Social Media, Photos And Other People’s Children
Most people who use social media have different levels of comfort about sharing photos of their kids....
21 January, 2019
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Book Reviews: Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow
This is the second in the series that follows in the 'Harry Potter' genre. A page turning meaty book for the more accomplished reader! Wundersmith The Calling of Morrigan Crow published by Lothian Childrens Books (paperback RRP $16.99, h/back $24.99) Age Group 8+years. The second book in the...
17 January, 2019
Off we go to her first day at school
Leanne Torres finds her daughter’s first day of school is a big adventure for them both. If I try really hard, I can just about remember my first day of school. Maybe it’s the photo that triggers my memory – there I am with my big...
15 January, 2019
Can be disruptive in class – understanding behavioural problems
We take a look at commonly misunderstood behaviours affecting classroom learning and debunk the stigma they carry. It took Kylie and Phil a long time to find the courage to tell people about their boys’ diagnoses. Ben, now 10, was diagnosed with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder...
15 January, 2019
Returning to work [or not]
With both her kids now at school, Jean Flynn contemplates a ‘career change’. I’m looking for a job. I already have one, but I’m interested in doing something a bit different – branching out. I’ve been in my current position for nearly eight years. It’s full-time...
15 January, 2019
How can you successfully combine work and breastfeeding?
More and more employers are aware of their obligations to assist mothers returning to work. This advice from the Australian Breastfeeding Association provides the latest updated information to help parents to make their best choices. Many mothers successfully combine work and breastfeeding. Our work environment continues...
15 January, 2019
Chocolate Lamingtons
It's 26 January and you're by the pool with your loved ones, chilled bevvie in hand, but you can't quite shake the feeling that something's missing. These coconutty, chocolatey lamingtons will make your Australia Day complete. Don't forget the vanilla cream....
14 January, 2019
Sushi sandwiches
Sushi lovers will adore this lunchbox treat! These simple sushi sandwiches have become phenomenally popular in Japan over the last few years, particularly for packed lunches. Known in Japan as ‘Onigirazu’ they’re very simple to make, they don’t need to be made with vinegared sushi rice...
14 January, 2019
10 family food rules we like
Bron Bates considers the dos and don'ts of dinner time with kids. When I was growing up, there was an unspoken rule in our house that every meal must include something green. Thus, spaghetti with a side of peas. Now that I'm the parent, I think I'm pretty...
12 January, 2019
The Making Of Memories
Sheree Gleeson reflects on her desire for her children to have the idle hours that are so often at the heart of our most meaningful moments The nature of screens screen them Are my children making memories that count? That’s something I agonise over as I watch...
07 January, 2019