Connected Parenting
Parent Educator and Obstetric Social Worker at the Mater hospital in Sydney and also a mother to four beautiful boys, Genevieve is passionate about working with families around connection and attachment with their children from birth to five years.
Gen assists parents to filter out the noise and find the parenting rhythm that works for them.
Gen has a Bachelor of Social work (BSW) at UNSW, is a Circle of Security Facilitator, a Tuning in to Kids Facilitator and has a Grad Dip. in Grief and Bereavement Counselling.
With 13 years on the ground raising four kids Gen understands the challenges parents face first-hand.
Genevieve is passionate about helping families adapt to the modern parenting world and all its challenges and not only survive but thrive.
Articles
Ever asked your child how school was… and quietly wondered if they actually went to the toilet?
You’re not alone.
New insights show almost half of Australian kids aged 3–8 are holding on at school — not because they’re being difficult, but because their bodies don’t yet feel safe enough in a new environment.
If your child is avoiding the school toilet, this isn’t a behaviour problem… it’s a nervous system response.
The good news? There are gentle, practical ways to help them feel safe, relaxed, and confident again.
I’ve broken it all down in this parent-to-parent guide — grounded in research, real-life experience, and simple strategies you can start today.
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Parenting isn’t perfect – we all make mistakes. 💛 What matters is how we repair, reconnect, and reset. Discover simple ways to turn moments of tension into opportunities for connection, growth, and love with your child. 🌱✨
Read more on how repairing mistakes can strengthen your bond and model empathy for your little ones. 💞
Sibling fights driving you crazy? 😅 It’s normal, and actually healthy! Learn how welcoming conflict, stepping back, and tuning into feelings can help your kids build connection instead of tension. 💛 Discover the 5 ways parents can transform sibling struggles into growth and resilience.
Parent Educator and mum of four, Gen Muir shares four tips to help prepare your little one for the beginning of their school journey. All around the country parents and kids are gearing up for the start of a… Continue Reading >
As a mum of four boys. Believe me when I say I get it when people say their kids are not listening. Some days I feel like I tell one of my kids to put their shoes on 17 times… Continue Reading >
We all know the saying “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me”. This is the old school approach to dealing with conflict or ‘friendship fires’ between kids which when you think about it, is… Continue Reading >
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