RENOWNED health expert and broadcaster Dr Norman Swan’s new book ‘So You Want to Know What’s Good for Your Kids?’ is the ultimate guide for parents of young children, presenting them with reliable, evidence-based advice on raising happy and healthy children.
Most books on childhood stop at age five, only starting again with adolescence, thus missing out on the critical primary school years: the years that make all the difference.
In his latest book, Dr Swan lays out the facts parents need to know in clear and concise language, allowing them to make informed decisions for themselves.
His book clears away all the unnecessary advice parents are subjected to, allowing them to focus on what makes a difference to children. He replaces myths, half-truths and misconceptions with practical knowledge on topics that parents care about – including sleep, diet, school refusal, screens, social media, what genetics determine and what you can and can’t change, anxiety, ADHD and much more!
Dr Swan, the host of ABC Radio National’s Health Report, became a household name during the pandemic with his program Coronacast. But before that he was already regarded as Australia’s leading medical journalist, and before that, he trained as a paediatrician.
He is a dynamic and entertaining speaker, and a fascinating man in his own right.
Outspoken Maleny is thrilled to have him return to Maleny for a conversation about his new book.
On the night, introducing author will be Marko Newman, speaking about his Aurealis Award short-listed novel Dronicus. Marko, a Maleny resident, worked for several decades in the film industry as a film-maker, producer and director, and he brings his visual imagination to the fore in this science-fiction thriller. Both authors will be talking to Steven Lang. Dr Norman Swan in conversation with Steven Lang, Maleny Community Centre on Tuesday August 20, 6pm for 6.30pm.
Tickets $27.50, $18 for students www.outspokenmaleny.com
