Tag Archives: children

Exercise and regular physical activity in children and adolescents is important in promoting lifelong health and well-being. Ensuring your child gets adequate exercise can be done at home and at school.   What are the benefits of exercise? Exercise helps… Continue Reading >

By Tammy Fry, Global Brand Lead for leading plant-based food brand Fry’s   Following a plant-based diet can have many health benefits for yourself and your children. Research has shown that people following plant-based diets tend to be healthier than… Continue Reading >

Are you a plant-based parent wondering how safe plant-based eating is for your child? Do you worry your child won’t eat enough nutrients for healthy growth and development? Accredited Practising Dietitian, Erika Hung, explains what you need to know. How… Continue Reading >

How young should you encourage children to start household chores? As parents we constantly look to others, fellow parents and experts alike, to confirm that we’re ‘doing it right’. Nutrition, milestones, health, schooling, extra-curricular activities – how much, when, and… Continue Reading >

By Natalie Ritchie We speak to two mothers who successfully changed their careers after having children. They talk about the challenges they faced and how they found the job that is perfect for them and their family. Here, we have… Continue Reading >

Tips from a teacher and parent. Every parent has their own life lessons they want to teach their children. For some, it is about taking responsibility for their decisions. For others – it’s about building resilience to achieve their dreams…. Continue Reading >

The holiday season, often depicted as a time of joy and togetherness, can also bring about significant stress and family tension, especially for separated parents. Navigating the complexities of co-parenting during this emotionally charged period can be challenging, whether it’s… Continue Reading >

As the festive season approaches, gift-giving often becomes a central focus. While it can be a joyful experience, it also presents unique challenges for separated families navigating life in two homes. Here are some strategies for managing Christmas gifts across… Continue Reading >

Little things can mean the world to our children, especially during significant life changes. Reflecting on past Christmases, I’ve noticed how my kids have been affected by what seemed like the smallest changes to me. One year, I suggested setting… Continue Reading >

by Dr Moira Junge Health Psychologist and CEO, Sleep Health Foundation Naturally, when it comes to parents and carers there is more focus on the sleep of their babies and children than on their own sleep patterns. This is inevitable… Continue Reading >