Health & Medical Disclaimer

1. Important Notice — Please Read Carefully

This Health and Medical Disclaimer applies to all content, activities, milestone information, product reviews, and wellbeing tools provided through the Evergrow mobile application (‘App’). By using the App, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Disclaimer.

THE EVERGROW APP DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL, THERAPEUTIC, CLINICAL, OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTH ADVICE. THE CONTENT IS FOR GENERAL EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.

2. Nature of the Content

Evergrow is developed by Alaskah Hindry, a registered Paediatric Occupational Therapist in Australia. The content within the App reflects general educational information based on evidence-based practice in paediatric occupational therapy, child development research, and allied health literature.

The App is NOT:

•      A substitute for professional medical, therapeutic, or clinical assessment

•      A substitute for advice from your child’s GP, paediatrician, occupational therapist, speech pathologist, physiotherapist, or other registered health professional

•      A diagnostic tool for developmental delays, disabilities, or health conditions

•      A treatment program or therapeutic intervention

•      A replacement for the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) service or similar government-funded child health services

3. Developmental Milestones

The developmental milestone information provided in the App is based on general population norms sourced from peer-reviewed research, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and recognised Australian and international paediatric guidelines.

Developmental milestones represent a range of typical development — they are NOT diagnostic criteria. Every child develops at their own pace. The presence or absence of a milestone within the timeframe indicated does not necessarily indicate a developmental delay or disorder.

If you have any concerns about your child’s development, please consult a qualified health professional such as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Physiotherapist, Paediatrician, or your GP.

4. Activity Recommendations

All activity ideas and play suggestions provided in the App are general educational recommendations intended to support typical child development. They are not therapeutic exercises or clinical interventions.

You are solely responsible for:

•      Assessing whether any activity is appropriate for your individual child

•      Supervising your child at all times during any suggested activity

•      Modifying activities to suit your child’s individual abilities, temperament, and safety needs

•      Discontinuing any activity that causes distress, discomfort, or safety concerns

If your child has a diagnosed medical condition, developmental delay, disability, or has been born prematurely, please consult your treating health professional before commencing any activity suggested in the App.

5. Parent Wellbeing Content

The wellbeing tools and content provided in the App, including self-care suggestions, gratitude journalling, and reflective exercises, are intended as general wellbeing support tools only. They are NOT a substitute for mental health treatment, psychological therapy, counselling, or psychiatric care.

If you are experiencing significant emotional distress, postnatal depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns, please seek support from a qualified mental health professional. In Australia, the following services are available:

•      PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia): 1300 726 306 — panda.org.au

•      Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 — beyondblue.org.au

•      Lifeline: 13 11 14 — lifeline.org.au

•      Your GP or maternal and child health nurse

6. Product Reviews (Worth It Feature)

Product reviews and assessments in the Worth It section represent the personal professional opinion of Alaskah Hindry as a registered Paediatric Occupational Therapist. These reviews:

•      Are not independent clinical trials or peer-reviewed research

•      Reflect one professional’s opinion and may not align with all health professionals

•      Do not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of any product’s safety or suitability for your individual child

•      Should not replace your own assessment of a product’s suitability

Always assess the safety and age appropriateness of any product for your individual child. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and age recommendations at all times. Supervise your child when using any toy or product.

7. Premature Birth and Special Needs

The App provides adjusted age functionality for babies born prematurely. However, premature babies and children with special needs may have complex developmental profiles that require individualised assessment and support from a multi-disciplinary health team. Please use the App’s content as a general supplement only, not as a primary source of developmental guidance, and work closely with your treating health professionals.

8. No Professional Relationship

Your use of the Evergrow App does not create a professional relationship (including a therapeutic, clinical, or doctor-patient relationship) between you and Alaskah Hindry or Evergrow. The information provided is not personalised to your individual child’s medical history, developmental profile, or clinical needs.

9. Seek Professional Advice

Always seek the advice of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your child’s health, development, or wellbeing. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or seen in the Evergrow App.

If you believe your child may be experiencing a medical emergency, call 000 (Australia) immediately.

10. Accuracy of Information

We make every effort to ensure the information in the App is accurate, evidence-based, and up to date. However, child development research is an evolving field. We cannot guarantee that all information is complete, current, or applicable to every child. We accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions, or for any outcomes resulting from reliance on the App’s information.

11. TGA Compliance

The Evergrow App is a general wellness application and is not intended to be a medical device as defined under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 (Cth). The App does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.

12. Updates to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to update this Disclaimer at any time. Where significant changes are made, we will provide at least 14 days notice via the App before changes take effect. Continued use after the notice period constitutes acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.

13. Contact

If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, please contact us at hello@evergrowapp.com.au.