Four Simple Steps to Introduce Meditation and Mindfulness into your Child’s Regular Routine.

Meditation is a great way to improve both our mental and physical health. It’s a positive way of giving the body and the mind a well deserved rest too. But it’s benefits are not just for adults – children can… Continue Reading >

3 Reasons Your Child Lacks Self-Confidence

There are many reasons why people, including your child, lack self-confidence. There are a few things that you can do or tweak, to help them grow their self-confidence. Use encouraging words Help them take their power back Get them to… Continue Reading >

Forming habits young: how going to the dentist as a child can set you up for a healthy life

By Dr. Gautam Herle, BDS, MDS, principal dentist at Myers Street Dental Clinic, Geelong Recently, I discovered an article published by Psychology Today, which said a study out of Brown University has concluded that “routines and habits in children, including household… Continue Reading >

Bees and Wasps – what you need to do if your child is stung!

Spring is here, and with spring, comes stings! We love these fantastic infographics from Healthdirect Australia that break down Australian insects – bites and stings, into an easy-to-understand and informative guide! Infographic courtesy of Healthdirect Australia. While you are here… Continue Reading >

The Top 6 Affirmations to Say to your Child every Morning/Night during their Early Stages of Growth

Article attributed to Charlotte Ziff, Founder of children’s wellness and holistic brand, SunChild.    As every parent knows, there is no textbook formula that results in instant parenting success! The language used around children plays a major role in influencing… Continue Reading >

The 5 Lessons I’ve Learnt as a New Dad

By Joshua Cavanagh   As a first-time parent to a daughter of 7 months, I have found parenting to be a never-ending journey filled with highs, lows, ups, and downs. But, for the most part, it has been filled with… Continue Reading >

Dusty Dolly’s Plea

By Rachel Favilla   I ponder my childhood often. I’m nostalgic and have the memory of an elephant in that I never forget, anything. Like ever. It’s a bitter-sweet complex. I have many joyous memories to re-live in my mind…. Continue Reading >

Are You NDIS Ready?

  If you’re the parent of a child with a disability or diagnosis, the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) may play a big role in your life. Whether you are already in the scheme, preparing to transition or you’ve only… Continue Reading >

4 Ways to Empower Your Child

  Give your child choices– Who does not like to have choices? Right? You can begin the process of decision making at a very early age. I always encourage parents to select several items that they find appropriate, and then… Continue Reading >

6 Life Skills Your Child Will Learn Through Starting Their Own Business

By Julie Medeiros Julie Medeiros is a business professional with degrees in education and marketing, and a founder of Miss M Online Classes – the educational project offering children 8+ business education about discovering and monetising their talents, marketing and entrepreneurship.   Many of you… Continue Reading >