and nourishes your body. To ensure the authenticity and integrity of “organic” and “natural” claims, their range has been independently certified through ACO (Australia), IFOAM (European) and USDA (USA) to “Organic Food” Standards. ONEgroup (Organic and Natural Enterprise Group) led by Narelle Chenery, a Queensland Mum, are the creators of the World's First Certified Organic Skin

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Make bathtime funtime with Drieyes! Every now and then a new product comes along and changes your life. DrieyesTM will be one of those products for many Australian families. If your kids love the bath but hate the hair washing part, DrieyesTM is the answer! It keeps the water and suds off your child’s face. No more tears, delay tactics or tantrums!

Some kids also like to use it in the shower to simply keep the water off their faces.

DrieyesTM will not only make kids happier in the bath, it will reduce mums and dad’s stress levels too. DrieyesTM was invented by an Aussie dad who was sick of the hairwashing drama. He knew there had to be a better way. DrieyesTM has been made with both kids and parents in mind. The super-cool, almost alien looking design attracts kids instantly. It works with the child holding the ‘eyes’ and pushing the silicone rim to their foreheads. Because the kids have to hold the device, they are focused on this ‘job’ and tend not to squiggle around so much. This leaves two hands free for mum or dad to get to work on their hair. The result is squeaky clean hair in no time and a more relaxed bath experience for all. DrieyesTM is also great for washing out headlice treatments which can really sting a child’s eyes.

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DrieyesTM is so great the only difficult decision will be choosing a colour from the fabulously bright range; blue, green, orange, pink or yellow. The Australian made DrieyesTM is currently available online from www.drieyes.com.au for $24.97 plus P&H.


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competition WIN your own garden consultation! Win a 1 1/2 hour garden consultation with the award winning Posy Thompson from Every Bloomin' Thing. Posy will meet with you and discuss your needs and ideas and help you to plan your perfect garden. She will provide you with personal notes from your consultation to allow you to get stuck in with some DIY. No matter the size of your garden she will give you some great ideas and help make your dreams a reality. To find out more about Every Bloomin' Thing, contact Posy Thompson on 0422 225 944

WIN beautiful wall decals! Win two Kokeshi Dolls - each is valued at $29.95 - to use individually or together. Winner can choose from the Kokeshi Doll range. Decor by Design is a locally owned and operated business specialising in creating beautiful walls for your home or office. With an ever expanding range and the ability to create custom designed wall decals, Decor by Design are the experts in wall decorating. Exclusive to Decor by Design is the Wall Stuck Up - walls with attitude range including Zen Symbols, Just Married Decals and our gorgeous Kokeshi Dolls. To find out more, visit www.decorbydesign.com.au please send your name and contact details by 31st of August 2009 to, postal: Cairns Kids Magazine, PO Box 7948, Cairns, QLD 4870 or email: info@cairnskidsmagazine.com.au

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moment with the midwife FIRST AID The very idea of something bad happening to your baby is too much to bear, but unfortunately accidents and illnesses do occur. It is very important for every home to have a first aid kit, which can be purchased either online, from pharmacies or from St John's Ambulance www.stjohnqld.com.au Make sure your kit is secure and stored in a place away from little fingers. Commonly used products found in most homes can be poisonous to babies and children if ingested, so ensure that items such as cleaning products, pesticides, alcohol, cosmetics and personal care products, as well as prescription and non-prescription drugs, are locked away or in an out-of-reach area. If your little one does happen to ingest something in the home call the Queensland Poisons Information Hotline on 13 11 26. Learning some basic first aid techniques can be really helpful if you find yourself in an emergency situation, so look to see what courses are on in the area. Grandparents may to find this helpful to do as well. CPR is a life-

If you wish to make your own first aid kit make sure you include: age-appropriate painkillers containing Paracetamol or Ibuprofen

anti-histamine cream or spray

anti-septic cream Calamine lotion bandaids of assorted sizes

sterile gauze dressings adhesive tape & bandages

Here are some helpful links: www.kidsafeqld.com.au – Check out the fact sheets on safety. www.health.qld.gov.au/ poisonsinformationcentre – poisons information

thermometer small pair of scissors tweezers DEET-free insect repellent

saving skill which everyone should learn, and could mean the difference between life and death. It's always a good idea to have an accessible list of emergency numbers. The fridge is often a good place to keep them. Useful numbers may include your doctor's surgery, emergency department of your nearest hospital, nearest community health centre, child health line and 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84).

eye wash solution ice packs or gel packs, which can be kept in the fridge

Moment with the midwife is supplied by Draper Street Family Medical, which provides a wide range of specialised postnatal services, including breast feeding support & advice, settling techniques, coping with the “Baby Blues”, immunisations, contraceptive advice & “pramercise classes”.


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healthy smiles HEALTHY LITTLE TEETH Babies begin to get teeth very early in life (usually around six months of age), and it is important that bacterial plaque, food debris and mouth acids are removed daily. Brush your child's teeth as soon as they appear in the mouth. Initially it may be easier to use a small soft cloth with water to remove the plaque film. As the child grows older a small soft toothbrush with fine bristles is recommended, and you can choose to use a smear of low fluoride toothpaste such as Colgate's “My First Toothpaste", Maclean's "Milk Teeth", or Oral B’s "Bananas in Pyjamas".

