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Kiddo: Innovator of the Year 2023 at Women in Digital Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Kiddo has been honored with the prestigious title of "Innovator of the Year 2023" at the Women in Digital Awards!…

Kiddo: Innovator of the Year 2023 at Women in Digital Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Kiddo has been honored with the prestigious title of "Innovator of the Year 2023" at the Women in Digital Awards!…

Kiddo App: A holiday lifesaver for parents

The holiday season is just around the corner, and for parents, that often means juggling festive preparations with everyday childcare responsibilities. With the calendar filling up …

Interview Questions for Employing a Child Care Worker in Australia

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Partner Spotlight: My Autonomy

We know that navigating the NDIS can be challenging and confusing. That’s why My Autonomy prides itself on providing a service that helps all participants and Support Coordinators thrive.…

Book Week - 5 Affordable and Easy Costume Ideas

Book Week runs 19th - 25th August this year and is a much-anticipated event in schools and Child Care Centres. Kiddo's tips on 5 affordable and easy costumes to get you organised in time!…

Child Care Subsidy changes for July 2023

In a positive development for Australian families, the government is introducing significant changes to the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) program, effective from July 2023. Read more about the changes and how it affects your family here.…

Travelling families: How to Find a Babysitter

The words 'We are going on holidays!" can be exciting for any family. It's a great time for families to take a break, learn about new cultures and experiences and recharge. However, for travelling families, holidays can often be overwhelming for parents,…

Kiddo - Seven News

It was our pleasure to attend the 18th Annual Lord Mayor's Business Awards launch yesterday.…

Pets around Babies and Preschoolers

The many benefits of having a pet as part of the family home have been documented widely.  Studies have shown that dogs help children's self-esteem, can make them feel safe, and help them learn empathy and responsibility. …

Wellways | Carer Gateway

Carer Gateway is a national support service funded by the Australian Government connecting carers with free local supports.…

Events for kids and the whole family with Out & Seek

If you’re after events for the whole family especially for kids, you can use Out & Seek as your resource to find inclusive and accessible events.…

Healthy School Lunch box recipes

Sending your child to school or day care with a healthy and nutritious lunch is important for their overall health and wellbeing. But coming up with new and creative lunch ideas can be a challenge.…

Care Squared - Q & A

Care Squared Kids are a National Paediatric Multi-disciplinary allied health service, which is NDIS registered. Care Squared Kids provides Psychology, Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology services all under one roof.…

Managing care and guilt during school holidays

School holidays can be a wonderful time for children, but for many parents, it can be a time of stress and anxiety. Managing care for children, dealing with guilt, and finding time for work and other obligations can be overwhelming.…

How to find care for children with special needs

How to find care for children with disabilities. Child focused support workers. Kiddo connecting you to support workers.…

Kiddo App - National Nine News

Kiddo as featured on National Nine News, CEO Rebecca Dredge talks about the stresses of family and how Kiddo is a solution for busy families, empowering parents to return to work.…

Kiddo App - WIN News - Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast, Cairns & Townsville

Kiddo as featured on WIN News, CEO Rebecca Dredge talks about the stresses of family and how Kiddo is a solution for busy families, empowering parents to return to work.…

5 tips on going back to school stress-free

And just like that, it’s back to school time! It’s no secret that schools can be a stressful place for younger children and parents alike. Fortunately, there are simple ways…

How To Have A Stress-free Silly Season

Tis the season to be jolly! Christmas is a time for fun, get-togethers, and celebrating the silly season, but as many parents know, it’s also a time for stress. There’s a lot of planning and spending that goes into Christmas time, but it doesn’t have to be a stress-fest. We’re sharing our tips for stressing less this silly season and having more fun.…

Kiddo wins Lord Mayor’s Business Award

Australia’s leading childcare app, Kiddo, won the Xero Award for Outstanding Micro Business at the Lord Mayor’s Business Awards 2022 in a ceremony Friday 21 October 2022.…

Leaving Baby for the First Time

The first few weeks, and even months, after having a baby can be all-consuming, with lengthy feeding sessions, sleepless nights and adjusting to life with a newborn, so the idea of a date night might just be very welcomed. But you may be worried about leaving baby for the first time.…

How to Find a Babysitter in Melbourne

Finding a babysitter is certainly something that can pose a challenge, especially for first-time parents or parents with young children. Some parents are lucky and are showered with family support, but others don't have this...…

How to Find a Babysitter in Sydney

Finding a babysitter is certainly something that can pose a challenge, especially for first-time parents or parents with young children. Some parents are lucky and are showered with family support, but others don't have this...…

Keep your profile live and get the most out of it!

A great read for new Kiddo Carers, how to manage availability, respond to your first request and most importantly stay active on Kiddo!…

Best Family Holiday Tips

Escaping reality and heading off to somewhere beautiful is just what every family needs, but sometimes the thought of all the packing and planning can feel quite overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be. We’ve gathered our best tips and tricks for having a perfect family holiday.…

Kiddo takes home Rising Star Of The Year for 2022

Sydney, New South Wales - Kiddo has been named the winner of the Rising Star AusMumpreneur of the Year for Queensland and Northern Territory, and bronze for the category overall in Australia.…

Can I provide NDIS Care as a Babysitter?

