How can you help your child overcome their fear?
The world can be a scary place, even more so if you’re only a child. It’s hardly surprising then that most children at some point in their childhood will...
10 ways to survive (and thrive!) as a first-time mom
Dear new mom,
IT'S OKAY!
Sincerely,
Another mom.
It's okay to feel overwhelmed. It's okay to feel like you're drowning, It's okay to feel like you may just be a bit out of...
Toddlers and ipads
More and more parents are buying their toddlers from age two and up iPads, as a source of entertainment. Some parents may even argue and say that they let...
When the days are long
"The days are long but the years are short" is a quote I recently read in regards to raising children. The article encouraged parents to savour each moment with...
Parents vs Teachers
I was sitting in a meeting with a group of teachers that were discussing issues that they feel they are facing within the classroom, both from the students, as...
Allowing your children to face challenges
Set up for a loss
I read a really interesting blog post this week about why Generation Y folks aren’t happy. It was interesting for a few reasons, firstly because...
Running the race that’s right for you
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said:
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.
Whatever your background or culture, chances are that there...
Keep your kids entertained these holidays
The festive season is here, and that means that all schools will close and most of us will take leave and spend quality time with loved ones. I don't...
Should your child have a cell phone?
My 11-year-old is already asking, "Mom, when can I get a cell phone?" Many of her friends have cell phones, many have Facebook accounts, Instagram accounts and Whatsapp. So...
You Get Out What You Put In!
The truth about poop!
Every week I take my two youngest kids to playgroup. It’s a non-negotiable. They love it. I love it. Win-win! In the midst of building blocks,...