It is recommended that children start to visit the dentist from about four years of age. An early check-up will ensure:

• Your child is not afraid to come to the dentist;

• He/she becomes familiar with the operator, as well as the sights, sounds and smells of the dental environment;

• Early detection of tooth decay or any other problems;

• Dental staff are able to give appropriate advice on tooth brushing, and healthy eating and drinking habits;

• Provides the opportunity for parents/care givers to discuss potential issues relating to teething, thumb sucking, orthodontic concerns, medical issues and influences of medication as well as daily preventative routines and fluoride supplementation (for non-fluoridated areas).

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THINGS YOU CAN DO TO HELP: Allow your child to visit from a very early age with you or with older siblings; Avoid alarming words such as ‘drill’ and ‘needle’. We have special words and explanations instead; Have positive views and expectations yourself. Explain the visit will be ‘fun’, that we are going to ‘count’ the teeth, give the teeth a ‘tickle’ and learn how to keep our teeth ‘happy’. Young children will do much better if they are seen in the mornings when they are still fresh, before they become tired after a long or busy day; Try to arrive a little early for your appointment, so that your child is not feeling rushed. A quick trip to the toilet is always a good idea! Try to let the dentist speak directly to your child so as to capture and hold their complete attention.


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When brushing your child's teeth it may be easier to lay your little one in your lap with their head resting against your arm in a cradling position. This gives you more control and makes your baby feel safe and secure. As your child grows your vision and access can be improved by assisting the brushing (especially at the back of the mouth) by standing behind your child with their head gently tilted backwards.

mum or dad or an older sibling as kids love to do things just "like the big people do!" Brushing teeth in the bath, or brushing of imaginary teeth on a toy, can also be fun.

Brush along the chewing surfaces using a soft gentle scrubbing motion. Use a circular or jiggling motion on the inside and outside surfaces of the teeth ensuring that the gums are reached in both arches. Be especially careful to make sure that the teeth all the way to the back of the mouth are brushed as well as behind the lower front teeth, where plaque accumulates and goes hard quickly.

Remember however, that many toddlers cannot avoid swallowing the toothpaste, so only use a pea-sized amount of low fluoride paste for children aged between two and six years (unless otherwise recommended by your dentist/therapist). Children under the age of two years should use little or no toothpaste.

Try making tooth brushing fun for the reluctant tooth brusher by singing or playing games whilst brushing, or by encouraging children to mimic

If your child does not like the taste of toothpaste use water only or experiment with different brands of junior toothpastes until you find a flavour that your child prefers.

Healthy smiles is supplied by 1300 Smiles Cairns. You can find 1300 Smiles at Cairns Central and Smithfield Shopping Centre.


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&garden

HOME

A comfortable, efficient and welcoming home and garden is what we all aspire to having. A safe place in which to bring our children up, to share meal times, in some cases to earn paid work in and of course to relax together as a family. If all this can be done on a tight budget then even better. This month Cairns Kids Magazine has pulled together the words of wisdom from three local women in business to share decorating, organising and entertaining tips to brighten up your home and garden and therefore your lifestyle. But beware, the children may not want to ever leave your property!


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NURSERY When your baby arrives you will be the centre of its universe, and that universe seems to be mostly based in the nursery. Therefore, it is important to make this room a sanctuary for you both – a calm, comfortable place where you can be together and get to know each other. According to Julianne Steer from Hire for Baby, it’s a good idea to get your baby’s nursery organised when you’re about six or seven months pregnant, meaning you are still able to get around fairly easily. There is some planning involved in getting this room ready, and as most mums know, thinking through all of the different possibilities can take up endless hours, but, as tempting and exciting as it is to buy a nursery full of baby gear before the birth, Julianne says it's probably wiser to buy just a few essentials and then spend carefully as the need arises. You should also enquire about hiring equipment that you won’t need for longer than six months.

To assist you in this process Julianne has compiled a list of equipment that you might like to consider for your nursery: COT This will most likely be one of your largest financial outlays. One way to ensure this is money cleverly spent could be to consider buying a cot that converts to a toddler bed. If you are buying a second-hand cot, make sure it complies with Australian Standards, and that the width between the vertical dowels or bars is between 50mm and 95mm, and the top of the mattress to the top of the cot is at least 500mm. Though it is tempting to make your baby’s cot look beautiful and comfortable, it is important to remember the SIDS recommendations and guidelines, which include never using a bumper or pillow in the cot. Another key consideration involves the positioning of your baby’s cot in the nursery. If you are positioning the cot beneath a window, it is vital to make sure there is no curtain or blind cords hanging over the cot that which become a hazard or danger to your baby as they grow. For more information on SIDS visit www.sidsandkids.org

BASSINETTE OR HAMMOCK It is recommended that bassinettes and hammocks be only used for the first three to six months, depending on the individual weight and development of your baby. Hammocks are increasing in popularity, as they are very soothing for colicky babies as it is thought the rhythmic action can relieve nervous tension and relax baby’s muscles. CHANGE TABLE While some may consider this a luxury item, anyone who has any niggling back pain will know how valuable a change table is. It is also very handy for keeping track of nappies, wipes and lotions and creams. Ensure you never leave your baby unattended on the change table due to the risk of rolling and falling, and that you also move any of the accessible lotions and creams to a higher position once baby is able to sit, crawl and/or pull themselves up. CHAIR Whether you need the chair for feeding, reading or late night cuddles, having a comfortable chair, preferably with a foot stool, is a must for any nursery. You will no doubt spend hours in this chair, and it may even double as your bed on some nights! NAPPY DISPOSAL SYSTEM Regardless of whether you buy one of the popular disposal systems on the market, or have a sack of nappy bags and a rubbish bin near the change table, for hygienic safety, ensure you regularly empty the bin.

