Tag Archives: kids

When I started to write this article, I thought it would be easy. Write an article about why saying I love you to children is so important. As a psychologist who works with children and adolescents, and a mum this… Continue Reading >

Jamie (not his real name) is six years old and has been having monthly cooking lessons with me since he was about 4.5 years old. He loves it. We have made a myriad of different foods together: pizza, crackers, soups,… Continue Reading >

As a mum of four boys. Believe me when I say I get it when people say their kids are not listening. Some days I feel like I tell one of my kids to put their shoes on 17 times… Continue Reading >

Exercise and regular physical activity in children and adolescents is important in promoting lifelong health and well-being. Ensuring your child gets adequate exercise can be done at home and at school.   What are the benefits of exercise? Exercise helps… Continue Reading >

Family vacations, whether during the festive Christmas season or the sunny summer holidays, are always filled with excitement and joy. However, they can also bring about the challenge of packing efficiently and ensuring comfort on the go. One often-overlooked travel… Continue Reading >

The idea of modelling good and appropriate behaviours to our kids is one that is close to my heart. As a clinical psychologist, I am increasingly dismayed by the rising levels of mental health issues in our beautiful country, and… Continue Reading >

What comes to mind when you visualise a classroom?  The visual explosion of colour, the chitter chatter of students, scraping of chairs on the floor, the smell of glue?   For a student with sensory processing challenges, these things can all… Continue Reading >

The festive season offers a unique opportunity for co-parents to teach their children the joy of giving, even across two homes. Whether or not your co-parent will do the same, facilitating your child’s gift-giving to them is a meaningful way… Continue Reading >

Tips from Oliver’s Dietitian Natalie Sharpe There is always a certain period where kids can tend to be fussy when it comes to eating. No matter where you go or the different cuisines you try, it can be challenging to… Continue Reading >

Why our children aren’t being set up for success   This might sound intimidating for parents but the theory is sound. We need to stop being so safe and let kids experience risky play scenarios. You see, protecting children from… Continue Reading >