March 10, 2026
Why isn’t the law stopping the sale of unsafe goods?
Australia continues to lag behind comparable countries when it comes to product safety laws.
Babies and kids
Helping you find the best products for your baby and growing family.
February 11, 2026
The high chairs that are hardest to clean
Don't make mealtimes harder than they have to be – avoid these gunk-gathering chairs that our experts rated as difficult to clean.
January 22, 2026
What to look for when buying a high chair
Feeding time a challenge? The right high chair can make a difference.
January 22, 2026
What to know when buying a change table for your baby
Find one that's safe and easy to use to see you through those thousands of nappy changes.
Ratings and reviews
Baby clothes and nappies
January 22, 2026
How to buy the best disposable and cloth nappies
The bottom line on cost, convenience and the environment.
January 22, 2026
How to buy the best baby clothes
Sort out the necessities from the nice-to-haves and make dressing your baby fuss-free.
August 12, 2024
The best newborn nappies – and the ones to avoid
Not sure what to buy for your newborn? We've done the hard work of figuring out the top and, um, bottom performers.
June 26, 2024
The best nappies for your toddler or walker – and the ones to avoid
Little one on the move? Here are the top products for bottoms. Plus, the leaky losers not to buy.
Baby furniture
February 11, 2026
The high chairs that are hardest to clean
Don't make mealtimes harder than they have to be – avoid these gunk-gathering chairs that our experts rated as difficult to clean.
January 22, 2026
What to look for when buying a high chair
Feeding time a challenge? The right high chair can make a difference.
January 22, 2026
What to know when buying a change table for your baby
Find one that's safe and easy to use to see you through those thousands of nappy changes.
January 22, 2026
How to buy the best baby furniture
You don't need to spend big for safety and ease of use.
Baby transport
January 22, 2026
How to choose the best baby and child car seats
Keep your child safe on Australian roads with our car restraint buying guide.
October 27, 2025
Prams to avoid buying
These prams from Kmart Anko, iCandy, Silver Cross and Pouch failed our safety tests.
June 17, 2025
How to buy the best double stroller or pram
Your guide to stroller/prams types, safety and the key features to look out for.
March 6, 2025
Over half of the portable cots tested by CHOICE fail safety standards
Our testing reveals portable cots from brands including Kmart, Childcare and Baby Bunting (Jengo) pose serious safety risks.
Children and safety
March 10, 2026
Why isn’t the law stopping the sale of unsafe goods?
Australia continues to lag behind comparable countries when it comes to product safety laws.
January 20, 2026
The danger of toppling furniture and how to avoid it
Why new laws matter and how to properly secure furniture to keep you and your family safe.
January 19, 2026
How to buy the best baby monitor
Keep an eye on your sleeping (or not sleeping) baby.
December 17, 2025
EU consumer groups flag multiple safety failures on Temu and Shein
Testing of 162 products has revealed around two-thirds contravened EU standards, and many posed serious risks.
Children's health
November 8, 2024
When is a fever really a fever?
Taking your child's temperature isn't as simple as you might think.
May 30, 2022
How to buy a great personal thermometer
What type do you need to take your temperature, or your child's?
January 12, 2021
How to get rid of head lice
We comb through head lice treatments to help you get rid of nits.
September 28, 2020
How accurate is your personal thermometer?
Our investigation into personal thermometers has found you can't always trust the number on the screen.
Education and childcare
January 13, 2025
Sanity-saving tips for thriving and surviving in the new school year
CHOICE parents share their back-to-school life hacks to get the year off to a great start.
January 21, 2022
How to buy the best school shoes
Does price matter when it comes to school shoes and their quality?
July 20, 2021
Tech tips for surviving lockdown and homeschooling with kids
We look at some creative ways of using technology to help you and them survive lockdown without hours of screentime.
January 19, 2021
Back-to-school supplies – which store is cheapest?
We compare prices at Kmart, Big W and Officeworks.
Feeding children
June 18, 2024
Mealtime hacks for busy parents and caregivers
The five handiest appliances to get you through parenthood. Plus, meal-prep tips that help you get food on the table, fast.
January 19, 2024
5 money-saving lunchbox hacks
Convenience is king when it comes to school lunches, but just a little extra work can save a lot of money.
September 12, 2023
These ‘healthy’ kids’ snacks have more sugar than jelly snakes
It's worth checking the ingredient list of some of these so-called 'nutritious' snacks.
January 6, 2023
Should you buy a Yumbox lunch box?
We review the bento box with a $45 price tag, and give you tips for how to buy the best lunch box.
Feeding your baby
February 23, 2022
Does your child need toddler milks?
Toddler milks aren't necessary for most toddlers, and may actually have some drawbacks.
November 1, 2019
Op ed: ‘Too much added sugar in toddler foods’
Increasing rates of obesity in toddlers is linked to added sugar in their diets.
November 1, 2019
Sweet ingredients found in worrying number of supermarket infant and toddler foods
Ingredients such as fruit puree and fruit juice concentrate may affect children's long-term taste preferences.
November 3, 2016
Packaged snacks for babies
Are packaged babies' snacks from the supermarket as healthy and full of goodness as they seem? We navigate the labels and claims to see how nutritious they really are.
Getting ready for baby
January 6, 2026
Which products do you actually need for a newborn baby?
Preparing for your bundle of joy can really add up. Here are the must-have buys, and what you could cross off your list.
July 26, 2022
How to kit out a nursery for less
Our tips for setting up for a baby on a budget, plus the affordable products that top our tests.
October 8, 2020
The cost of having a baby – and how to budget for it
A handy guide to help you plan your finances before your baby arrives.
September 23, 2019
How to set up your nursery and get ready for baby
A guide to gathering the essential items for your newborn.