How dealing with mental health made me a better parent

By Asha Zappa Being a parent can be triggering. The Circle of Security parenting education program, designed to support parents to understand their child’s emotional world, calls this ‘shark music’. This relates to the discomfort of reliving situations that unconsciously… Continue Reading >

Kids not listening? How to talk so that your kids can hear you.

As a mum of four boys. Believe me when I say I get it when people say their kids are not listening. Some days I feel like I tell one of my kids to put their shoes on 17 times… Continue Reading >

How to Introduce Mindfulness & Help Toddlers Manage Big Emotions

You’re through the sleepless nights of the baby stage and you’re now navigating a new set of challenges, trying to manage those big emotions during the toddler stage (people call this age terrible twos and threenagers for a reason right)?!… Continue Reading >

Tips for Tackling Difficult Conversations

One of the toughest parts of being a parent is having to tackle difficult conversations. Let’s face it, no-one wants to deal with the challenging talks that seem to be an inevitable part of life.  Whether you’ve been called in… Continue Reading >

Are Your Child’s Emotions Getting In The Way Of Their Success?

by Dr. Scott Zarcinas   Emotions should come with some kind of warning when we are born, and the warning should be: Buyer beware—emotions are powerful! Emotions can be the fuel driving you toward success, or they can be the… Continue Reading >

Helping Children With Anger and Aggression

As children grow their outward expression of frustration becomes more controlled because their brain has matured. They become more and more capable of having their tears and thoughts on the inside and using their words to express how they feel… Continue Reading >

How to manage emotions as a new mother  

Managing the rollercoaster of emotions in early motherhood can feel like a daunting task. There is so much adjustment, learning and surrender that is required and often very little support available to navigate the massive changes that this phase brings. … 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 >

Sustainable Support for Special Needs: The Impact of Eco-Friendly Tools for Children with Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety

In today’s world, where inclusivity and sustainability intersect, the importance of high-quality educational tools and toys, along with sensory processing aids, for children with special needs cannot be overstated. As we navigate the complexities of supporting children with Autism, Anxiety,… Continue Reading >

Mother’s Day from across the waves

When I moved to Australia, I knew that I wouldn’t be able to see my family as much as I would have liked. But we always had a plan in place. Either I was going back to England or my… Continue Reading >