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OSCAR Care Group
Aug 12, 2024
Nurturing healthy bones in growing children for a lifetime of strength
Childhood is the biggest opportunity to build strong bones for life. It sets a solid foundation for future bone health. Most of our bone...
OSCAR Care Group
Jul 17, 2024
Scoops of Joy: The Sweet World of Ice Cream
A scoop of ice cream is like taking a delightful journey through a frozen wonderland, where each bite is a moment of pure bliss. But what...
OSCAR Care Group
Jun 24, 2024
RECIPE: Chicken, Leek & Potato Soup for children
Delve into this mouthwatering nutrient-rich heartwarming soup. This soup brings adequate protein from the chicken and filling that veggie...
OSCAR Care Group
Jun 21, 2024
Fussy Eating Tricks
From our Lunch from a Dietitian series of Webinar, our latest episode covers Fussy Eating Tricks for Parents and Childcare Educators....
OSCAR Care Group
May 27, 2024
Believe it or Nut: Peanut Allergies are a Big Deal
In a world where peanuts are widely used in cuisines and snacks, the mention of them can send shivers down the spine of those living with...
OSCAR Care Group
May 24, 2024
Egg Allergies - What You Need to Know
Having an egg allergy is one of the most common allergies to have, especially for infants and young children. With symptoms ranging from...
OSCAR Care Group
Apr 22, 2024
When Sensory Issues Impact Food and Eating in Children
For children with sensory issues, introducing new foods can be a difficult and uncomfortable journey. This is when the dislike of new foods
OSCAR Care Group
Mar 19, 2024
How to Help Early Language Development
Did you know that one of the best ways to support early language development is by talking to your child during normal routines? We will...
OSCAR Care Group
Mar 15, 2024
Egg Safety: Take egg-xtra care
The humble egg is a delicious and versatile kitchen staple. From buttery scrambled eggs, hearty quiches, Christmas pavs and birthday...
OSCAR Care Group
Feb 22, 2024
Is your Childcare Food Safety Program compliant and up to date?
Did you know something as simple as having the wrong name listed for your Food Safety Supervisor or Director can mean your Food Safety...
OSCAR Care Group
Feb 15, 2024
A message from our Managing Director, Nicole Buettel
We are already halfway through February 2024! What a journey we had in 2023. Still coming out of the COVID fog, we have called 2023 the...
OSCAR Care Group
Feb 14, 2024
Food Allergies: Introducing PEAL
Have you noticed a change in the way food allergens are listed on packaged foods lately? For children, residents and families who live...
OSCAR Care Group
Jan 29, 2024
Supporting children with their language development in childcare
Language development not only affects how a child will communicate, but will also support various areas of a child’s development, such as...
OSCAR Care Group
Jan 25, 2024
Feeding Growth Not Guilt: Why we should stop using food-based reward systems at home and in childcare
“Finish your dinner or no dessert”, most of us have said this or have had this said to us at one time or another. How about, “if you’re...
OSCAR Care Group
Jan 22, 2024
How to build a delicious and nutritious Childcare Menu
Childcare Centres and ELCs are pivotal in influencing a child’s food and nutrition journey from a very early age. However, food...
OSCAR Care Group
Dec 12, 2023
RECIPE: Choc chip cookies for Santa
No one can go to bed on Christmas eve without setting up Santa’s milk and cookies! A great way for kids to get involved in Christmas...
OSCAR Care Group
Nov 27, 2023
RECIPE: Little Kids Berry Bonanza Smoothie
This pretty pink smoothie is full of great nutrients and antioxidants. While yummy for kids, it is also another way to add fibre into...
OSCAR Care Group
Oct 24, 2023
The Rise of Type 2 Diabetes in Australian Children
When talking about type 2 diabetes most people think of middle aged and older adults. However, an increasing number of children are being...
OSCAR Care Group
Oct 20, 2023
RECIPE: Easy ‘Pea’sy Tuna Mac & Cheese
Mac & Cheese is heartwarming and soul filling and pure comfort. We have kept all these amazing qualities and created a super easy Mac &...
OSCAR Care Group
Oct 18, 2023
How to sneak more veggies into your child’s diet
Many young ones are fussy around vegetables, so this is where we need to get creative! Hiding veggies into saucy foods or into baking are...
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