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Most parents think choking is loud.
The frightening reality? It’s often completely silent.

One minute they’re happily eating their snack.
The next, everything changes.

Choking can happen quickly, quietly and during completely ordinary moments most parents never expect. From grapes and popcorn to sausages and button batteries, everyday items can become serious choking hazards for little children in seconds.

This must-read article shares the simple prevention strategies, warning signs and life-saving knowledge every family should know, including the foods and household items that pose the biggest risks to young children.

A truly important read for parents of babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Because when it comes to choking, knowledge really can save lives.

#Parenting #ChildSafety #ToddlerSafety

Before your child writes their name… they need to master something even more important ✏️

Those simple lines and shapes you see them drawing? They’re not “just doodles” — they’re the foundation of handwriting, reading, and even maths.

From building fine motor skills to boosting confidence and early literacy, prewriting shapes are the quiet first step that shapes everything that comes next.

If you’ve ever wondered how to truly support your child’s writing journey (in a fun, pressure-free way), this is a must-read 💛

Just because it’s Christmas, it doesn’t mean that everything we feed the kids needs to be full of sugar and rubbish. Even when you go to parties, it’s totally possible to come up with some gorgeous ideas with fruit and… Continue Reading >

Need school readiness activities or occupational ther-apy for children?

Shapeeze fine motor fun® is helping children all over Australia improve problem-solving, fine motor skills, literacy and numeracy. The press-out, paste and colour-in activity kits are endorsed by educators, used by OT’s, make great gifts and are loved by Kids!

Art is a natural obsession for children as soon as they can grasp a crayon and scrawl on your wall but how can YOU use their inner genius to improve your home décor and their sense of self-worth and outer… Continue Reading >

The decision about when your child should start school can be a hard one to make. Many people think that being school ready means that your child must know how to read and write but these skills are often secondary… Continue Reading >

A delightful aspect of parenting a young child is sharing in their enthusiasm and curiosity of the world. Harnessing this natural desire to learn can sound challenging as a parent, but it needn’t be a daunting task. Activities that engage children… Continue Reading >