How to recognise sleep deprivation in teens.

Let’s be honest living with a sleep deprived teen is like living with a sleep deprived toddler on steroids. It’s awful for them and awful for you.  Sleep deprivation is on the increase in teens. It has doubled in the… Continue Reading >

How to avoid the negative side effects of caring too much

Have you ever felt resentment towards someone or something you cared about? They matter to you, yet they have mostly become a source of anxiety, anger, worry. Well, this could be a sign that you care too much.    The overcare… Continue Reading >

Sustainable Support for Special Needs: The Impact of Eco-Friendly Tools for Children with Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety

In today’s world, where inclusivity and sustainability intersect, the importance of high-quality educational tools and toys, along with sensory processing aids, for children with special needs cannot be overstated. As we navigate the complexities of supporting children with Autism, Anxiety,… Continue Reading >

Manage anxiety for your kids with mindful breathing

In Australia, anxiety is a significant concern among children. Approximately 14% of children aged 4-11 experience anxiety disorders. This makes anxiety the second most common mental health issue among this age group, which is around 300,000 children who struggle with… Continue Reading >

5 Mindfulness Tools to Combat Anxiety

Children and young people experiencing anxiety can feel both physical and emotional symptoms  including: racing heart beat rapid breathing being teary and irritable being sweaty and breathless ‘butterflies’ in your stomach pains and discomfort in your body. For some children… Continue Reading >

Winter Health Tips101

In Winter, it’s easy to forget to drink enough water because we’re not sweating as much as in warmer months. But indoor heating can dry out our skin and airways, so make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the… Continue Reading >

How many words should my child be saying?

As a paediatric speech pathologist the question “how many words should my child be saying?”, or “should my child be talking more?”  is perhaps one of the most frequently asked questions I hear from families. There is often a lot… Continue Reading >

Motherhood and Anxiety

Anxiety is a far more common issue with new mums than postnatal depression. For many women, anxiety, not sadness, is what they feel after having their baby. It can start in pregnancy and once the baby is born to grow to… Continue Reading >

Easy Tips for Kids to Help Them Identify Emotions

Identifying emotions can be challenging for adults. Let alone for kids. All the more reasons why parents need to start talking and teaching their children about emotional intelligence at an early age. Basic emotions such as being happy, sad, scared,… Continue Reading >

Building Resilience Through Play

Being resilient is an integral part of a child’s development and helps bolster mental health and well-being. Resilience is a character trait that we build and as such we can help our children become more resilient, meaning they will be… Continue Reading >