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Home\Blog\GenV Parents\Meet GenV parent Beau! Home Meet GenV parent Beau! Meet GenV parent Beau! Generation Victoria (GenV) is a research project with a simple but hugely important goal: To transform the health and wellbeing of an entire generation of Victorians. We interviewed GenV dad Beau about why he and his family joined GenV. Pictured here are his daughters Ruby and Isla! Why did you join GenV? We were happy to contribute to a research study that could either assist our own children, or theirs. What have you enjoyed so far about taking part in GenV? The in-depth understanding and questions around our childs life, how they have been brought up and the decisions we are making. It has sometimes made us stop & think. What are you most looking forward to in being part of GenV? Hopefully helping the greater population and how children behave, grow and learn. The outcomes are also going to be fascinating to learn. What exciting things has Isla done this year? She speaks in full sentences. Her imagination is quite vast. Counting from 1-10 fluently. Has learnt how to ride a bike. Is somewhat bi-lingual (understands a 2nd language in conversation and will answer in English). She has become a BIG SISTER to our beautiful Ruby Leila (now 9 months old). What would you say to other parents considering taking part in GenV? Do it, it’s been enjoyable and opportunity to reflect along the journey. What do you think is an important area for GenV and researchers to focus on? All of which you are already doing. What health and wellbeing issues matter most to you and your family? Good health, fitness and an active lifestyle. November is men’s health month. Why do you think it’s important researchers understand men’s and father’s health and wellbeing? Men are less likely to seek medical attention and help. We are often shy to speak up and it’s important to first of all – recognise and then seek help Food matters for health – especially for babies and toddlers. how do you find navigating food for your child and why do you think it’s important GenV looks at topics like this? Toddlers are picky with their foods, trying to learn how to get more nutritious foods into them is important. The biggest hurdle is when they learn refusal – how to create fun games, safe environments with baby-led weaning etc. was a challenge for us that we are still overcoming each day. Article by GenV Team Share this article: