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If you are a new parent, babysitter, or nursery teacher, you should know that playing is one of the most important ways children learn necessary educational & life skills. Besides promoting social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills, play-based learning encourages… Continue Reading >

As the world has been navigating the unpredictability of the pandemic, there is an increasing need to have hope and optimism for what the next year may bring, although there is a slight tinge of trepidation. Approaching the year with… Continue Reading >

By Krissy Regan The Wellness Poet   It’s been a whirlwind year hasn’t it. From one end of the country to the other I’ve seen people suffering, and others having enormous success, and some just surviving. It’s no secret that… Continue Reading >

Does this sound familiar? Have you ever found yourself staring into an empty packet of chips or tub of ice cream asking yourself “why did I do it” overwhelmed with guilt, shame and self-loathing? “Why can’t I stop binge eating?”… Continue Reading >

Is it important for a parent to stay calm when having to face an emotional child? Yes. It is critical for parents to remain calm when dealing with an emotional child for several reasons. First, two highly emotional individuals typically… Continue Reading >

As we say goodbye to warmer summer temperatures here in the southern hemisphere, it signals a step change. A time to recuperate and rest after a busy summer. Winter is a time to slow down, go inward and spend some… Continue Reading >

When we are in alignment within ourselves, we are in a state of coherence, harmony and homeostasis that ricochets out of the center of our being, into our individual energy field and everything that comes across our path. Everything is… Continue Reading >

Media kindly brought to you by Mini Maestros We all know a song and a dance gives kids oodles of enjoyment, but did you know music also presents a huge developmental benefit for young children in particular? It’s common to… Continue Reading >

By: Jane Kilkenny   We are finally seeing playgrounds around Australia re-open after being closed due to Covid-19 restrictions, it’s time to celebrate.  Our playgrounds are not just fun spaces, they are important educational spaces as well and a vital… Continue Reading >

By Robert McKenzie, Youthrive Psychologist   Have you noticed your child taking steps backwards in their development during COVID-19? Maybe there’s more moodiness, baby talk, potty accidents or sleep disruption than usual. Know that regression is temporary, and common in… Continue Reading >