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Why Myopia Is Rising in Australian Children — And What Parents Can Do

15/07/2025

In recent years, there’s been a noticeable rise in short-sightedness—or myopia—among Australian children. If your child has been squinting more than usual or struggling to see the whiteboard at school, it may not be just a passing concern. In fact, about one in four Australian children now show signs of myopia, according to recent health surveys. That number has climbed sharply in the past five years, making it a timely issue for parents, educators, and healthcare professionals alike. If you’re unsure where to start, you can learn more about children’s eye health and optometry services to better understand how early…

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Markets

South Eveleigh launches Loco Markets, a new winter tradition in the heart of Sydney

14/07/2025

South Eveleigh’s inaugural Loco Markets, a six-week program featuring a rotating schedule of themed markets, will launch on Thursday 19 June, running until Sunday 27 July. Loco Markets will celebrate creativity, community and connection, taking inspiration from the festive atmosphere of European street markets, coupled with exclusive South Eveleigh heritage tours and workshops. The Loco Markets will bring colour and energy to the precinct with bold, block-coloured market stalls, immersive programming and a rotating lineup of handmade goods, design-led retail, food and drink, and live entertainment. Each week will introduce a new theme and experience, encouraging visitors to return…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Jessica Borbasi

14/07/2025

Hello exhausted mammas! My name is Jessica I’m a mum of two which is still hard to believe sometimes –I’m not sure where the time went? I moved to Sydney from Adelaide many years ago as a young doctor. I remember being amazed at how lonely I could feel in a city with so many people. Now I am never alone – you know what I mean, in the best possible way. I cherish being a mother and appreciate now how raising good men is the greatest and most important gift I can give to the world – more than…

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Home Maintenance

Choosing Painters as Carefully as You Choose a Babysitter

14/07/2025

Let’s be honest—letting someone new into your home is always a big deal. Whether they’re caring for your kids or covering your kitchen in fresh paint, trust matters. As mums, we’ve got an instinct for spotting red flags, asking the right questions, and making sure our homes stay safe, clean, and calm. So why should hiring a painter feel any different from hiring a babysitter? It turns out, it’s not. Both jobs involve being in your space, around your family, and leaving things better than they found them. So when it’s time to update the living room, freshen up the…

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Community

Local Mum Urges Council to Address Childcare and Preschool Shortages

13/07/2025

Families across Double Bay and the broader Woollahra municipality are grappling with a critical shortage of childcare and preschool options. The recent closure of several centres—including Double Bay Goodstart, Greenwood Rose Bay, Little Giggles Double Bay, and Bluebirds Rose Bay—has left working parents in a difficult position. Double Bay Goodstart alone offered 150 places. The newly opened Little Feet Early Learning and Childcare in Double Bay offers 52 places per day but has an extensive waitlist, highlighting the immense demand for childcare services in our area. I am a doctor at Prince of Wales Hospital and a mother of two,…

by jay

Pets

Puppy Adoption Playdate: A Paw-some Kids’ Workshop at Pound Paws Dog Day!

12/07/2025

Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 31st—because something truly special is coming to The Golden Sheaf, Double Bay! Pound Paws, Vet HQ, and Woollahra Council are teaming up to bring you the Puppy Adoption Playdate, a unique, fun-filled workshop designed especially for kids aged 4 to 12. As part of the much-loved Pound Paws Dog Day, this one-hour interactive experience blends creativity, compassion, and hands-on learning, all while supporting the amazing work of animal rescue. Here’s what your little animal lovers can look forward to: 🐾 Adopt a Plush Puppy: Kids get to pick their own soft toy pup, name…

by jay

Beauty and hair

Why You Should Never Skip Blow-Drying After a Head Spa Treatment

11/07/2025

You’re sitting in that salon chair after an incredible head spa treatment, feeling like you’re floating on cloud nine, when your stylist asks the inevitable question: “Would you like me to blow-dry your hair?” Your first instinct might be to politely decline. Maybe you’re running late, or perhaps you’re trying to save a few extra dollars. Trust us, we get it. But here’s the thing – whether it’s deep conditioning your hair, or getting a scalp treatment in Melbourne or somewhere local, a trip to the salon isn’t complete without a bouncy blow-dry. And we’re about to tell you exactly…

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Community, Parks & Playgrounds

Have you seen the draft design for the upgrade of Robertson Park Playground in Watsons Bay?

11/07/2025

Woollahra Council is upgrading Robertson Park Playground to make it more accessible, inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. They’ve created a draft plan for the playground based on community feedback. The idea was to create a playground which can cater for kids in many different age groups and with differing abilities. Top of the list in what people asked for were more swings and new slides! People also asked for natural play features and more play equipment. Council listened to community feedback and created a draft which includes a range of play equipment, a bigger area, more challenging equipment for older…

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Community

Research Study: Mental Wellbeing After Birth

10/07/2025

Motherhood is often described as a joyful and magical time, but for many new mums it also comes with moments of overwhelm, worry, and unexpected thoughts that can feel unsettling or hard to talk about. In fact, almost 100% of mothers experience vivid, sometimes frightening thoughts about something happening to their baby. They might picture the pram rolling away or worry about accidentally hurting their child. These kinds of thoughts often appear suddenly and can feel incredibly distressing. They’re called perinatal intrusions, and while they’re extremely common, they’re rarely discussed. A new study led by researchers at UNSW Sydney is…

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Finance

How Much Insurance Is Too Much? A Mum’s Guide To Investing Wisely

09/07/2025

As a mother, protecting our family is our strongest natural instinct. Whether that’s putting money away for a rainy day or ensuring our children will always be financially stable, today’s economic climate necessitates a comprehensive approach. Today, we are going to share some information that can do both, and it might just be the guidance you need to achieve peace of mind regarding your family’s future. We are talking about insurance, and how taking certain things into consideration can enhance our protection and save you a small fortune. Many people take out insurance policies without much thought, and this usually…

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Eastern Suburbs Mums was created for mums and their families to connect with what is going on in Sydney’s east.

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Why Myopia Is Rising in Australian Children — And What Parents Can Do

South Eveleigh launches Loco Markets, a new winter tradition in the heart of Sydney

Monday’s Local Mum, Jessica Borbasi

Choosing Painters as Carefully as You Choose a Babysitter

Local Mum Urges Council to Address Childcare and Preschool Shortages

Puppy Adoption Playdate: A Paw-some Kids’ Workshop at Pound Paws Dog Day!

Why You Should Never Skip Blow-Drying After a Head Spa Treatment

Have you seen the draft design for the upgrade of Robertson Park Playground in Watsons Bay?

Research Study: Mental Wellbeing After Birth

How Much Insurance Is Too Much? A Mum’s Guide To Investing Wisely

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