Tag Archives: challenges

A new Netflix reality show called “Old Enough” has been sparking a spirited debate around the world about parenting and how we develop independence in our children. The show that depicts Japanese children, some as young as 2, taking their… Continue Reading >

In a world where the weight of life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, it’s essential to prioritize our mental health. Today, I want to share my personal journey of struggling with mental health, including body dysmorphia and contemplating suicide. Through this… Continue Reading >

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 >

“You’ll be ok!”, “Don’t cry, its alright”. These are human responses to our children when they are upset. They are well meaning phrases that can pop out of our mouths automatically, they come from a place of wanting to protect… Continue Reading >

The word “YET” can be very powerful to help our children and students to develop a growth mindset, which will help them towards achieving their goals and foster success. A growth mindset as opposed to a fixed mindset will help… Continue Reading >

Sleep is a vital aspect of a child’s development, especially during the formative years of 2 to 5. As parents, understanding the intricacies of toddler sleep can greatly impact both their well-being and yours creating a happier, healthier household. Let’s… Continue Reading >

By Julie Borninkhof, Chief Executive Officer, Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA)    Becoming a parent evokes all kinds of emotions and thoughts. Many people find that pregnancy or having a baby is more challenging than they anticipated and it’s… Continue Reading >

Are you a parent who’s been hearing about NAPLAN and feeling a mix of curiosity, concern, and confusion? You’re not alone. As a seasoned psychologist with nearly two decades of experience working closely with families and their unique challenges, I’m… Continue Reading >

As your little one reaches the exciting age of 6 months, the journey of parenting takes a new turn filled with both joyous moments and unexpected challenges, especially when it comes to introducing solids. In this blog post, we will… Continue Reading >

As I sit here in Melbourne during the last stages of our current Covid lockdown, I am seeing everywhere articles about taking small steps out of lockdown and how they will be the most significant steps. Experts talk about how… Continue Reading >