How connecting to nature can support children’s emotional development

There’s no doubt moving through the tantrum phase of early childhood is tough on parents. Waiting out it out until the emotions pass, trying to support your child to find the words to express how they’re feeling. But getting through… Continue Reading >

How was school today?

As we send our children to school we trust learning is taking place, and it is. But how do we know? The conversations we have with our children are imperative to building partnerships between school and home, and connecting in… Continue Reading >

Healthy habits to avoid emotional eating this Christmas

The end of the year can be so exhilarating. jam packed with exciting events, Christmas shopping and catching up with friends and family that you might not have seen during the lockdown period. Sometimes this can feel slightly overwhelming. You… Continue Reading >

A Mindful Mother’s Day: How to counter emotional eating with mindfulness

May is fast approaching and happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there. We spend so many hours of our day feeling headless and, in the clouds, it’s no wonder why May has been dubbed “Mindful May” by many… Continue Reading >

Need a Pet Sitter for your Furry Friend? Here’s eight things you should do before you chose a service provider…

As pet owners, it’s normal to feel anxious about leaving your beloved pets with a new person. When planning to be away from home for work or play, pet care is one of the infinite list of things to do…. Continue Reading >

Tips to Avoid Maternal Burnout

Perfectionism is not a healthy habit. Even less so when it comes to motherhood, unless you’re keen to rub shoulders with overwhelm, resentment, rage and the feeling of never being satisfied, which can eventually lead to maternal burnout. Here is… Continue Reading >

The Power of Choosing a Family Emblem

In a fast-paced, demanding world, how can parents create cohesion and a sense of family belonging? One of the ways is to create a family emblem. When our family emigrated from South Africa to Australia in 1998, I was concerned… Continue Reading >

5 ways to overcome mum guilt & embrace me time

Expectations of mothers in our busy world are ramping up, with even the most aware mums finding themselves on the ‘to-do’ list train. With our roles expanding frequently to include business owner, employee, chef, taxi, walking calendar, nurse, lover…. You… Continue Reading >

Connecting Beyond a Digital World

Almost everyone knows how to live a healthy life. Eat vegetables, get good sleep, move our bodies, and be kind. Most of us also know the digital world doesn’t replace the need for in-person interactions. But what do we do… Continue Reading >

Ecopsychology – Why Being in Nature Makes our Kids Happy

In this modern age our children are spending increased amounts of time inside, and in front of screens. This increased indoor activity was prior to the global pandemic which has resulted in potential time spent isolating, lockdown or reduced access… Continue Reading >