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ORIGINS celebrates it’s 10,000th baby, reaching key recruitment milestoneAustralia’s biggest longitudinal study following the health and wellbeing of children from their conception through to childhood, has welcomed its 10,000th and final participant.

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Tips for discussing coronavirus with your kidsThe rapidly developing coronavirus crisis is affecting our daily lives in unprecedented ways and brings with it uncertainty and fear.
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Wellbeing of breastfeeding women in australia and new zealand during the covid‐19 pandemic: A cross‐sectional studyDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, breastfeeding women have experienced restricted access to support, placing them at increased risk of mental health concerns and limited breastfeeding assistance. This study investigated the effect of the pandemic on feeding choices and maternal wellbeing amongst breastfeeding mothers living in Australian and New Zealand. We conducted a cross-sectional online survey that examined feeding methods, maternal mental wellbeing, worries, challenges, and positive experiences during the pandemic.
Meet the directors and researchers that make up the team behind ORIGINS.

Brain and behaviour research encompasses a child's learning, development and mental health - and the impact and development of conditions like cerebral palsy, autism and intellectual disability.

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Research Australia: Low iron link to kids' mental health and behaviour issuesRead our contribution to Research Australia's INSPIRE magazine in their 'Prevention' edition.

This project aims to investigate the impact of a non-severe burn injury on children's health for life.

Assessing the virus transmission, immunity development and wellbeing of families during COVID-19

This study explores the role of infant sleep in early childhood development.

Determining the associations of sun exposure in early life on the development of non-communicable diseases.