Tag Archives: opportunities

Parenting is one of the most rewarding and challenging journeys in life. In an ever-changing world, our role as parents extends beyond providing for our children’s basic needs; we must also equip them with the essential skills to thrive. The… Continue Reading >

Demonstrating a loving, healthy relationship to your children is one of the best gifts you can give them. What you both role model now is what they will see as normal and how a loving relationship should work, so it… Continue Reading >

The summer holidays provides lots of opportunities for your child to move, play and be active. In contrast, returning to school can mean longer periods of sitting to do classwork or homework, carrying sometimes heavy school bags, and less opportunity… Continue Reading >

Summer, Music, Relaxation and Time to yourself? All sounds great doesn’t it, it’s that time again. Pop on your favourite music, go find that cool place and take some time out on this stressful day. I’m a mother and really… Continue Reading >

Dr Jane Williams, Dr Tessa Grigg and Bindy Cummings   Primitive reflexes are on our minds as Dr Jane and Dr Tessa attend a conference in London with a focus on ‘Movement and Cognition’. The conference participants understand that if… Continue Reading >

Media kindly brought to you by Lalaboom   Bursting with colour and promising endless play opportunities, the dynamic Lalaboom beads have been designed to grow with baby as they pop, snap, twist, mix, screw, clip, lace, build and stack! The… Continue Reading >

It can be hard to manage the needs of a child with a disability or diagnosis. Regardless of your situation, the condition(s) you’re managing and the support available to you, being a special needs parent is one tough gig. As… Continue Reading >

In August 2019 a Brisbane newspaper article reported that toddlers are now being taken to tutors to help them get ready for school. As a primary school principal, I was horrified to read this article and learn that parents are… Continue Reading >

Travel can be a daunting prospect for special needs families. Depending on the specific needs of your child, it can be tough finding appropriate accommodation, transport and activities to meet all your requirements. It can also be overwhelming leaving the… Continue Reading >

Workers especially women will be at risk of being overlooked for promotions and career opportunities if they keep working from home! A business lobbyist has warned that women will suffer if remote work continues and urges a return to the… Continue Reading >