Staying COOL through COVID-19

It’s been a pretty tough few months for Australians. We’ve had drought, fire, floods and now the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re certainly feeling it here at Teach Ted. Read on to hear what we are doing and download some fun activities… Continue Reading >

In each others pockets?

by Jay Anderson Spending time together is great – right? So many things we can do. For some families, being together is fun and enjoyable – for other families, it is stressful, distressing, boring or even conflictual. For some –… Continue Reading >

Parenting with your Abuser

Being a separated parent can be a challenge at the best of times. But what if you have escaped a violent relationship and have to continue having a co-parenting relationship with your abuser? Unfortunately, this is the reality for many… Continue Reading >

Practising self-care now that your child is at school

Susan Spelic Reading Advocate and Parent   Once your child has gone into their classroom you may have choices. If you are working, you might need to race to work but if the day is yours to do important errands… Continue Reading >

How do you know if you need to buy a breast pump and which one should you choose?

Which Medela breast pump should I use, should I purchase one before I have my baby and do, I even need one? They are great questions which we hear all the time at Medela, so we wanted to help you… Continue Reading >

How parents can help their kids learn better at home

There’s no denying it: getting your child to sit down and focus on learning at home can be a challenge. If you’re not careful, the idea of sitting down to more work turns home learning into ‘just another chore’ in… Continue Reading >

Tips for positive parenting

Parenting is the most challenging job you will ever have. When it’s 6pm and your two daughters won’t stop fighting over the iPad while you are trying to make dinner. When your three year-old is (very loudly) letting you know… Continue Reading >

Do’s and don’t for the grandparents of Fussy Eaters

Hands up if you think feeding grandchildren is a bit of a minefield! Do you agree with your daughter-in-law’s choice of foods? Are you happy to be told what to serve? Believe it or not, parents also can find it… Continue Reading >

Tips to Improve your Confidence

People are different – We are all individuals, with different personalities, different experiences, different lives and……different bodies. Surprise!? That may not be a surprise to you…….but for many people, being confident can be a big challenge and can impact significantly… Continue Reading >

The Separation Challenge

Life can be great. And love can be fantastic. But when things don’t work out…….it can be challenge. Especially if children are involved.  Things can be complex, complicated or amiable and smooth. There are many factors involved, and often there… Continue Reading >