Evidence suggests consumption of a Mediterranean diet (MD) can positively impact both maternal and offspring health, potentially mediated by a beneficial effect on inflammatory pathways. We aimed to apply metabolic profiling of serum and urine samples to assess differences between women who were stratified into high and low alignment to a MD throughout pregnancy and investigate the relationship of the diet to inflammatory markers.   ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2023
• December 2023

During 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. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2021
• May 2021

The ORIGINS Project is a catalyst for change ...

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Find out more about the activities and highlights of ORIGINS. ...

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Our Project Management Team Get in Touch Get in touch with The ORIGINS Project team ORIGINSproject@telethonkids.org.au Find us at one of our two ...

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SYMBA is promoting gut health (symbiosis) with prebiotic fibre taken during pregnancy for prevention of allergic disease. ...

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• Allergy, Inflammation & Immunity

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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Communicating with and Understanding your Baby ...

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• Brain & Behaviour

Pregnancy Lifestyle Activity and Nutrition (PLAN) ...

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• Nutrition & Metabolism

Understanding how families engage with screen technologies and how it may influence child development ...

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• Environment & Lifestyle