Tag Archives: early years

Imagine a world where each child, irrespective of their family’s income, is given a nurturing and conducive environment that provides them with the bedrock for future success. Such a world is just around the corner due to the growing understanding… Continue Reading >

Jamie (not his real name) is six years old and has been having monthly cooking lessons with me since he was about 4.5 years old. He loves it. We have made a myriad of different foods together: pizza, crackers, soups,… Continue Reading >

By Kiani Mills, Founder of Imperiale Conveyancing and Co-founder of Edwards Mills   When I found out that my child had special needs, as her parent, I believed it was my fault. I had failed her. Selfishly, I got caught… Continue Reading >

Let’s look at parenting this way: there are 18 summers to enjoy your child before they are officially called an adult. Even less, to be realistic, since when they become a teenager, their summer holidays will look a lot different… Continue Reading >

By Julie Medeiros   If you are a new parent, one of many questions you may have is about preparing your little one for school. In this article, we’ll explore which skills kids learn at school from prep to year… 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 >

Too tired for Allergies! Life with little people is tough, stress levels can be high and there is never enough time. Bring in some health or behavioural issues and now they are saying the dreaded “allergy” word and wanting you… Continue Reading >

Did you know that up to 95% of a child’s brain has developed by the age of 5 years? The Early Years of life set the foundations for lifelong health and well-being. During the early stage of life, toddlers’ and… Continue Reading >

I have 2 children and found out that all children are different in their behaviour. They are naturally curious and test limits, especially during their early years. Children age in different ways and at different rates, and as parents, it… Continue Reading >

There is no position description you’re meant to fulfil Observation and reflection: building kids’ core skills for life Having the opportunity to write about the role of dads in the early years of childhood got me thinking about my little… Continue Reading >