Chronic conditions are not always only physical. Mental health and wellness is critical to the overall wellbeing of a person, and can also impact on physical health.
Researchers are exploring the mental wellbeing of families and their experience of pregnancy and parenthood, and effective support options available. Mental health development of the child is also explored, as well as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our ORIGINS families.

The Mums Minds Matter study is comparing three stress-reduction training programs across a custom-designed app that is working to increase long-term mental health skill application among perinatal women.

The ORIGINS Community Wellbeing during COVID-19 Project is investigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on emotional wellbeing, family functioning and perceived stress on families.

Providing expectant and new Dads with a health check-up

An experimental study linked to the Mums Minds Matter project, which aims to determine if pregnant women's willingness to engage in online wellbeing programs varies across types.

Communicating with and Understanding your Baby

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

Reviewing the development and wellbeing of children, prior to them commencing kindergarten

This study explores the role of infant sleep in early childhood development.

With 22% of Australian children entering school developmentally vulnerable, The Flourishing Child study is developing a tool to connect parents and carers with support so they can best support their child's flourishing.

This project aims to investigate the impact of a non-severe burn injury on children's health for life.

The BioMood project will study how following a Mediterranean diet during pregnancy affects the gut microbiome, metabolism, and inflammation, with the expectation that it will promote a healthier microbiome and better mental health.

Helping families to unlock the mental and physical health benefits of connecting with nature and community through outdoor play - easily, and locally.

Enhancing psychological wellbeing in families from pregnancy to infancy