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BABY BATH To save valuable space and money you may consider a change table / bath combination, which has plenty of storage space for all the essentials! MONITOR There are so many different monitors on the market that it is worthwhile spending some time focusing on your individual needs. Decide how you want to use it – do you want to hear everything that goes on in the room, or do you like the idea of the motion sensor pads that some models boast? Whether you have a monitor or not, and how you use it, is your own personal choice. Getting your nursery ready for baby is one of the most exciting adventures for a new mum! There are so many options these days with themes, colours and decorations, but no matter what equipment you opt for, nor whether you chose to buy or hire, you will find there is always space available for love and cuddles!

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are not only inexpensive but also easily removable and won’t leave any marks on the walls,” Kathie explains. “The range is continuing to expand and if you can’t find exactly what you want you can have your own design custom made.” Using Wall Decals means even a rented home can have stunning artwork without the need to worry about any problems with the landlord when you move out. A child's room is their space. Parents all too often forget that every member of the family needs their own space and children are no different. Allow your child the freedom to do as they want in their room, within reason. Kathie says whilst they should keep their room tidy, the room should not have to be pristine as a show room for visitors. “Simply learn to close the door and leave your child's space for them, not the visitors,” she says. “Allow them the freedom to feel safe and secure in their room and you will have children that love being at home. This is especially important as they get older and enter the teenage years.”

DÉCOR The decoration of a child’s room should always be contemplated from the child’s perspective. Kathie Holmes from Décor By Design says this means getting down on your knees or sitting on the floor and looking at the walls and lighting from a child’s height. Do this in both during the day and night so you can be sure there are no shadows that will cause little imaginations to get scared. Kathie says the other thing to remember is that children change. “Don't spend thousands on decorating a child's first room and then begrudge them wanting to change it when they start school,” she says. “The cute little bunnies that were lovely to a newborn really won't seem that cute to a five-year-old boy who loves trucks!” Kids go through lots of stages so it's important to keep the room as neutral as possible to allow for simple changes to make them love their room. Keeping the walls a fairly neutral colour means you can add soft furnishings whenever you need to. It's easy enough to change the doona, curtains and artwork. One of the great products on the market is Wall Decals. “These are fantastic for kids rooms as they

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Bosco Bear Undersea Growth Chart


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VEGETABLE GARDENS FOR KIDS

Bosco Bear Giraffe Wall Feature

Children love to get dirty and potter around in the dirt. They can experiment by eating it, making mud pies, and covering themselves as well as their siblings with it! Local garden designer Posy Thompson, who operates Every Bloomin’ Thing, believes children should have their own vegetable gardens and be encouraged to understand the vegetables chosen and how to plant with care.

Five tips to remember when decorating a child’s room: Use neutral colours when painting a room – this will allow maximum time to pass before needing to paint again. Look for interesting lighting options – visit your local lighting and fan shop for some inspiration – A basic chandelier will make any little girl’s room into that of a princess, or a basic white ball pendant can become the moon every evening in the little astronaut’s room.

“I feel children deserve to have the freedom to play with dirt, grow fresh produce and be proud of their achievements,” Posy says. “Coming from Kenya my children grew up with mud under their nails, a love for the outdoors and complete responsibility for their actions and play.” “Once they’ve started and begun to explore there will be no stopping them,” Posy says.

If your child is old enough to participate, let them help you with some of the decision making. Present them with two or three colours that you are happy with and ask them to choose. If you do choose to do a ‘themed’ room that is highly specific (cartoon character, fairy tale etc), use only one wall and make the themed accessories ‘temporary’ items only. Theme the rooms as an overall idea, a certain animal or group of animals, spots, stripes or something else that is fun, funky but not too targeted at age or gender. This way you will get the most out of your décor. When buying furniture pick pieces which will adapt to your child’s growth and changes in interests. Try a basic bed of a neutral colour, drawers or a cupboard that can be utilised no matter what the change in decoration or theme, and light fittings that are interesting but functional and enduring. This will mean money well spent!

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how to set up your very own vegetable patch: LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Find a place in the garden for a vegie patch, somewhere you can see the children and admire their handy work. A sunny spot is ideal, especially in winter, with only shade in the morning and afternoon. TIME FOR BED – ‘GARDEN’ BED THAT IS! Start with a small garden bed – this can be built up and lined with bricks or rocks. Fill the bed with potting mix and ensure it has good drainage. If you only have a patio or balcony, then opt for small tubs. Have the children place stones at the bottom of the tubs for drainage then add the potting mix. The pots can stand on pavers or on little terracotta ‘pot feet’ to help with drainage. PLANT AWAY Have the children make little holes in the potting mix with their fingers for the seedlings. Place the seeds or seedlings into these holes and give them water. Keep the seeds and seedlings at least a few centimetres apart. Choose familiar vegetables and fruit, which they would like to eat themselves, like carrots, strawberries, peas, sweet corn, snow peas, cherry tomatoes, lettuce and baby spinach. Letting them grow flowers that they can later pick also adds to the excitement! Try annuals of various bright colours like pansies, marigolds, dianthus, nasturtiums, and petunias. All of these varieties are colourful and easy to grow in our winter climate. There are a wide variety of great seedlings such as these, as well as many others, available right here in Cairns. They can also make little notice

