If you’ve recently welcomed a new baby into your family, whether as a first-time parent or adding a sibling to your growing family, it’s such a magical occasion. Of course, as a parent, you want nothing but the best for your child. Even if caring for a baby is second nature, sometimes issues can occur. Caring for your baby is your primary responsibility during its infancy. But what about respiratory trouble? Struggles with breathing can understandably alarm parents and alert them to wider health issues, so it’s important to know the warning signs. You might not know what to do in this understa ..read more

What could be more beautiful than bringing a new life into the world? It is undoubtedly incomparable and unparalleled with anything else. From a baby’s first heartbeat to the moment you hold your newborn in your hands, the journey to parenthood is a treasured time. Bringing a new life into the world although an absolute honour, is the single most challenging yet important task a person can undertake. To help, we have created a Newborn Guide as a resource to support and educate both expecting and new parents through expert information and advice. This guide will also provide parents, friends an ..read more

Whether you are expecting a baby or in your first few months of life with a newborn, you have undoubtedly already noticed how extraordinary and daunting parenthood can be. We do everything we can to prepare for this precious new life, because we want our baby to be born into a home filled with safety and love. One of the most important aspects of creating that love-filled home is taking care of the parents’ relationship. So, how can you successfully make the transition from partners to parents? Here are five evidence-based approaches to support you in those first few years.  Transitions c ..read more

The Gentle Sleep Sleep Specialist has been supporting families around the globe in sleep and parenting for nearly ten years, and we are thrilled to offer guidance on some common questions. Why the lead-up to bedtimes matter:  The lead-up to bedtime is actually a really important part of the overall sleep process. How you navigate this period not only sets the scene for sleep but also influences how smoothly bedtime settles and nighttime sleep progresses. Certain practices in the lead-up to bedtime can significantly impact these aspects. Firstly, it’s crucial to ensure that your child is b ..read more

As parents and educators, we are all familiar with the boundless curiosity and rapid growth that characterise the early years of our children’s lives. Ages two to five are a critical period for learning and development, as children’s brains undergo remarkable growth and development. In fact, did you know that children’s brains grow the most in the first five years of life? During this time, children are like sponges, eagerly absorbing all the new information and experiences they encounter. Every interaction, whether it’s playing with toys, exploring the outdoors, or engaging in conversations ..read more

Maintaining a home that is tidy but functional is something everyone needs to be jointly invested in. If it is one person in charge it will become too big a task and it will likely not happen, more likely creating frustration and resentment across the home. But when it comes to mess, our kids are capable of more than we think. That is, provided we set them up with structures and age-appropriate expectations. If you suddenly out of the blue, after 13 years of doing it yourself, yell at your teen “make your bed” – it’s probably not going to happen. Here are 5 tips for a tidier home for toddlers ..read more

The gut microbiome is often talked about for health and wellbeing but what is it and how does it impact your child’s health now and into the future?  What is the gut microbiome?  The gut microbiome refers to the micro-organisms (living things that are so small they can only be seen via a microscope) that live in the human digestive tract. Most of these microorganisms are found in the large intestine. The gut microbiome is unique to each person and has a significant impact on health and wellbeing throughout life. The gut microbiome is influenced by g ..read more

Managing finances for a family, especially with young children aged between 2 and 5, can be a challenging yet rewarding experience.  With the added expenses of childcare, education, and daily living, coupled with the responsibility of a mortgage, it’s essential to find a balance that allows for both current financial stability and future growth. It is important to have strategies in place to ensure that you keep making forward momentum with your money in these times. Speaking from experience, they can be the hardest to maintain momentum, however they are also foundational to the habits yo ..read more

Typically, when kids start fussy eating, we worry about what food we’re serving them, and how to get them to eat certain foods. And while these things are important, some of the biggest changes I see in kids with fussy eating come from changes that have nothing to do with the food itself. Environment Parents and caregivers serve as the primary models for healthy eating and activity patterns. Letting children eat with the family is shown to promote fruit and vegetable intake. So, eat meals as a family where possible to model positive eating behaviour and ensure meal settings are distraction-fre ..read more

Breakfast for kids: I really wish it was a simpler topic, to be honest! Breakfast is an absolute rollercoaster in my house at the moment, with kids not eating and then wanting to eat as soon as we get in the car. A good friend messaged me the other day, asking what to feed her kids for breakfast. She was looking for ways to try and keep them calm before school. She was asking how to limit sugar in breakfast, which is a great first step. So, does what kids eat affect their behaviour? Yes, it does. Exactly like it does for us as adults. Protein, Fat and Fibre Ideally, there are three elements we ..read more