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The Flawed Mother: Embracing Imperfection in Modern Mothering
Blog 17 September 2025•7 min read (As an Amazon Associate, I earn form qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra costs to you if you make a purchase.) As Mother’s Day approaches this weekend, I have been thinking a great deal about my mothering…
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Parenting through Grief: How to Support Children While Navigating Your Own Loss
Blog 13 September 2025•8 min read A Guide to family healing, hope, and holding space for both sorrow and love In loving memory of Aunty Sandra and Our Lady Di ❤️ Two beautiful souls who taught us that love transcends loss, and that sharing our stories can light a path for others walking a similar…
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Mastering Difficult Conversations: 5 Leadership Strategies for Constructive Feedback That Works
Blog 13 September 2025•4 min read (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase.) Mastering difficult conversations is one of the most critical leadership strategies for workplace success, yet many…
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You Belong Here: The Quiet Power of Communities
Blog 13 September 2025•4 min read Last week, I was curled up in a hotel room, watching A Man Called Otto (I love Tom Hanks), feeling a bit out of place and missing my animals and the familiarity of home. Funny how those quiet moments—away from the usual noise—can stir something in you. It had me thinking…
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Celebrating the Strength of Women in Aged Care – A Tribute on International Women’s Day 2025
Blog 10 September 2025•2 min read This International Women’s Day, I find myself reflecting on the incredible women I have the privilege of working alongside in the aged care sector. By day, I manage in-home care for older Australians, ensuring they receive the dignity, support, and compassion they deserve. By night (and weekends!), I pour…
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How Food Affects Your Child’s Behaviour: A Science-Backed Guide for Parents
Blog 10 September 2025•6 min read (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase.) Food and Behaviour As a specialist in child development and a parent myself, I often get…
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Creating a Sensory Friendly Haven: Nurturing Calm and Comfort at Home
Blog 09 September 2025•4 min read For our children navigating sensory processing challenges, creating a home environment that understands their unique needs can be a game changer. Imagine a space where they feel inherently safe, calm, and deeply comfortable- a sanctuary that gently reduces anxiety and significantly enhances their overall wellbeing. A sensory-friendly home helps…
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Connection and the love of reading
Blog 09 September 2025•5 min read Seeking Connection From the moment we are born we seek connection with others through touch, eye contact, loving sounds and food to fill our bellies to help us grow. One of my favourite memories of my children when they were small was bedtime reading. Reading before bed meant sitting…
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Digital Soothing
Blog 09 September 2025•11 min read I think most of us have been or are guilty of turning to digital devices for comfort. Whether it’s scrolling through social media, binge-watching TV shows, or endlessly browsing the internet, we often rely on screens to escape from stress, boredom, or negative emotions. While these digital distractions can…
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Fostering Resilience: Nurturing Grit in Our Kids
Blog 09 September 2025•7 min read In the ever-changing landscape of parenting and education, there’s one goal that truly stands out: fostering resilience in our children and teenagers. In a world that’s constantly shifting and full of surprises, helping our kids develop that inner grit to face life’s inevitable challenges is more important than ever.…