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How often should grandparents see their grandchildren
There is often a lot of passionate discussion in online forums and Mother’s Groups when it comes to the hot topic of grandparents. Whether it’s the persistent MIL, overly ‘carefree’ grandfather or outdated parenting styles – there is always someone working through the challenge of trying to blend family dynamics together. The reality is that a lot has changed over the years when it comes to raising children. Centre for Perinatal Excellence (COPE) describes this...
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Is your partner planning to take time off work?
Sharing the care of your newborn after delivery is an important topic to discuss beforehand. You will want to figure out how you and your partner will care for your little one, and how long that might work job-wise...
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Managing friendships with a baby
If you’re the first one of your friends to have a baby, or you have friends without kids you might be wondering how to maintain those relationships when your life has changed so drastically...
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The things my own parents told me about raising kids that are (annoyingly) true
My son was throwing a huge tantrum, and when he turned around and said the words, “You are the worst mum ever,” I was stunned. And not just because those six words hurt, because they did, but mostly because they also brought in a rush of emotions and flashbacks. It wasn’t long ago that I had said them too—screamed them, in fact, at my own mum—in a moment of anger or frustration. I knew she...
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How to share the load over the holidays when you co-parent
Ever find yourself staring down the school holidays or festive seasons with a twinge of dread, wondering how on earth you’re going to juggle the holiday planning amidst the intricacies of co-parenting? Don’t sweat it, you’re not alone! We get it, when you’re co-parenting, it’s just not as straightforward as setting a date and expecting everyone to show up with a smile on their face, all in their best dress. Yeah, navigating this co-parenting landscape...
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Flying solo: What it really means to be a single parent
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation with another parent, chatting about how exhausting it is to raise little humans, only to hear them say, “I don’t know how single parents do it!”? Trust me, it’s really no walk in the park. Before my bustling family of five, I was also navigating the parenting journey solo, raising my oldest daughter all by myself. Although it was just as rewarding, I remember I was exhausted...
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12 Empowering tips for parents coping with divorce & separation
Going through a divorce or separation can be an incredibly challenging and emotionally draining experience. And being a parent just makes things a little bit more complicated and difficult to navigate through. You may have self doubt and perhaps feel like you have failed, or worry about what the future may bring. It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed by the myriad of emotions and changes that accompany this life-altering event. As a parent, it can...
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I miss my best friend: How motherhood changes friendships
“Hey there?”, my phone pinged. I had just rocked the baby to sleep, so I quickly switched it to silent, promising to respond the minute I put him down. “We’re having a girl’s night tonight. Do you want to hang?” The phone continued to light up.“Get a babysitter! But you have to come.” “We missed you. Next plan,” came the reply. Sounded great, but deep inside, I knew our paths were gradually diverging. “There?” It...
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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...
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