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boards with the names of the various vegetables painted or written on with felt pens to display. H2O Buy the children a little watering can to allow them to water their garden daily. They will love watching their vegetables grow and in this day and age it is vital to get children excited about and interested in vegetables from an early age so what better way than to introduce them to foods they can just eat fresh from the garden. VEGETABLE GROWING IS SUPPOSED TO BE FUN Too many rules and boundaries will stop children from enjoying their garden and will cause them to lose interest. By allowing the children to play in their garden they will keep interested and by doing this, children can also get their friends involved, who will then hopefully run home and beg their parents to let them build their own. Help make a scarecrow from an old doll with bright coloured clothes. You can also make it from a stick with a T-bar for arms and a face painted onto an old material bag, topped with an old hat. It is also important to keep praising and encouraging them for their efforts. But most importantly, have fun with your kids, explore and experiment together in the garden. You will be amazed at all the exciting and enjoyable family moments you create!

find out more: EVERY BLOOMIN’ THING’, Posy Thompson, mobile: 0422 225 944 HIRE FOR BABY, Julianne Steer, mobile: 0423 959 648 visit www.hireforbaby.com DECOR BY DESIGN, Kathie Holmes, visit www.decorbydesign.com.au


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CHAT WITH A LOCAL!

photo: Talia Ling

Many mothers adopt the tip of “sleep when they sleep” to get them through the sleep-deprived days following a baby’s arrival. Kanimbla mother Renee Maher agrees. In this issue of Cairns Kids Magazine Renee shares with us her experiences as first-time mum to 16-month-old Patrick. Are you originally from Cairns? No, I am from Murwillumbah in northern New South Wales. I followed my now husband Tom here several years ago. What do you like about raising your child in Cairns? The climate (especially in the cooler months!) and the ease of getting around. Was having your child like you thought it would be? Mostly, yes, although the sleep deprivation early on is something that is difficult to prepare yourself for. I was pleasantly surprised how

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much you can actually still do with a small baby, like going out to dinner. It is easy when they are not mobile and still sleep a lot. We certainly took advantage of it! Does your child’s name have a special meaning and why did you choose it? Patrick is my paternal greatgrandfather's name and Tom and I both liked it. Are you a full-time parent or is your child in some sort of care? I am lucky enough to be a full-time parent during the week while Tom

works. I have a Saturday job as a Pharmacist which allows Tom or other family members to take care of Patrick on Saturdays. What is a normal day like for your family? We try to keep to a routine. Usually I will go out in the morning and be home in time for Patrick's lunchtime-ish sleep. The afternoons I spend doing work around the house and going for walks with Patrick. I find that if it is possible, getting out of the house once a day, even just to grab something for dinner, is a great way to minimise their boredom.


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Is your child taking part in any activities? Nothing structured yet. Patrick loves water and so in the warmer months swimming is a favourite. What is your family’s favourite activity? We loved doing the Red Arrow Walk when Patrick was smaller and would fit comfortably into his baby carrier. He loved the bouncing motion when being carried. Now I would have to say just spending time together outdoors. Does your family have a favourite spot in Cairns? The Esplanade is great and when time permits we go for a walk and then have a swim in the Lagoon. What is your child’s favourite game? Patrick loves balls so throwing them around in the backyard with him is always fun. And he is ALWAYS excited when we go to

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Tom's work as Tom has a supply of fit balls there which Patrick is obsessed with pulling down and playing with.

housework done when Patrick slept as a small baby and I won't do that next time around!

What is your child’s favourite food? He eats anything, but I would have to say he is particularly fond of bananas.

Tell us about your birth experience. I was very fortunate to have a trouble-free birth. I was induced 11 days over, and had a natural, drug-free birth with no complications. As I have said to many people, I found coming home with a new baby more daunting than the birthing process.

What is the most memorable moment with your child? His first swim (in a pool) was very exciting, as was his first time in the waves at the beach in Kingscliff, NSW. And more recently his first steps, which Tom and I were both lucky enough to witness. Are you planning to have more children? Yes, two or three in total would be nice. What is your best sleeping tip? It's a cliche but 'sleep when they sleep', especially when they are very young. I opted to get

Words of wisdom to expecting parents? Do what YOU think is best for you and your baby, even if someone or something else says otherwise. The intuition of parents, I have found, is rarely misplaced.


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family therapy - intimacy after birth Pregnancy and birth will almost always have a significant impact on the physical and emotional states of the mother and father, and it takes time to adjust to these changes once you have arrived home with your beautiful newborn. The process of bonding is very important following the birth for all in this new family, this includes the reconnecting of mum and dad; however it does not necessarily come naturally and can take time for some to rekindle the passion in their lives. Fatigue and the birth experience often can affect a woman’s desire for intimacy following the arrival of the newborn and this is quite normal. Women of newborns often feel torn between trying to

adapt the very demanding role of mothering their infant and spending time with partners (if not a single parent), other children, family and friends. All of this and a huge dose of sleep deprivation often leads to physical and emotional exhaustion which leave little time for romance let alone feelings of sexual desire!

Here are few tips which may be useful: Get as much rest and sleep as possible. Catching an hour of sleep in the daytime while your baby is sleeping can make a world of difference to you, your partner and your relationship. A daily walk is vital for good physical and emotional wellbeing – ten minutes will make a difference to how you feel and if you can do this as a family even better. Your personal self care is vital, take a few minutes a day for yourself. Get out of those pj’s and do something that makes you feel good about you. Remember not to stop the basic acts of love which include cuddles, kisses and some ‘us time’ every day.

