Mental Health Issues For Primary School Children

✨ Is Your Child’s Behavior Leaving You Confused? ✨
As parents, we all wonder: Is this normal? Or is there more going on? 😟
Before you panic, take a deep breath. Learn three simple, yet powerful practices that can make a huge impact on your child’s mental health. 🌱
From setting a positive example to turning everyday moments into meaningful conversations, these tips will help guide you and your child through the ups and downs. 💪
Don’t miss out on this must-read for all parents looking to support their child’s emotional growth. 💙

How was school today?

How many times have you asked, “How was school today?” and gotten nothing but silence in return? 🙄 It’s not just about what your child did—it’s about how they’re growing and learning! 🌱✨

Want to connect with your child through meaningful conversations? Start by asking questions that go beyond “What did you do today?” These simple, yet powerful questions will help you explore their learning journey, celebrate their wins 🏆, and embrace challenges together. 📚💪

Let’s make learning something to talk about, cherish, and look forward to every day! 💬💖

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Start today—ask the right questions and watch your child’s love for learning blossom! 🌸📚

Let the Children Play

Parents constantly ask themselves what is best for their children. In the modern, competitive world, they want to see their children grow up and experience success and happiness. But how do we prepare our children for success? One answer is… Continue Reading >

Cutie Pops: The Must-Have Kiddies Collectible for Summer 2024!

Get set to inspire your child’s world with the all-new Cutie Pops collection available at Big W! These irresistibly cute, collectible keychain plushies are the latest craze, designed to ignite creativity and bring endless excitement to kids everywhere. So, what… Continue Reading >

Relaxation on demand for busy mums

If you’ve ever held your breath through the work week, or the school holidays, if you’ve ever used the countdown to a weekend, a vacation or time away from your kids as motivation to get through the day, then it… Continue Reading >

Making the Most of the Holiday Season

Dr Jane Williams and Dr Tessa Grigg   ‘ ‘Tis the season to be jolly’, or so the carol goes, but for many parents the holidays present additional stress. This article looks at why it is important to engage your… Continue Reading >

Embrace Heroism and Adventure with PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie and Toys

In a world filled with imagination and adventure, where heroes come in all shapes and sizes,  there’s a new tale waiting to be told—one where even the tiniest heroes can save the day. Get ready to embark on an epic… Continue Reading >

Dealing with big emotions from little people: strategies to help your child harness their emotions

Media kindly brought to you by Jellystone Designs   Picture this: your toddler is attending a friend’s birthday party, and as the afternoon winds up, you tell them to say their goodbyes, because “it’s time to go”. These four simple… Continue Reading >

Tutors for Young Children – necessary or not? NOT!

In August 2019 a Brisbane newspaper article reported that toddlers are now being taken to tutors to help them get ready for school. As a primary school principal, I was horrified to read this article and learn that parents are… 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 >