You may currently be a Babysitter on Kiddo and recently seen our “NDIS care for kids” update. You might be wondering what this is and how you could potentially be part of it.…

How NDIS funding can support your child

Unexpected challenges are all part of being a parent. If your child has a disability you may be eligible for extra support with NDIS funding.…

Entertaining the kids during school holidays

You know its school holidays when you hear the words “I’m bored.” and you wonder, how your child can possibly be bored when surrounded by apps, television, gaming consoles.....…

How to boost your child's immune system

How to increase your child’s immune system. Tips and tricks for parents to feel more in control in a seemingly uncontrollable time.…

What to do when Interviewing a Nanny

Finding the ideal nanny is no easy feat. So we get it if you are scratching your head unsure where to find one and then what to do when interviewing a nanny. You just want to breeze through all the hard in-between steps and jump to the part where you feel good about leaving your baby or child with someone else.…

Spook-tacular Colouring in Competition

We love to do things a little differently here at Kiddo - we are holding an "Online colouring-in competition!!" Simply print one of our templates, have your little one colour it in and return it to us!…

What to get Dad for Father’s Day

As you might be aware, Fathers Day is this coming Sunday. We all know Mother's day is a huge celebration but we don't want to neglect the dads in our lives. Here are some ways you can celebrate fatherhood and honour dad on Sunday.…

Top 5 restaurants for date night

Brisbane and Gold Coast, your top 5 restaurants for your next date night. Book a table, book a babysitter and support local business.…

Preparing to go back to school!

School is back! Understandably, for many of us that can make us feel anxious. Here are our tips to make the week a little easier.…

The Importance of Independent Play

Play is a large part of early childhood development, but as good as structured play can be, there is another area of play that holds its own amazing benefits. …

Easter Fun: Ideas for the Kiddos

Some fun and simple ideas to keep the Kiddos busy leading up to the Easter long weekend. Cute gift ideas for Grandparents, a new spin on the traditional Easter Egg hunt!…

Brisbane's B105FM: Abby Coleman talks about her Kiddo App experience

B105FM Co-host Abby Coleman talks about her Kiddo App Babysitting experience.   Abby Coleman is an Australian radio presenter and comedian living in Brisbane. …

Take a load off your mind with Laundry Lady

Busy families trying to juggle sporting commitments, school drop-offs, full-time or part-time work, study, and house chores - not to mention find ‘me time’ - is not new. What is proving a game-changer, however, are the entrepreneurial mums out there creating helpful apps and bookable services allowing parents to reclaim that elusive work-life balance.…

How to make your morning routine easier

The morning routine with children of any age can be hectic - whether you are packing your daycare back, sending your Grade 3 child to school, things are always chaotic. …

Finding a Babysitter

Finding a babysitter is certainly something that can pose a challenge, especially for first-time parents or parents with young children. Some parents are lucky and are showered with family support, but others don't have this...…

6 Amazing Gift Ideas for Parents

If you are googling ‘gift ideas for parents’ or are currently on the hunt for a baby shower gift or just a gift that any stressed or deserving parent would LOVE, then this is a must-read.…

Kiddo colouring in competition

What better way to celebrate the start of summer and the Christmas holidays, with our Kiddo Colouring in competition. Colour to WIN $200 in prizes!…

Rescueblue: Tips on how to avoid choking to save your Kiddos life

With the silly season almost upon us, all that extra food and festivities - it's a timely reminder to perhaps book a Childrens First Aid Course. Kiddo recently spoke with Rescueblue Paramedic Jess Peters. …

2020 AusMumpreneur Awards

Kiddo App takes out the 2020 AusMumpreneur Award for Digital Innovation…

2020 AusMumpreneur Awards

Kiddo App and its Founder, Rebecca Dredge, have been named as finalists in the National 2020 AusMumpreneur Awards. Kiddo App is a finalist in the Digital Innovation and People's Choice Awards. Rebecca is also a finalist in the 'Emerging Mumpreneur of the year award" for her efforts as CEO/Founder of Kiddo App and its successes since launching on the app stores late 2019. …

Restaurants open in Brisbane

Kiddo's pick of restaurants open in Brisbane…

5 Tips : Parents working from home during Coronavirus

You all know here at Kiddo HQ, we are all about making your life easier. So we thought we’d share some of our 5 Tips for Parents working from home during Coronavirus.…

25 Indoor activities to entertain kids at home

We know it's hard to keep the Kiddos entertained whilst indoors, here are 25 activities you can do at home!…

A first - Babysitting App in Australia

Kiddo as featured on A Current Affair.…

Date night ideas for Parents in Brisbane

We know Valentines Day is approaching and yes it feels like it may be another 'Hallmark holiday'. But Valentines is all about celebrating love. Celebrating with your Kiddos, your partner, it is always a good excuse for a date at least! We love Brisbane..…

Kiddo's 5 Best Apps for Families

Kiddo understands how hectic parenthood can be, so we have compiled a list of our 5 Free Apps that will make Parents lives easier - getting you organised and ready for the new school year. …

Kiddo Babysitting App as featured on Nine News

See Kiddo as featured on Nine News QLD…

10 School Holiday Activities for the whole family

Here are some of the awesome school holidays activities happening throughout South East QLD and a few of my personal tips for some School holiday fun.…

Mums journey to help Parents find Babysitters

Before I was a mother, I really loved going out, wining and dining (who doesn’t right), but I guess that all changed when I had children.…

Self care for Mumpreneurs

Self-care for Mumpreneurs are words we hear more and more every day and has become one of the catch cries of women today, but what does it really mean?…

Filming your Babysitter introduction video

Ok, we know its hard talking about ourselves, let alone putting it into a Video! But including a Babysitter introduction video with your profile sure helps Parents understand who you are a little bit more. …

Kiddo's website is bigger than ever

Great news Kiddo's website has expanded! As we get closer to launch date, we have expanded our website…

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