Don’t rush sexual intimacy. Take your time and talk about the ways you can express your love for each other until your body is ready and the time is right. Accept help from family and friends this can allow you and your partner some ‘us time’. If you have any concerns about sexual intimacy following the arrival of your newborn talk to your midwife or doctor. Help is available. Family therapy is supplied by Birdwing Therapies which provides parenting and children’s programs. Contact Keran for further info on phone: 4041 3504 or visit www.birdwingtherapies.com.au


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Enlarge your child’s world with a membership at Cairns Libraries • • • • •

Board books Picture books Children’s DVDs Children’s pc games Baby Rhyme Times

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story times with craft Free holiday workshops Kids magazines Free internet pcs just for kids and lots more!

Plus your membership will give you free unlimited online access to animated storybook sites TumbleBooks and Ziptales! Membership is free for all residents of Queensland. Branches located in Babinda, City, Earlville, Edmonton, Gordonvale, Manunda, Mossman, Smithfield and Stratford.

A membership with Cairns Libraries gives you much more than what’s on the shelf!

Baby BeeHinds modern cloth nappies make cloth nappying your baby easy! Times have changed...no folding, no soaking, no pins...just nappies that work! Heaps of funky fabrics that mean quality, reliability and of course, fashion! Don’t throw your money in the bin- Baby BeeHinds can save you up to $2000 per child (compared to disposables) AND you can do your bit to lessen the load on our environment. Visit www.babybeehinds.com.au to shop online or view our list of consultants who can come to you and show you the range in person!


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women’s wellbeing building your self-esteem Self-esteem is one of the most important factors influencing a person’s well-being. A low self-esteem is often at the core of many psychological difficulties such as anxiety and depression. It is also common in people who have communication or relationship difficulties. So what is self-esteem and how can you improve it? Self-esteem means selfrespect. It comes from our self-image. A person with a high self-esteem has a positive self-image whereas a person with low self-esteem has a poor or negative selfimage.

Your self image is what you believe to be true about yourself. Sometimes you may base your self-image on the opinions of others. Things you may have heard people say about you, what other people have told you or what others did to you may contribute to how you view yourself. The problem with this is that if other people view you negatively then this will cause you to a have a negative self-image. We cannot control what others think or say about us and often others’ opinions of us are inaccurate or unimportant anyway! Viewing yourself as a

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unique and worthy individual and worrying less about what other people think of you will help you to have a positive self-image. So what situations effect your self-esteem? For many women, their self-esteem has been influenced by situations where they have been made to feel inferior. Experiencing failure or inequalities, being criticised, rejected or abused and feeling unloved can all contribute to feelings of low self-esteem. When you have a low selfesteem you may feel sad, inferior, angry, jealous, rejected or lonely.


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How can you build your self-esteem? Revisit your interests and goals: Make a list of things you’d like to do and learn. Regularly take steps towards achieving your goals. Evaluate your environment. Identify the people in your life who are critical of you and spend less time with them. Spend more time with those people who appreciate and support you. Avoid being self-critical. No one is perfect!

Acknowledge your strengths, qualities and accomplishments. Stop comparing yourself to others and viewing yourself as inferior. View yourself as being of equal worth. Try being more assertive. Speak up for yourself and express your needs and wants. Be okay with saying “no”. Spend some time with yourself at the end of each day. Review what happened and how you felt during the day. Write about it in a private journal. If you are feeling bad about yourself, consider contacting a therapist. A therapist can help you identify thoughts that are contributing to your low self-esteem and replace them with ones that make you feel good about yourself. If you have self-esteem issues contact Charlene at Women’s Psychological Health on 4031 8095 to arrange a consultation.

Self-image forms from a very early age. Just like your self-esteem was influenced by your childhood so too is your children’s. If your self-esteem is high you are able to role model this for your children. It will also be easier for you to encourage your children to have a positive view of themselves.

Women’s wellbeing is supplied by Charlene Halfhyde from Women’s Psychological Health. Charlene can be contacted on 4031 8095 for individual or group therapy for women aged 16 and above

Charlene Halfhyde Psychologist Individual and group therapy for women aged 16 and above Medicare Rebate Available Pregnancy Support Counselling Bulk Billed

2/325 Sheridan St, Cairns ph: 4031 8095 email: wphealth@bigpond.com


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fitness tips with Simone here are some basic guidelines to get you on the right track: Eat regularly – every 2 – 4 hours. Aim to have 2 pieces of fruit and 5 serves of vegetables in a day. Keep portion sizes under control by using smaller dinner plates. Drink plenty of water – aim for about 5% of your body weight in litres, i.e. if you are 60 kg then your daily water consumption would be approximately 3 litres. This is especially important here in Cairns where the weather is warmer. Prepare healthy snacks and always carry them with you – nuts, dried fruit, cut up fresh vegetables, piece of fruit. Eliminate soft drinks, juice and flavoured milks from your diet – these just add extra kilojoules to your daily intake. Opt for water with a squirt of lemon or lime to give it flavour. If you must have something go for diet soft drinks or diet cordial, these have little or no kilojoules.

Healthy eating, we all know we should do it, we all have the best intention to do it, and yet we all have a million reasons why we don’t do it. So, I want to equip you with some basic advice and tools that may help you get your eating, and that of your family, back on track. To eat well, start by planning for three healthy meals a day, and three healthy snacks. It’s important to plan to ensure that your food choices are the best for you. That means that you are eating foods filled with vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates and protein and healthy fats. Preparation and planning is the key.

