Self-Care Advice To Make Sure You Can Fill Your Cup Up Without The Guilt  

As a busy mother, it’s second nature to constantly juggle all the responsibilities. We (mostly) expertly balance our professional lives, personal needs and relationships and all the little things that add to the mental load, all on top of managing… Continue Reading >

The Dangers of Raising Trophy Children

What happens when parents decide to live their life through their children? When their new baby is born, and all their unfulfilled desires and ambitions suddenly take on new life. Raising a child calls for dedicated effort and is difficult…. Continue Reading >

A New Focus – Joyful June?!  

By Jay Anderson The year is zooming past us and now we have a change of season. For those of us in Australia – its the start of winter.  This can be a time of challenges for many people –… Continue Reading >

Understanding your child’s emotions

by Jay Anderson   Emotions can be tricky…….sometimes even adults can’t manage their emotions!! Upset, angry, Annoyed, happy, hurt, frustrated, sad, nervous, scared, excited…….so many different feelings. So many situations, and as humans – we all respond differently.   Children… Continue Reading >

Healthy Happy Smart Kids

The term is coming to an end and chaos and uncertainty abound. With the reality of school closures imminent. The worries of how our kids’ education will be impacted and how they will cope has come to the forefront of… Continue Reading >

What is it like to live with a child with Down syndrome?

Yesterday I read a post in one of the online mums’ groups I’m in.  One of the mums had been given a ‘high risk’ result for Down syndrome, her closing sentence was “please tell me that it’s not always accurate.”… Continue Reading >

Is Fat good or bad during pregnancy?

Good nutrition throughout pregnancy is imperative for keeping both you and your bub happy and healthy. But, what about fat?  Is this good or bad during pregnancy?  How much should you have?  And what types?  Well, let me answer all… Continue Reading >

You and your Dog

Mrs Jay Anderson   Dogs. Lots of people have a dog, or grew up with a dog.  Some couples get a dog, so they may say….to practice to caring for a child. Others get a dog for their child. Perhaps… Continue Reading >

Your First Parent-Teacher progress Interview?

It is your child’s first year of ‘big school’ and parent-teacher meetings are fast approaching.  You might not have the faintest idea, except to ask, ‘So, how is Sam going at school?’ It’s been ages since you’ve set foot in… Continue Reading >

No Bake Banana Nut Bites

You’ll love these no-bake Banana Nut Bites, they are healthy and super easy to make with only three ingredients. Leading dietitian Susie Burrel says that nuts are a great source of good fats, protein and key nutrients including potassium and… Continue Reading >