Tag Archives: feelings

When I was ten, we moved from Brisbane, Australia, to live in Oregon, USA, for a year. This meant going to a new school in a new city and making new friends. Due to the differences in school years, I… Continue Reading >

As anyone who has accidentally sworn in from of a 4-year-old knows, children soak up enormous amount of knowledge during early childhood. While the early childhood phase is often recognised as an important time to embed literacy and numeracy skills, it… Continue Reading >

Both girls and boys are restricted by gender stereotypes. However, their experiences of gender are different. Girls whilst often valued for their appearance first and foremost are widely encouraged to be strong and step into the masculine parts of themselves…. Continue Reading >

Ask anyone and they’ll tell you that parenting is a challenge at the best of times. Stepparenting, shared parenting, coparenting and blended families are becoming more and more common around the world. Here are my top 10 tips for you,… Continue Reading >

These last few months have been really tough on all of us mentally, emotionally and financially amongst a range of other things. If we think about it, there was no way we could have prepared ourselves for what we’ve been,… Continue Reading >

This article is brought to you by Medescan There’s no denying that our lives have been turned upside down by COVID-19. The unfolding situation is difficult enough for an adult to comprehend, let alone for a child who is struggling… Continue Reading >

In a world impacted by Coronavirus it can seem like everything fun has been cancelled. There are so many things that have suddenly disappeared from our children’s lives –  birthday parties, holidays, visiting grandparents, play dates, the Easter Show- so… Continue Reading >

As concerns about COVID-19 intensify, many parents are wondering how to talk to their children about the virus. Most children will be aware that something significant is happening and it’s natural for them to experience some anxiety. Here are some… Continue Reading >

It can be tough to watch your child struggle with anxiety and even the most well-meaning parents at times say things that may end up exacerbating anxious feelings, instead of alleviating them. If your child is suffering from an anxiety… Continue Reading >

When two parents decide to no longer be together, it is a decision that may have been long expected or it could come as a complete surprise. Every child’s reaction and response to their parents breaking-up will be unique and… Continue Reading >