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If you do over-indulge, don’t starve yourself for punishment – get active and move your body to burn the extra calories – a brisk walk, a gym class or maybe playing with your little one for an hour – starving will just slow your metabolism. As much as possible eat natural – eliminate processed foods and only eat what comes in nature’s own wrapper. Never shop on an empty stomach – ensure that you have had a healthy snack before you hit the supermarket, this will keep you on track to make healthy purchases, and then shop to your prepared list so you can feel fantastic when you unpack and look at how well you’ve set yourself up to eat for energy and vitality.


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if you are dining out, try some of these tricks: Share a main with a friend, this will help keep portions down. Before you go enjoy a salad or some vegetables to help fill you slightly and also get your vegetable serves in. Aim for healthier meals, grilled steak, chicken, fish with some potato and vegetables versus a large bowl of creamy pasta. Eat until you’re satisfied not until your plate is empty, for the $2 $3 worth of food you leave on your plate, you can save yourself kilos of weight gain!

If you are really struggling with food, then see a nutritionist or dietician that can look at your individual needs and help you to find the right balance. Eating is one of life’s necessities, and it can also be one of life’s great pleasures. Making good choices means that you will feel better, look better and you can enjoy eating a whole lot more.

Simone is a Personal Trainer, Pilates Coach & Internationally Certified Body Balance Instructor. Simone takes classes, including MUMBALATES at Active Health Clubs. Contact Simone on 0411 027 883 or simkay1@bigpond.net.au.


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BABY WELCOMING CEREMONY

The Welcoming Babies Ceremony is a new initiative of the Cairns Regional Council to celebrate births in our region. The welcoming ceremony will imitate a national citizenship ceremony with each baby being presented with a welcoming certificate and a native Australian tree by Mayor Val Schier. Cr Schier said that this ceremony was a celebration of new life and Cairns Regional Council is working hard to ensure we leave a good legacy for these future custodians. “It’s a wonderful way to welcome these young babies into the community and a fun day for families to celebrate their baby being born into this wonderful region,” Cr Schier said. “These babies are the future custodians of this unique tropical region and reinforce why Council is making decisions now to ensure the lifestyle that we all enjoy is preserved for future generations.” The Welcoming Babies Ceremony will be held Sunday 30 August, 1.30 – 4.00pm at the Cairns

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Regional Council building 119-145 Spence Street, Cairns. The aim of the first Welcoming Babies Ceremony, an event that will be held annually, is not only to officially welcome babies born to residents of the Cairns Regional Council area but also to help connect their parents with the full range of Council facilities available. Planned festivities include free family entertainment, free children’s activities, stalls and refreshments as well as a certificate and tree presentation. Families who have welcomed a baby during 2008 and 2009 are invited to take part in this special ceremony by registering their baby by Wednesday 19 August. A registration form is available on page 15 of this publication or on the Council website www.cairns.qld.gov.au


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notice board FOR SALE Fisher Price swing, electric with battery option, blue/grey seat cover, 3 teddies as a mobile, tray, adjustable backrest angle, various speed and 2 volume levels for the tunes, as new $100. Baby bath, good size, blue with plug and hose to drain $10 perfect condition. Baby Bouncer, dark blue mesh on metal frame, good condition $15. phone Deborah 0438 252 595 AVENT iQ24™ Electronic Steam Steriliser, purchased NEW and not used. Sterilises 6 bottles in 6mins, 2 modes, keeps contents sterile for 6-24hrs. $125 (RRP $154.95). AVENT Express Bottle & Babyfood Warmer, Purchased NEW and not used. Fast and safe for breastmilk, formula, babyfood. $65 (RRP $79.95). PreBirth Cradle™ Maternity Back Support, alleviates lower back ache and provides great support for the abdomen and pelvis during pregnancy. Fully adjustable, as new. $65 (RRP $110). Hug-a-bub™ baby carrier and baby sling, navy/red soft cotton wrap-around offers total head and neck support for baby. Exc. Cond. $60 (RRP $120). phone Jan 4028 3188 or 0422 130 572 Baby bassinet for newborns up to 8 kg. Excellent condition. Hardly used, $70 (New: $120) phone Sabbi 0415 592 457

3pc Basinette Set - $40 neg, 2 white basinettes with foam inserts, 1 metal trolley with castors, all in good condition. phone Deanne 0409 724 431 "Love n Care" 3 wheel jogger pram with detachable toddler seat included. Excellent condition $160 ono. phone Nikki 4059 2035 'Love n Care' baby bath on stand with drainage hose. Near new $50. 'Bruen' Secure Baby Carrier, never used $20. 'Fisher Price' Baby Monitor $20. 'Tommee Tippee' Nappy bin $10. phone Tracie 4045 4451 or 0415 610 021 Childcare Double pram, navy blue excellent condition barely used $200. Baby bath with separate stand $30 plus assorted other baby accessories and baby toys. phone Fiona 0418 443 396

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Child safety gate in good second hand condition to contain VERY active 9mth old. Also an alphabet foam puzzle mat to catch falls. phone Jacynta 0429 351 804 email: wayneandjas@westnet.com.au

Cairns Kids Magazine is offering FREE private listings on the Notice Board for events, notices and buy & sell. Please email or post us by the 10th of the month prior, for publication in the next issue. Email: noticeboard@cairnskidsmagazine.com.au Postal: Notice Board, PO Box 7948, Cairns, QLD 4870 Please indicate your preferred heading: what’s on, playgroups, for sale or wanted to buy.


