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How helping kids connect with nature improves their social skills

Modern parents understand all too well, the importance (and frustration) of getting kids away from their screens and out into the world. As Gen Muir from Connected Parenting explains, “Nature play provides many lifelong benefits across physical health, mental health and academic competency. More than ever as parents we want our kids to have a deep understanding of their role in nurturing the world they live in. We know that nature-based learning and education improves...

How do you help a parent who is struggling?

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if the government funded a health retreat for parents experiencing stress and anxiety to help them process and recover? What if it was insured and covered meals, childcare, and therapies? And what if, just what if, you were legally entitled to it? “Hey, you know, maybe it’s time to take that Kur,” your doctor might say. Wouldn’t that would be brilliant! It would be like a buoy, tossed to a parent...

How to model positive relationships for your kids

“Children have never been very good at listening to their elders. But they have never failed to imitate them”. James Baldwin. Read that one again. Although it contradicts the ‘do what I say and not what I do’ adage of the older generations, remember, we are trying to break those negative generational cycles where we can. As a parent, you want to give your child the best possible start. You want to equip them with...

If you’re wondering WTF Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (AFRID) is, read this post.

Let’s set the scene, shall we? Parent: “Just try it.” Child: *shakes head emphatically Parent: “You don’t even know what it tastes like – you could love it more than chocolate!’. Child: *rolls eyes in toddler or tween Parent: “I’ll let you (insert bribe here) if you just LICK it.” If your mealtimes reflect some version of the above, let’s talk about the possibility of your child having ARFID before you delve head-first into the...

From causes to cures: A friendly guide to decoding conjunctivitis

Let’s face it, when it comes to parenthood, there’s always something lurking around the corner ready to pounce. Just when you think you’ve got this whole “raising tiny humans” thing down, boom – pink eye aka conjunctivitis strikes. And suddenly, you’re on a first-name basis with your child’s eye doctor, making trips to the pharmacy at all hours of the night, and trying to convince your little one that wearing an eye patch is actually...

How becoming a parent alters the dynamics of your love life

Remember when you and your partner used to talk about having a baby? The cuddles, the coos, the Instagram-worthy family photos? Ah, those were the days. And then, reality hit. Suddenly, your once romantic relationship has turned into a non-stop circus of dirty diapers, sleep deprivation, and more bodily fluids than you ever thought possible. You find yourself longing for those good ol’ days when you could go out on a date without having to...

Tweens are facing a social confidence crisis post-pandemic so here’s how we can help

Have you recently wondered why your tween or teen doesn’t seem to have the same social etiquette as an older sibling, or even you, had at their age? Are most of their hangouts with friends happening online or via a phone – even though the lockdown is long gone? As the world slowly recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to understand how it has affected your tweens’ social and mental development. Young teenagers are...

How to help your tween through their first breakup

When your child was younger, you heard other parents talking about this in hushed whispers and hands on their hearts. You probably pushed it to the back of your mind, knowing it was a long time until you had to face it yourself. And now it’s here – the dreaded first breakup and heartbreak. If your tween is not the only one walking around with a broken heart and tissues, we feel you. Watching your...

How positive thinking can help build your tween’s resilience and improve their relationships

Imagine being on a boat in the middle of the sea: you kinda know how to control the boat, but don’t really have the experience and skills yet. Then all of a sudden the sky starts to turn grey and you can sense a storm coming your way. Scary stuff, isn’t it? That’s the kind of feeling your tween is going through right now, trying to navigate the tricky waters of adolescence. They are facing...

7 best ways to deal with toddler tantrums

Some mornings, your tiny toddler decides to throw a full-blown tantrum because the laws of gravity refuse to cooperate with them. A tiny bowl of their favourite cereal tipped over, and now they must express their displeasure at the unfairness of life. Or perhaps, it was you. Perhaps, you are the reason for this sudden outburst. In your naiveté, you tried to reason with them and refused to let them take a bath in the...

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Lachlan Gillespie talks to Kiindred about his family, The Wiggles and Running for Premature Babies

In an exclusive interview with Kiindred, we catch up with Purple Wiggle Lachy to chat all about his work with Running for Premature Babies and why his ambassadorship with the charity is so important to him.

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Spring Styling for Mum & Bub with Bella Brennan

Winter is finally done and dusted and spring has officially sprung 🌸🌸🌸 Who here lives for the warmer weather?! We certainly do! 🙌 With the warmer weather comes the chance to refresh your wardrobe. Our parenting editor Bella has curated the ultimate spring wardrobe for both you and your little one, from the latest H&M spring collection. From their adorable trans-seasonal sets for your bub to their deliciously soft newborn range (we LOVE the fact...

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Sophie Lavender and Hayley Flowers chat to Kiindred about their podcast Pumped

Finding a mama bestie to ride the highs and lows of parenting is like finding a real-life unicorn. 🦄🦄🦄 And when new mums Hayley Flowers and Sophie Lavender matched on the Peanut app, the pair never could have imagined it would lead to creating the mother of all podcasts, Pumped Podcast. Here, we chat to the Pumped podcast hosts about their passion for helping new parents navigate the fourth trimester and beyond.

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This is my story of courage at Club Med Phuket

Courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to take action in spite of our fears. Sometimes it can take us to be outside of our usual routine to find the courage to try new things and holidays present the perfect opportunity to do this! Gen from @connectedparentingau shares a story about her little guy Tom. He is the third of four boys, fitting snugly in the middle of a very loud gang...

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Osher Günsberg on parenting, screen time and mental health

In an exclusive interview with Kiindred, beloved TV host Osher Günsberg talks to us about the biggest lesson his three-year-old Wolfie has taught him, how he manages screen time and the most salient piece of wisdom he’s picked up since starting his podcast, DadPod.

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The Samtani’s and Muir’s experience at Club Med Phuket

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that family comes first and to never take our freedom to travel for granted! Taking a holiday with kids is no mean feat and it often requires a little preparation. Doing your research to ensure that it is kid-friendly should be at the top of the list.. and for us, it also had to be LOTS of fun. The Club Med experience is unlike any...

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Paw Patrol Toys – Big Truck Pups Truck Stop HQ Review

It’s no secret that all of my kids are huge Paw Patrol fans… so when I turned up with this super impressive box, they just couldn’t wait to get stuck in. Every mission starts with the all new truck stop HQ and it’s so big that everyone can get involved. Check out the super cool features! Any @pawpatrol fans will go nuts for this… 🐶

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How to help your little one express their feelings

One huge skill our little ones are learning is how to communicate their thoughts and feelings to others… but there is more than one way to go about it! They may not even realise they are doing it yet – but one big way our kids communicate how they feel is through their bodies. From smiles and cuddles to hi fives ✋ and fist pumps… to even stomping their feet. That’s why, in partnership with...

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