How do you entertain a 5 and 6 year old, you ask? Let us fill you in
It’s a typical day, and your little bundle of energy is bouncing off the walls, running circles around your now-exhausted cat. Next, your pots and pans in the kitchen are now somehow all over your living room. You’re on your third cup of coffee, desperately searching for ways to keep them occupied, happy, and learning, all while maintaining your sanity (and your home’s structural integrity). This parenting stuff is tough. First it was the newborn...
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What are the developmental red flags for 5 year-olds?
The first five years of a child’s life seem full of so many changes. It’s only when you look back at the pictures, that you truly realise how much they have changed in just the past year! Every day, they get taller, run faster, and learn something new. They tick off milestones and outgrow their clothes, and as parents, we pride ourselves on watching them grow and rooting for their success. But in today’s competitive...
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Digital boundaries are important for kids, but parents might need to make some changes too
Being a parent is tough work, and we all know it’s not a competition. But let’s be real, who wouldn’t want to win the coveted “Best Parent Award” from their child? Unfortunately, today’s topic isn’t going to get you there. In fact, it might even earn you a few eye rolls and an exasperated sigh or two from your little ones. While this particular topic may not get you the title of “Best Parent,” it...
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Parenting expert shares the secret to keeping your child happy in a pram
Ah, prams. There are so many choices you have to make when you become a parent, and getting the perfect pram is often at the top of that list. It is going to be your little ones mode of transport after all and an essential accessory that ensures both comfort and convenience for both of you. But as handy as those bad boys are, they’re not always the easiest affair if your baby just isn’t...
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The importance of parent-teacher relationships and how to build them
Children trust educators the most after their families. Teachers play a crucial role in the brain development of children by further developing their social and emotional skills, building on what they have learned at home, and helping them grow into well-rounded individuals. Even though I haven’t been in a classroom for a few years, I still have a strong passion for and connection to the education system. I understand that it can be difficult to...
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We love these fun-filled books for school-aged kids
Okay, so your little one is officially off to school and entering the world of big-kid learning. How exciting! They’ll be getting into all sorts of wacky and wonderful books in class, but there are still plenty of ways you can support your kid’s reading journey at home. Encouraging your child to read at home helps them to do better in school, enjoy reading more, and, if they’re doing well, start independent reading. You should...
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Snowfests, dinosaurs and Pixar putt putt: What to do these school holidays
Figuring out what to do in the school holidays is hard enough, but it’s even worse when the beach stops being an option. Keeping the screens away and embracing outdoor play feels almost impossible, but the great news is – we’ve done the hard work for you. There are some pretty cool things for your kids happening across the nation, and here’s a state-by-state guide to prove it. Pull out your calendar (or open the...
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Here’s why getting three kids ready for school each day should qualify as an Olympic sport
Current POV: Taking a giant sip of fresh, hot coffee in a silent house as I feel the stress start to leave my body. Cut to ten minutes earlier: I managed to get three kids out of the house, school bags intact, on time. Every. Single. Morning. This is how that story goes. Our day begins at the ungodly hour of 6:00 am. The mission? Rouse Tyler, my newly minted 13-year-old who’s adopted a typical...
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Raising money-smart kids in a cashless world: 10 fun tips for parents
Remember when grandma used to slip us a shiny two-dollar coin, and we’d squirrel it away under our pillows for that sweet, sweet bag of chocolate? Yeah, good times. But now? With cash on the endangered species list, our little ones are growing up in a world where digital transactions rule the roost. Just the other day, I made a joke about not having enough money for a dress, and my daughter asked me where...
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