Our Family Whale Watching Adventure
Whale Watching is one of those things everyone needs to do at least once in their life. We were lucky enough over the school holidays to go Whale Watching and Dolphin Feeding at Moreton Island’s Tangalooma Island Resort. Seeing both of these amazing creatures in their natural environment is an experience we will never forget. […]
At the risk of sounding like the Grinch of Mother’s Day…
At the risk of sounding like the Grinch of Mother’s Day, I can’t help but wonder if the glass slipper of this sacred day needs smashing. I am pretty sure that I am not the only mum out here for whom mother’s day was not all roses, chocolates and the utopian dream of a day […]
This Is The Single Biggest Predictor of Divorce and the Key To A Happy Relationship
This post is written by School Mum Contributor Carolyn As someone in the throes of divorce proceedings, I’m probably the last person that should be handing out advice on how to have a happy marriage. If you want to hear about how to have an unhappy marriage, I’ve got a long list, but you might […]
You Can Maintain Your Sanity As A Parent By Doing This One Small Thing Every Day
Life with kids is often chaotic and overwhelming. And noisy. So very, very noisy. It can be hard to get a minute of peace without someone needing something. Then in those rare moments when they are all occupied, we usually turn to our to do list – the mountains of washing, the bills to pay, […]
If You Get This The Wrong Way Around In Your Relationship It Can Be Bad
One of the most commonly sited traits in a desired romantic partner is a sense of humour. This isn’t surprising, especially when looking at the results of studies showing that humour is linked to relationship satisfaction. This is in part because humour in relationships contributes to mitigating conflict, coping with stress and open communication. Of […]
This Is How To Beat Negative Self Talk In Kids
We all know the power of positive thinking. However, most of us also know that sometimes our negative thoughts can be louder. Teaching our kids from an early age how to combat negative self-talk and to focus on their strengths is very important to set up healthy patterns for life. Research tells us positive affirmations […]
This One Thing Will Keep Your Relationship Alive
Remember when you first started your relationship and you wanted to know everything about your new love? Verging on interrogation, you were intent on knowing every detail – their hopes, their dreams, their favourite breakfast cereal. In those early days you can’t get enough of each other, talking for hours and delving into each other’s […]
5 Things You Should Resolve To Give Up This Year
A new year usually brings new goals and resolutions. We often make big plans for the 12 months ahead. Maybe you want to exercise more, keep a gratitude journal or eat kale once a week. You might be pushing for that promotion or want to buy a bigger house. So many things to do and […]
What To Expect From Your 15 Year Old
Now that your child is 15 years old, they are past the ‘early’ teenager stage. They will continue to strive for independence and will most likely be of the opinion they already “know it all”. Here are some other things you can expect from your 15 year old: Physical/Health The majority of teens will reach […]
What To Expect From Your 14 Year Old
As the rollercoaster of adolescence continues for you and your child, you may find the dynamic of your relationship changes as they strive for growing independence. Here are some other things you can expect from your 14 year old: Physical/Health Physical growth and changes will continue to be at an individual rate and your child […]