5 Things I Want My Tween Sons To Know Before They Become Teenagers
My tween sons are on the brink of adolescence. They are changing. We can both see it and neither of us is overly happy about it. My eldest son is such a gentle soul, who doesn’t like change. He needs constant guidance and reassurance as the hormones rage through his body and he battles with […]
This System Could Change Student Outcomes For The Better
Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff and Slytherin. You don’t have to be a Harry Potter fan to recognise what these names stand for. They are, of course, the houses at the magical school of Hogwarts. It’s not surprising that Hogwarts used a house system. After all, it is a system of organising students that originated in English […]
This Tip Could Change Homework In Your House Forever?
When I was a kid I always thought one of the best parts about being a grown up was not having to do homework. Then I became a parent… Homework is a headache-inducing chore in households everywhere. Kids don’t want to do it, time poor parents don’t want to police it and I’m sure most […]
What’s Your Child’s Temperament And Why Is It Important?
When it comes to personality, not all children are created equal. As a mother of three, it often strikes me how different my children are. I have Chalk and Cheese then number 3 is what I like to call The Perfect Storm – an inexplicable combination of her two brothers. It can make parenting a minefield because there […]
This Simple Thing Can Develop Your Child’s Vocabulary
There is nothing more magic than the sound of your child’s first word. Language is such an important part of our lives and when baby starts communicating in a comprehensive way, not only does it make us proud, it also makes life a bit easier! Parents often prompt babies with words such a “mum”, “dad”, […]
Ways To Relieve The Financial Cost Of Special Needs Parenting
Everyone knows having kids is an expensive business. However, parenting a child with special needs come with many additional financial costs. Depending on your child’s diagnosis, costs can include, but are not limited to, assessments, medical interventions, therapy and educational support. Then there are costs associated with transport, resources and equipment. Some parents are also […]
How To Know If Your Child Is Capable Of Making Good Friends
A great source of worry for many parents is if their child will be able to make friends easily. Regardless of age, friendships are an important part of childhood (and adulthood too!) Positive peer relationships can have not only emotional but also cognitive and behavioural benefits for children. Through friendships, children learn important social skills […]
5 Back To School Hacks That Will Save You Money
School holidays are nearly done and back to school prep is in full swing. The thing about back to school is that it is usually a very expensive exercise. Especially coming in the wake of Christmas, family vacations and school holiday activities. Here are a few ways to easily save some money getting the kids […]
5 Reasons Why Your Kids Should Do Performing Arts
It’s no secret these days that kids these days are engaged in a lot of extracurricular activities. As parents we want to provide the best opportunities for our children and encourage their development. However, there is often a greater focus on sport and physical activity than other more creative pursuits. Figures from the Australian Bureau […]
How To Help Your Child Improve Their Focus and Attention Span
With all of the devices and distractions around these days it can be difficult for children to learn to focus for a period of time. There has also been a rise in children being diagnosed with ADHD and the exact contributing factors are still unknown. Medication is a key treatment in helping improve attention and […]