Tag Archives: parents

  I think we’d all agree that life is all kinds of crazy busy and consistently unpredictable. There never ever seems to be enough hours in the day, or a sufficient amount of calm, peaceful moments that have us feel… Continue Reading >

Babies born deaf can’t wait – for every day without sound limits their hearing potential. However, with the help of highly specialised early interventions and technology such as cochlear implants or hearing aids, children born deaf can learn to listen… Continue Reading >

Violence against women is preventable because we know that the cycle of violence starts with disrespect. Violence stems from sexist attitudes and disrespect of women and girls such as: that women and girls aren’t as good as men and boys, don’t deserve… Continue Reading >

Pretend play is a really important way for children to learn about themselves and the world. They learn to make sense of what they’re observing, they learn to solve problems, they develop their communication, negotiation and thinking strategies and they… Continue Reading >

What happens when parents decide to live their life through their children? When their new baby is born, and all their unfulfilled desires and ambitions suddenly take on new life. Raising a child calls for dedicated effort and is difficult…. Continue Reading >

If you’re a parent with a newborn baby and are concerned if your baby is putting on enough weight, then you’re in the right place. Did you know that it is common for a newborn baby to lose up to… Continue Reading >

What is Yin? Every mum needs a little yin in their lives! The concept of Yin and Yang originates from ancient Chinese culture and represents the concept of dualism and balance. Yin is stable, nourishing, unmoving, soothing and calming– while… Continue Reading >

“My son is born a couple of months prior to the cut off date for them to start school. I think I will give them a second year at kindy”. As a school principal I have heard these comments many… Continue Reading >

By Mark Collins, CEO of JUMP! Swim Schools   If you’re planning to or thinking about introducing your baby to swimming lessons from an early age (3 months+), the experience is much different to starting a child at an older… Continue Reading >

Kidsafe Victoria has issued a warning to parents and carers about the potential for serious injuries as a result of falls from nursery furniture and equipment. The warning comes as data from the Victorian Injury Surveillance Unit (VISU) shows that… Continue Reading >