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notice board P L AY G R O U P S LITTLE SQUIRTS PLAYGROUP Meet Wednesdays Venue: Community Church Hall, Hardy Road Time: 9.30am – 11.30am We have children from newborns through to 5 years olds. We have monthly outings, a great network of parents and would love to have new families join our weekly session. Contact Sheree on 4045 2783

SANDS (Stillbirth & Neonatal death support including miscarriage) SANDS support groups are casual gatherings for all family members who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month 10am - 12pm Marlin Coast Neighbourhood Ctr, 45 Cumberland Ave, Smithfield Contact Nerissa 4098 3089 or Kelly 4033 7917

CAIRNS SOUTH SINGLE PARENTS Meet other single parents, a no pressure easy way to meet other single parent families, fun family activities, Parents-only events to meet new friends and have an opportunity to be more than a parent. Phone Vicki on 0413 094 950 or log on to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ cairnssouthsingleparents/

CAIRNS PLAYCONNECT PLAYGROUP FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WITH AUTISM Cairns families who have young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) behaviours, with or without a diagnosis, are meeting at St Margaret’s Anglican Church Hall at 230 Aumuller St, Cairns. Will meet every Thursday, 9.30am – 11.30am. Contact Playgroup Queensland (toll free) on 1800 171 882 or email info@playgroupqld.com.au

NORTHERN BEACHES PLAYTIME Marlin Coast Neighbourhood Centre runs a playtime Mondays 10.00am – 12 noon. Cost is $4 per family, which covers morning tea. Bookings are not necessary. Phone 4038 1644 SPUNKY MONKEYS PLAYGROUP At Bentley Park has vacancies for families and carers with children aged 0-5. Mondays 9.30am – 11.30am. Venue: Community Church Hall, Hardy Road Phone 0424 735 692 GORDONVALE PLAYGROUP Meets Mondays 9.30am – 11.30am at the Gordonvale Community Kindergarten Moller Street Gordonvale. For more info phone 4056 1638 FAR NORTH QLD MULTIPLE BIRTH ASSOCIATION INC. For information on twins, triplets, multiple birth or social gatherings with other parents. Phone 0439 797 221 Email fnqmba@yahoo.com.au

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HUNGRY MUMMY'S - A TIME FOR HOT MUMMY'S TO MEET AND EAT! Held every Tuesday at 12pm for venue details please call Nicole if interested as venue can change! Any mums welcome! For more info and venue phone Nicole 0435 193 346 or email dalla888@live.com THE TREEHOUSE It’s all about getting moms and babies to be creative. We do lots of arty stuff, relax, listen to music etc. We meet every Thursday from 2.30pm to 4.30pm in Machans Beach Community Hall on Tucker Street. Contact Rossi 0432 154 716 or Ela 0400 484 221 INTERESTED IN GERMAN PLAYGROUP? Anyone who would be interested to join a German playgroup or just meet other German speaking babies, toddlers and parents please contact Sabbi: 4032 5398 or 0415 592 457 or e-mail Sabbisunshine@aol.com


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business directory Cairns Weddings - Kay Earl Weddings, Namings, Commitments & other Occasions – 14 years experience Kay’s Naming Ceremonies are warm, friendly and professional. Be confident that your little one’s Naming Day is special for everyone. Great ideas and support. for more info visit: www.cairnsweddings.com.au email: kayearl@cairnsweddings.com.au 28 Mann Street, Edmonton, QLD phone: 07 4045 26 60 mobile: 0419 799 637

Marlin Coast Family Day Care phone: 07 4057 9977 email: mcfdc@bigpond.com Government approved. Child care fee relief available.

limited vacancies available for affordable & flexible homecare for your child

Photography by Dominic Chaplin PINE CREEK PICTURES 0419 028 077 www.pinecreekpictures.com.au Studio: 247 McLeod Street

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BABY SHOPS/SUPPLIES Atherton Juniors ph: 07 40912 732, 32 Main Street, Atherton Baby Barn ph: 07 4051 4900, 63 Anderson Street, Manunda Baby Trading Post ph: 07 4033 1227, Southside Shopping Centre Cairns Juniors ph: 07 4045 4044, 183 Bruce Highway, Edmonton Cocoboo Kids Boutique ph: 07 4038 3590, Smithfield Shopping Centre Hire for Baby ph: 0423 959 648, www.hireforbaby.com.au Hot Mummies ph: 07 4051 5676, 103 Mulgrave Road, Cairns Little Stars for Little People ph: 07 4051 7633, Showgrounds Shopping Centre The Green House Environment Shop ph: 07 4031 8787, 55 Spence Street, Cairns Toys “R” Us ph: 07 4031 1763, 157 Mulgrave Road, Cairns Toyworld ph: 07 4054 2212, 560 Mulgrave Road, Cairns CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Cairns Civic Theatre ticket link ph: 07 4031 9555 Crystal Cascades Horse Park ph: 07 4039 3143, Lot 626 Intake Road, Redlynch Go Bowling ph: 07 4053 3497, www.gobowling.com.au Squeekers ph: 07 4055 4479, 179 Bruce Highway, Edmonton CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT/ PARTIES Nikki the Clown ph: 07 4057 8019 email: nikki@nikkitheclown.com www.nikkitheclown.com Children’s party entertainer - puppet show, games, music, face painting. Different themes available! Balloons Etc ph: 07 4054 6466, 506a Mulgrave Road, Earlville Cheeky Monkey Club ph: 1300 880 669, www.cheekymonkeyclub.com.au Flip Ripley ph: 07 4039 0622, www.flipripley.com Gift of the Gab Party Shop ph: 07 4038 3939, www.giftofthegab.com.au Go n Jump Jumping Castle & Slide Hire ph: 07 4031 4131, www.gonjump.com.au

