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We hope you enjoy reading Essential Child, we look forward to bringing you many more editions.

We were inspired to create Essential Child by our passion for early childhood matters and by the media and resources available to parents in metropolitan areas. We realised that parents in regional areas were missing out on a lot of great writing and information about child care and development, current issues affecting families and resources vital for bringing up children, so we’re committed to bringing these to you. We promise interesting and balanced articles, practical advice and inspiring true-life stories, as well as a few giggles along the way.

Published every three months (for now!), Essential Child is free and can be found in many of the places you probably already visit on a regular basis, such as your child’s preschool, your medical centre or favourite children’s retailer. So keep your eye out for us!