“Mama, can I help with the vacuuming?” Isn’t that music to your ears? Lately I have been asked this question a lot, partly because we have a new vacuum cleaner which everyone in the house is slightly obsessed with (vacuuming has never been so easy) and partly because I have implemented a few changes in… {read more}
Parenting
How to Teach Courage to Young Children
I will never forget the glint in his eye as he let go of that fireman’s pole at the playground, just as soon as his feet touched the ground. He had wanted to try to go down that pole so many times before, but always backed away. This time was different and he went down all by… {read more}
How to Transform Your Relationship With Your Kids {A Series}
“There is no single effort more radical in its potential for saving the world than a transformation of the way we raise our children.” – Marianne Williamson Parenting is not easy. It is not straightforward. And it definitely isn’t a “one size fits all.” Every child, parent, relationship and situation is unique. But there are two… {read more}
Tips for Parents to Learn How to Connect versus Correct
It can be very hard to change your parenting habits when you were raised a certain way, and had particular phrases and reactions drilled into you as a child. It’s only natural to copy what you know, but is that always the best thing to do? I am putting a lot of effort in to learn… {read more}
How to Explain Mindful Colouring to Kids
Colouring books are everywhere these days – not just for kids but for adults too. I was keen to introduce the practice of colouring as a relaxing weekend activity for my family but, although I was aware that the new colouring craze was somehow about mindfulness and stress-relief, I still couldn’t quite put it into… {read more}
Starting Solids Stress Free
There is something special about watching your baby enjoy their first solid foods. Waiting to see their reaction to the new flavours and textures, interacting with them as they learn to chew and try to use a spoon… starting solids it is definitely a milestone to remember. All three of my babies have had different experiences… {read more}
Dear Daughter: Be True to Yourself
Dear Daughter, At almost nine months old, you are now crawling, pulling up to stand, waving, clapping and eating with your two front teeth. Your eyes are a mixture of dark blue and brown, and everyone says you look just like me. I’m not sure if it’s true or not, but when I compare baby… {read more}
How to Teach Responsibility to Young Children
Responsibility is doing what needs to be done and taking ownership for your actions. Though it is often equated with cleaning up after yourself, getting homework done, and learning how to spend money – there are many more ways for kids to practice this virtue. Lately I have been recognising many opportunities in my life… {read more}
