A Guide to Attachment Parenting: The Cases For and Against Attachment parenting is a philosophy that has gained significant attention recently. Developed by paediatrician William Sears and his wife Martha Sears, this approach emphasises creating strong emotional bonds between parents and children through practices like extended breastfeeding, co-sleeping, and responsive caregiving. While proponents argue that … Read more
The Importance of Flexibility in Parenting: Balancing Structure with Adaptability Parenting is a dynamic journey that requires a delicate balance between providing structure and embracing flexibility. While structure and consistency are crucial for a child’s development, adapting and being flexible is equally important. This article explores the significance of flexible parenting approaches and how to … Read more
Why Structure and Consistency Are Important for Children Structure and consistency could be thought of as boring but they serve as anchors, providing children with a sense of stability and security. These two elements are crucial in shaping a child’s development, behaviour, and overall well-being. This guide will explore the importance of structure and consistency … Read more
The 11 Montessori Sensitive Periods As a parent, you’ve likely heard of Montessori education and its unique approach to child development. One of the key concepts in Montessori philosophy is the idea of ‘sensitive periods’. These are specific windows of opportunity when children are particularly receptive to developing certain skills or knowledge. Understanding these sensitive … Read more
Our Guide to Choosing the Best Baby Carrier for Your Newborn What is a baby carrier? A baby carrier is a wearable device designed to safely hold and transport an infant or young child while keeping the caregiver’s hands-free. Key features include: Baby carriers offer a convenient, hands-free way to carry infants during daily activities … Read more
Encouraging Communication with Your Teenager I’ve witnessed firsthand the challenges and rewards of maintaining open communication with teenagers. I don’t always get it right and struggle with being met by grumps, eye-rolls and silences. The adolescent years are a critical period of growth and self-discovery, and effective communication during this time can strengthen family bonds … Read more
The Art of Rupture and Repair You’ve likely experienced moments when your connection with your child feels strained or broken. These instances, known as ‘ruptures’, are an inevitable part of parenting. However, it’s the way we handle these ruptures that truly matters. This is where the concept of ‘repair’ comes into play, offering a powerful … Read more
Navigating Puberty with Your Autistic Child Puberty is a challenging time for any young person, but for autistic children and their families, it can present unique obstacles and opportunities. This book aims to provide parents and carers with the knowledge, strategies, and understanding needed to support their autistic child through this crucial developmental stage. We’ll … Read more
Entering Their World: A Parent’s Guide to Communicating with Your Non-verbal Autistic Child Over the years I’ve learned that connection doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. Our journey of bonding with our children often takes us down unexpected paths, challenging our preconceptions and opening our eyes to new ways of communicating and … Read more
When a child is diagnosed with autism, it opens up a world of understanding and opportunities to better support their unique needs and strengths. One common behaviour among autistic individuals is infodumping. This article aims to explain what infodumping is, why it is important, and how to support your child in a neurodiversity-affirming way. What … Read more
How Can I Have a Happier Family Life? Family life can be incredibly fulfilling, but it doesn’t always come easily. With the right approach, you can create a joyful, harmonious home. Here are ten expert-backed strategies to foster a happier family life, with practical tips you can implement today, these will hopefully work to reduce … Read more
Air travel necessitates planning. This is particularly valid in cases where your child possesses health issues or particular requirements like autism. That whole preparation phase can be extremely draining for parents and other caretakers! However, families don’t have to give up on exploring new locations and creating moments with one another. As with any ability, … Read more
Virtual Autism: Understanding the Impact of Screen Time on Child Development As parents, we struggle with screen time for our 5 children from 4-14. It is an issue on many levels and firm boundaries and balance is required. When I saw the Phrase “Virtual Autism” I had to look into it in more detail. In … Read more
Playing With Blocks to Enhance Learning Playing with blocks has always been my daughter’s favourite thing to do. It started with hand-me-down wooden blocks – I think from Woolies (RIP). Anyway, she is the 4th to play with this specific tub. Now under my expert tutelage, she is a Lego fan but the blocks are … Read more
What is Low-Demand Parenting? Parenting can be a tough balancing act. Parents often struggle to find the right mix of guidance, discipline, and freedom for their children. One approach is low demand parenting, sometimes contrasted with the high-demand or “helicopter” parenting style. This article takes an in-depth look at low demand parenting, its pros and … Read more
Why Black and White Images are Important for Baby Development We had several high-contrast, black-and-white books for our children, but I never really knew why these were important. In their first few weeks, a newborn’s vision is still blurry and underdeveloped. They can only see high-contrast colours and simple shapes at a close range of … Read more
Is your kid prepared for contact lenses? What’s the right age? Taking care of contacts is simpler now, with various options available. Many children can now consider wearing them. There’s no fixed age for kids and contacts; it varies based on their responsibility level and parental support. Some 8-year-olds manage well, while certain teens might … Read more
Fun and Cheap Weekend activities for autistic children Weekends offer a refreshing change of pace from the school routine. For families with autistic children, weekends are an opportunity to prioritise quality time while nurturing skills and interests and getting children/teenagers off their screens. Weekend outings and activities can be fun for the whole family. We … Read more
Why Do Children Eat Glue? Children eating glue can seem like a perplexing and concerning behaviour for parents and classroom staff alike. While it may appear harmless, at least initially, understanding the underlying reasons is crucial to addressing this habit effectively. This article will explore the factors contributing to glue-eating and provide practical strategies to … Read more
Symptoms and Strategies for Inattentive ADHD Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex neurological condition that manifests in various forms, each with its own set of unique challenges. Among these forms, the predominantly inattentive subtype, formerly known as ADHD-PI, is often overlooked or misunderstood, particularly in its presentation in both children and adults. This article aims … Read more
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