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CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT/PARTIES Jumping Jim’s Castle Hire ph: 0418 779 608, www.jumpingjims.com.au Ponies 4 Parties ph: 0407 470 662, www.ponies4parties.com.au Sumphun Kidzcraft ph: 0410 041 633, susteve@aapt.net.au The Confectionery and Party Shop ph: 07 4051 0486, www.partyshop.com.au COMMUNITY SERVICES Child Support Agency ph: 13 12 72, 480 Mulgrave Road, Earlville Community Health Centre 277 Mulgrave Road, Westcourt, ph: 07 4052 9333 16 Danbulan Street, Smithfield, ph: 07 4038 9900 10-12 Roberts Road, Edmonton, ph: 07 4045 9900 Relationships Australia ph: 1300 364 277, 182 Gatton Street, Manunda Family Assistance Office ph: 13 61 50, 480 Mulgrave Road, Earlville SANDS - Infant Loss Support ph: 07 4098 3089, 45 Cumberland Ave, Smithfield HEALTH & WELLBEING Mum’s Nails & Beauty Studio ph: 0406 694 296 11 Tangenelli Close, City View • Kids welcome • Pamper Packs from $50 • Acrylic Nail $40 • Wax Packs from $30 • Qualified Beauty Therapist, 15 years of experience 1300 Smiles ph: 1300 764 537, Cairns Central & Smithfield Centres Beauty Spa Club International Ph: 1300 SPA CLUB, shambhala@beautyspaclubint.com Birdwing Therapies ph: 07 4041 3504, www.birdwingtherapies.com.au Draper Street Family Medical ph: 07 4051 1074, 443 Draper Street, Paramatta Park Merluna Massage & Herbal Health ph: 07 4033 7887, Southside Shopping Centre MumMe family hair studio ph: 0439 300 970, www.mummefamilyhair.com.au Mumbalates ph: 0411 027 883, simkay1@bigpond.net.au Specialist Kinesiologists ph: 0418 432 581, dsdavies8@bigpond.com Women’s Psychological Health ph: 07 4031 8095, 2/325 Sheridan Street, Cairns


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ONLINE GIFTS/PRODUCTS Berry Baby www.berrybaby.com.au ph: 07 4055 6670 100% all natural skincare products for mother and baby, including the very popular Berry Safe Insect Repellent to scare off nasty mozzies! Don't leave home without it! Baby Rock, comfy carry sling ph: 0417 601 113, www.babyrock.com.au Belly of Love ph: 0408 077 185, www.bellyoflove.com BuBbee.com.au ph: 0409 479 614, www.bubbee.com.au Cushie Tushies ph: 0424 247 675, www.cushietushies.com.au earthmotherchild.com www.earthmotherchild.com Haggus and Stookles ph: 07 3378 7155, www.haggusandstookles.com.au Nurture Nappies ph: 07 4098 3778, www.nurturenappies.com.au ONEgroup - Certified Organic Products ph: 0412 139 938, ww.wenzorganics.mionegroup.com Simply Hampers ph: 0438 121 523, www.simplyhampers.com.au Stix & stones baby ph: 07 4033 2750, www.stixandstones.com.au Usana Health Sciences "Nutrionals you can Trust" Ph: 0414 251208, www.floramark.usana.com PARENT/CHILD ACTIVITIES Cairns GymbaROO 18 Charles Street Nth Cairns (Band Hall) ph: 07 4041 4140 Classes for babies to 5 year olds. Music, Movement, Motor skills and much more! email: cairns@gymbaroo.com.au Kindermusik with Nicole 9 Donnelly Close, Brinsmead phone: 07 4034 2219 or 0418 772 258 email: kindermusikwithnicole@yahoo.com.au www.kmusikcairns.com Music program for children 0-7 years

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PHOTOGRAPHERS Cheeky Monkey Photography ph: 0421 150 717, www.cheekymonkeyphotos.com.au Shaz Spannenburg Digital Images ph: 07 4039 0442, www.digitalimages.com.au SWIM SCHOOLS C-Me Swim ph: 07 4053 2549, 70 Russell Street, Edge Hill Essential Skills Swim School ph: 07 4045 2782, 32 Fishburn Street, Bentley Park Janet Evans Swim School ph: 07 4053 7935, 110 Pease Street, Edge Hill Marlin Coast Swimming ph: 07 4057 7720, Leisure Park Road, Smithfield Waterwise Aquatic Centre ph: 07 4039 1078, 151 Harvey Road, Redlynch MISCELLANEOUS Every Bloomin' Thing - Garden Makeover Expert. ph: 0422 225 944 , www.everybloominthing.com.au Whether you need a total garden makeover, landscape design, garden maintenance, a rescue or revitalization or garden theming, Posy is the woman to call. No matter the size, unit balconies to homesteads, each garden is given the attention is deserves. Cairns Nannies ph: 07 4054 7474, www.cairnsnannies.com.au Catholic Education ph: 07 4050 9700, www.ceo.cairns.catholic.edu.au Mum on a Mission ph: 0407 996 726 Paws Outdoors ph: 0403 537 632, www.pawsoutdoors.com.au Twinkle Toes ph: 1300 78 11 55, www.twinkletoes.com.au

KinderGym ph: 07 4055 1711, www.bvgc.asn.au PHOTOGRAPHERS Barry Daly Photography ph: 07 4058 1662, www.barrydaly.com.au Calypso Kids ph: 07 4041 5581, www.calypsokids.com.au

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