The key to bully-proofing your child

Bullying is a scourge.  Not a single Australian parent will be unaware of both the prevalence of bullying and the damage it can cause if left unaddressed.  As parents, we worry about it.  Unfortunately, worrying doesn’t change or improve the… Continue Reading >

The Role and Impact of Childcare Centres on the Gold Coast

Childcare centres on the Gold Coast play a pivotal role in supporting families by providing safe, nurturing, and educational environments for young children. This essay will explore various aspects of these childcare facilities, including their importance, types, features, benefits, and… Continue Reading >

Be Careful How You Speak to Your Children

As parents we are often under a lot of pressure to keep the proverbial plates spinning in the air. Many times, in our efforts to get everything done, we don’t pay enough attention to how we speak to our children…. Continue Reading >

Why Regular Bedtime Is Crucial For Children

Getting children to bed at night isn’t just important for preserving the sanity of the parents.  It’s vital for the healthy development of young brains too. Researchers in the UK found a correlation between consistent bedtimes during early childhood and… Continue Reading >

Making Memories at Christmas

The key question to keep asking is: Are you spending your time on the right things? As time is all you have. Randy Pausch One of my most valued things in the entire world is a tin lunch box filled… Continue Reading >

9 Tips to Support Children with Additional Needs in the Classroom

Over the years, there have been more children with additional needs attending mainstream schools. Whether they have physical needs or have a diagnosis such as Autism or ADHD, the expectation as a teacher is to support the learning for all… Continue Reading >

Signs parents can look for to ensure hearing issues are caught as early as possible

By 18 months, your child should be learning new words all the time. Some children learn a new word every day whilst others learn 1 to 2 words a week. Your child should say between 20 and 200 words by… Continue Reading >

Teen and Big Emotions: How to Navigate Stormy Waters and Survive!

Big emotions and adolescence go together; it’s a fact of life, and we’ve all been through it. But how we get through it is crucial for emotional success as an adult, and that’s where parents and carers play a vital… Continue Reading >

Instilling values in your child

A bunch of words Every day you use words. They float around in your head and express themselves in your words and actions. You react and respond to the thoughts in your head whether they be positive or negative. Your… Continue Reading >

How Can You Impact a Child’s Day in A Positive Way?

Media kindly brought to you by Spencil   As parents, we all have hectic schedules and a lot on our minds, but it’s crucial to take some time out to show love and support to children. Affection in childhood has… Continue Reading >