Tag Archives: understand

Climate change is scary. For adults, let alone kids. We’re scared by things that are out of our control and if we don’t think something is fixable then we believe there’s no point trying.  I spoke to several friends asking… Continue Reading >

Perinatal or postnatal depression affects about 15 – 20 per cent of women in Australia. For about 40 per cent of these cases, the symptoms begin in pregnancy and can last up to two years. Even though postnatal depression is… Continue Reading >

My son is anaphylactic to peanuts, cashews and pistachios and has allergic rhinitis with a dust mite allergy. I have also been dealing with allergies and anaphylaxis in my 20+ year career as an early childhood teacher and director. Managing… Continue Reading >

As a Speech Pathologist (and now also a mother myself), I am often asked by parents whether baby sign language is something that they should be doing (or should have done with their kids).  Firstly, I think it’s important to… Continue Reading >

Modern dads are playing a bigger role in the family unit. Bygone generations have lowered the bar of what a ‘good’ dad is to a rate that it’s hard to be publicly judged as a ‘bad’ dad – this needs… Continue Reading >

Are you looking for a fun way to get your kids moving? Look no further than the trampoline! Not only is bouncing on a trampoline a blast for young children, but it also offers a range of physical and mental… Continue Reading >

Every parent wants their child to be healthy and happy and of course, a big part of ensuring this has to do with their diet and the balance of foods they’re eating. However, figuring out the right mix of healthy… Continue Reading >

Having a child with a hearing aid can bring unique challenges, especially when it comes to their emotional well-being. It’s essential for parents to address their child’s anxiety and insecurity surrounding their hearing aid to ensure their overall development and… Continue Reading >

May is here! And when May comes, Mother’s Day is just a few days away. What does this mean? Shops will be promoting a lot of their gift ideas and discount sale offers for mothers. Social media will be buzzing… Continue Reading >

Teaching your kids about finances is a gradual process that requires persistence and patience. It starts as early as preschool age when kids first witness the buying and selling of items for money. By this stage, children need to understand… Continue Reading >