Benefits of children being physically active

Children are our future, understanding and supporting their natural desire for physical activity will help lead them to a lifetime of happiness and healthy living. If we teach them from a young age how to include healthy exercise we would… Continue Reading >

The benefits of exercise for kids during the pandemic: Why it’s more important than ever for kids to stay active

By Laura Sereno, BK’s Gymnastics Program Manager   We all understand the benefits of physical activity for our kids – it’s an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and a crucial part of a child’s physical and mental development,… Continue Reading >

Working Smarter Not Harder

By Damon Nailer   Working smarter, not harder means you find the most efficient methods for accomplishing your goals and completing your tasks. You are able to eliminate extra or double work. Here are some suggestions for working smarter instead… Continue Reading >

What is the Difference Between Homeschooling and Remote Learning? | Carlie Maree | Ep 193

  On the back of marathon restrictions and extended lockdowns, countless parents around Australia will be overjoyed at the thought of children returning back to school for good. But, did you know that from 2019 to 2020 in Victoria alone… Continue Reading >

A Response to Recent Reports About the Dangers of Vegan Eating for Infants and Children | Sarah Smith | Ep 183

  Evolution. By definition, biologically, is defined as ‘change in the gene pool of a population from generation to generation by such processes as mutation, natural selection, and genetic drift. The recent increase in climate change awareness has increased a… Continue Reading >

Baby Bottles and Bottle-feeding ‘101’ for New Parents

Media kindly brought to you by Pigeon   For new parents, choosing a baby bottle presents a steep learning curve. Locate the baby bottle section of a store, and you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount and types of… Continue Reading >

The importance of tummy time for play and development…

By Ellie Ford, Occupational Therapist Youthrive What is tummy time?  Tummy time is when babies or young children are laying or playing on their bellies, also known as the prone position. Tummy time should be considered a position for play, to explore… Continue Reading >

How Teaching our Kids EQ can Lead to Better Individual and Societal Outcomes

Stephanie Pinto, Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach and Trainer, Co-Founder at EQ Culture and Emotional Intelligence trainer for Zen Tea Lounge Foundation What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional Intelligence (EQ) has been defined as a set of skills associated with monitoring one’s… Continue Reading >

The Top Ten Benefits of a Holiday on your Mental Health According to Dr Tim Sharp (Dr Happy)

Inspired by fun, relaxation and discovery, new research* has revealed what many  Aussies have long suspected; we feel like different people when on holiday. In fact, two thirds of  Australians (64%) and three quarters of parents (74%) say they prefer… Continue Reading >

How to begin exploring a sensory diet with your child

By Jessica Turner Occupational Therapist at Youthrive   There is significant misconception with what a sensory diet actually is due to the term “diet”. Sensory diets are not actually a nutritional diet for your child. Sensory diets are developed for… Continue Reading >