Some childcare business owners experienced a rollercoaster year, while others (lucky ones) enjoyed a consistent income during the financial year. Whatever your financial situation, it’s a good idea to examine your financial tools and procedures at the beginning of the year to ensure they’re still in working order. Especially for the new childcare business owners, they just bought a childcare business through a childcare business broker. Your financial tools and procedures should help you arrange and manage cash flow. Businesses that do not manage and monitor their cash flow will quickly fail ..read more

You wake up Monday morning with a sense of dread.  It’s all you can do to drag yourself out of bed and out the door. As you drive in to school you’re thinking of all the things that await you there: The stack of ungraded papers on your desk. The sullen group of students you have during 1st period. The copy machine that always jams. The administrator who seems out of touch with the classroom, students, and teachers.   That one teacher who always seems put together whom you feel like you can never measure up to. The uncomfortable temperature of your classroom (either too hot or to ..read more

If you’re trying to navigate the responsibilities of caring for your children and your ageing parents at the same time, you may find yourself having trouble managing this demanding stage of life. Raising children and caring for an elder takes a considerable amount of energy by itself and can be incredibly overwhelming if you’re balancing a career on the side. The important thing to remember is that you’re not alone. A large number of adults today belong to what is called the “sandwich generation” – people who are caring for their children and ageing parents at the same time. If you are a part ..read more

In our post-pandemic world, the well-being of our children has taken on even greater importance. As parents, we all want the very best for our kids. We want them to grow up happy, healthy and prepared to tackle life’s challenges confidently. But amidst the demands and complexities of modern life, it’s natural sometimes to feel unsure or ill-equipped when it comes to supporting our children. We know it’s essential, but the question remains: How can we effectively support our children’s mental health? It’s a common concern that many parents share. We understand that you want your children to thr ..read more

We are all feeling the pinch. There are words that are getting thrown around in the media as well as amongst our circle of family, friends and work colleagues that are forcing us to look closely at our cost of living, our budget, expenses and income.   Inflation Recession Rising Interest rates Global Financial Crisis Rising Cost of Living   For some, it’s a real, everyday concern. For others, it may be fear-mongering. For most, it’s a reason to closely look at and re-evaluate where are money is going and how we can make sure we don’t end up struggling financially but rather put ourse ..read more

What is depression? Depression is a low mood that impacts everyday functioning, such as engagement in social interests, home life, leisure activities, and school life that cannot be attributed to an underlying medical condition or other mental health condition. The low mood persists across weeks or years. In children, it can look different, and children may not be able to articulate their mood and so parents can look for these signs of depression. It is important to note that depression is different to just having a sad day, however, if a sad mood is ongoing, it may indicate a more significant ..read more

Believe it or not, team sport dates back 70,000 years and while it may have started from warfare and military training it was always a form of entertainment that bonded us humans together.  Today, Australia is known to be a great sporting nation and this great society equaliser is an integral part of our lives for many reasons including the physical and mental strength it brings the players and often the spectators too. From little league to professional sport, some of the best fun we have, as families, are on sports fields.  When my son first donned his soccer uniform at 4-years old ..read more

Implementing Safe Sleep Practices for your little one. As a new parent, sometimes we can find ourselves wishing for a magic solution to help our little ones sleep peacefully.  But it’s important to know that while some products are marketed as miracle sleep aids, research tells us they may be placing our baby’s lives at risk. You may have come across inclined baby products labelled as “baby sleepers,” “rockers,” or “bouncers.”  While these products are popular, look cute and many often claim to ease the discomfort of reflux and lull your baby into a peaceful slumber the unsettling tr ..read more

According to Australia’s leading health and wellness expert, Dr Vincent, Australia is facing a nutrition emergency. “I am deeply concerned about the declining state of many people’s health. The reality is that with the cost of living soaring, many people can’t afford to buy fresh food and groceries and they are also having to cut back on essential nutritional supports such as supplements,” Dr Vincent said. “Many Australians are facing difficult decisions, they are having to cut back on important foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables and lean meat because they need to pay their power bills a ..read more

The journey of pregnancy doesn’t end with childbirth—it continues into the crucial period known as the 4th trimester. Your Women’s health physiotherapist should play a vital role in supporting you during this transformative phase. In this blog post, we will delve into the 4th trimester and explore the important considerations for women’s physical and emotional well-being. By understanding the unique needs of this period, we aim to empower you to navigate this time with confidence and optimal health.  Post-Partum care should be an ongoing process, with tailored services to s ..read more