Tag Archives: kids

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 >

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 >

At times I think we forget this FACT in our goals to protect and help kids.  As a specialist child interviewer, I was very aware that the time and process prior to the child’s interview was equally, if not more… Continue Reading >

Snoring facts and what you need to know…   We’ve all seen cute kiddy snoring videos but in all seriousness this is something you need to take seriously.. Snoring or obstructive sleep disorder breathing occurs when the upper airway becomes… Continue Reading >

Written by Alice Zsembery   Are you sick of packing a suitcase full of toys for a quick holiday trip? Unsure of how you could possibly go on a holiday with kids without packing a single toy?   Here are… Continue Reading >