9 Tips for Home Schooling
I home-schooled my daughter by choice for several years, and have absolutely no regrets. It really was a beautiful time for us both, and allowed us to build the foundation for a lovely close relationship. These are some of my top tips that I learnt during this time. I hope they help you. Regular Movement […]
The Hidden Skills That Support Learning
Learning Is About More Than Just Reading and Writing When children struggle at school, it’s easy to focus on reading, writing, spelling, or maths. But learning is built on many different foundations. If a child finds it difficult to sit still, focus, listen, remember information, or coordinate their movements, classroom learning can feel much harder […]
Couples Counselling: what to expect and how it helps
Relationships are never static. Our partners can bring out both the best and the worst in us, and there is always the potential to learn and grow together. Perhaps you find yourselves arguing more often, disagreeing about parenting issues, or having arguments that keep going round in circles. Maybe you are struggling to agree on […]
Parenting and Family Support
We all want to raise happy, healthy children, but sometimes their behaviours can leave us feeling frustrated and at a loss to know what to do. Parenting support through counselling and parent coaching offers a calm, supportive space to make sense of what’s happening—and find a way forward that feels right for your family. The […]
Punishment, Consequences and Time-0uts Don’t Work – what can I do instead?
Are you over the toddler tantrums, the meltdowns and teenage mood swings and would like to find alternatives to punishment and time-out, but are not sure where to turn? Maybe you have realised that these approaches don’t work, and often make things even worse, but are unsure what else to try? Rest assured, there are other, more […]
Beating the Lockdown Blues
Is life in lockdown getting you down? Maybe you’re aware of a vague sense of unease, something you just can’t quite put your finger on? Or perhaps you are feeling trapped, caught in a loop where you can’t find your way out? Many of us are missing family members living interstate, or being able to […]
You Matter Too: Why Looking After Yourself Helps Your Child
As parents, we spend so much time looking after everyone else that it’s easy to forget about ourselves. Yet when we’re constantly running on empty, it’s much harder to stay calm, patient and emotionally available for our children. Looking after yourself isn’t selfish. It’s one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. You’ve […]
Developmental Readiness for Reading
Developmental readiness for school sets the stage for success throughout their school years. Time spent preparing your child for starting school will pay lasting dividends throughout their entire school career …. and beyond. Rather than simply reaching a certain age before starting school, it will help if your child is also developmentally ready. We all […]
How to Support Your Child’s Learning Through Play
If your child is starting school soon, it’s natural to wonder whether they’re ready. While reading, writing and numbers are important, many of the skills that support learning develop through play long before children enter a classroom. The good news is that everyday activities can help strengthen these foundations in fun and meaningful ways. It’s […]
Learning Begins Long Before School
Building Blocks for Learning Many parents become concerned when their child struggles at school. Perhaps reading is difficult, concentration is a challenge, or emotions seem to spill over more easily than expected. It’s natural to wonder: “Why is this so hard for my child?” The answer is not always found in the classroom. Learning is […]