A child that does NOT feel safe will not disclose abuse.

At times I think we forget this FACT in our goals to protect and help kids.  As a specialist child interviewer, I was very aware that the time and process prior to the child’s interview was equally, if not more… Continue Reading >

Is my Child Ready For Toilet Training?

If you are a new parent or caregiver, at some point in the near future you will be wondering about toilet training and thinking about when a good time is to start. This is a topic you will get plenty… Continue Reading >

Why do parents feel like they’re failing when it comes to their child’s sleep?

In my experience, sleep makes or breaks the first year and beyond of your parenting journey. It is the number one question that you get asked, Martha down the street is asking you if they’re sleeping through at 6 weeks… Continue Reading >

How to Prepare Your Child for a New Baby

Having a new baby is usually a very exciting time for parents as it involves new beginnings and a new chapter in our life. What we may forget as parents is that it is an even more crucial chapter in… Continue Reading >

Here are some spiritual tips and advice for taking good care of your child’s emotional needs

Addressing a child’s emotional needs is of utmost importance for their overall well-being and healthy development. Children are not only vulnerable physically but also emotionally, and their emotional needs must be recognized and fulfilled to promote their mental and psychological… Continue Reading >

Why Extra Curricular Activities are Great for Children

Soccer, tennis, music classes the list is endless. There are so many amazing activities that children can do after school. The smiles on children’s faces when they leave school to go to an activity demonstrates why these activities are so… Continue Reading >

Playing with toys can improve your child’s reading and writing skills

Did you know that playing with toys can help your child become a better reader and writer? I do, and it’s probably only through my experience as a primary school teacher that I know this. First, let’s briefly touch on… Continue Reading >

Tips for Raising Children with Food Intolerances

Being a parent is the most natural thing in the world, some would say. Until you realise that something with your baby isn’t ‘normal’ within their little body. Parenting and being a mum is a hard gig, and adding food… Continue Reading >

Empower Your Child’s Potential: Welcome to the World of Unicorn Academy

What if you’re destined for something extraordinary? Envision a world where magic thrives, friendships flourish, and each day unfolds as an adventure. If you still need to explore the enchantment of Unicorn Academy, allow us to introduce you. Unicorn Academy… Continue Reading >

How to prepare your child (and yourself!) for preschool

Starting preschool is a big deal. New teachers, kids, toys, routines, and a whole new physical space can make your child (and you) equal parts excited and nervous. Whether or not your child has been in daycare or any kind… Continue Reading >