This Will Make You A Pro At Dealing With Toxic People
We have all dealt with toxic people in our life. Whether it be through work, a family member or within our friendship network, toxic people are hard to avoid. They are the type of people that leave you emotionally drained and questioning yourself. You may even dread spending time with them. Ideally, these are the […]
What I Love About Being A Sole Parent
There is no denying that becoming a parent is an enormous responsibility. Yet most people embark on this journey with the understanding that it is a responsibility shared. It takes two after all! However, that’s not the way it always ends up. Sometimes one parent is left holding the baby/ies. Literally. Being a sole parent […]
How To Know Which Kindergarten Or Preschool Is Right For Your Child
Choosing the right kindergarten or preschool for your child is a big decision. After all, you will be entrusting your child’s emotional, physical and educational well being to strangers, possibly for the first time in their lives. Across Australia, the terms kindergarten or preschool or even pre-prep are used to describe the year before a […]
How To Deal With Sibling Rivalry
Having more than one child so they could keep each other company seemed like such a good idea at the time, didn’t it? However, if your household is anything like mine, most days you probably feel as much like a referee as a parent. It’s an accepted fact that all kids squabble and it is unrealistic […]
Why I Value Effort Over A’s On My Child’s Report Card
It’s that time of year where mid-semester school holidays are upon us and those report cards teachers have been slaving over will be making their way home in nervous little hands. As a kid I used to get extremely anxious about report cards. In junior primary not so much, which was lucky because as a […]
What You Need To Know About Gut Health In Children
There is a lot of talk these days about gut health and why it is important. Strong links have been made between the state of our gut and our physical health. There is even evidence our gut impacts our mental wellbeing. Interestingly, the gastrointestinal tract is sterile prior to birth. Babies obtain beneficial bacteria from […]
What I Learnt As A Mum Going Back To Study
Whether you are preparing to return to the workforce, looking to change career direction or simply up for learning something new, studying as a mum is challenging but extremely rewarding. With such a wide range of training options available these days, the world really is your oyster. The flexibility of online learning also allows you to […]
Should You Take Your Kids To See Despicable Me 3
I’m always a little skeptical when sequels run past the second movie, even if the first two times where successful. However, my kids are minion obsessed so when we were invited to see the Despicable Me 3 premier, how could I say no? I’m pleased to report that my children are now even more minion obsessed […]
What The Federal Budget Means To Single Mums
The Turnbull government’s latest Budget has been criticised for stigmatising single mothers and making life harder for those already doing it tough. “Measures in this year’s Budget reflect the Government’s commitment to target support to people who need it most, including single parents,” said a Department of Social Services spokesperson. However, the following Budget measures […]
This Will Remind You How To Find Magic In The Mundane Of Everyday Life With Kids
As a sole parent of 3, working and studying from home, it’s fair to say on a normal day I’m pretty busy and distracted. I’m also not the type to play Barbies on the floor for hours and I’m definitely not into arts and crafts. This all leads to the inevitable mother guilt and I worry I don’t […]