What is “Mindfulness” and how can it help my kids? Mindfulness is simply the act of being in the moment. It is not about dismissing a problem or putting it off for another day but about letting the problem arise,… Continue Reading >
While depression and anxiety can occur at any stage in life we know it is more likely for women to experience depression during pregnancy, and for up to a year following childbirth. Depression at this stage can have serious and… Continue Reading >
In the lead up to my birthday, I was not excited. Sad but true. Normally I’m super excited and happy. I daydream about what the kids have bought me, and what hubby might have organised. This year I think the… Continue Reading >
Kids are always keen to make things and to do craft. Wind Chimes are so easy to make and so much fun for the kids to create. You can make one or two or more. Each wind chime can be… Continue Reading >
Today, in a world surrounded by digital media, parents are keen to find fresh ways to divert their children’s attention away from screens. I’m sure it’s not alarming to know a recent study by the Australian Institute of Family Studies found… Continue Reading >
Online counselling is providing mental health counselling services through the internet. Typically, the services offered are via real-time chat, video conferencing and email. Some clients have preferred online counselling in replacement for office visits. Clients can receive initial treatment and… Continue Reading >
If it takes a village, how do you find your tribe? There is an old African proverb that says it takes a village to raise a child. But I think it also takes a village to raise a mother. Given… Continue Reading >
Behaving and treating others with politeness and respect is how one show good manners. Children will not know how to behave properly unless they have been treated the same. Parents will also need to teach and guide them on how… Continue Reading >
Becoming a parent is the best thing in the world and as soon as you get that news that you are becoming one, you start preparing yourself for the inevitable. Planning, researching and getting informed are some of the… Continue Reading >
Do you believe it is possible to understand what someone goes through if you haven’t experienced it yourself? In our generation, if you were unfortunate to fall victim to a bully at school you were able to mentally escape, even… Continue Reading >
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