Transform Your Parenting Challenges with Daily Rituals, for a More Regulated Nervous System If I start getting snappy with somebody in our house, can’t handle one more question about what’s for dinner, or get annoyed because a bird is chirping too loudly outside, I know my nervous system needs some love because I’ve become dysregulated. As a mum, it’s hard juggling all the things. You’re a project manager, counsellor, chef, play therapist, personal shopper, and Uber driver, all while trying to work and do the best you can to keep it together. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, constantly ..read more

Here’s why teaching you child independent play is actually a form of self-care From the experts at Lovevery Here’s the reality: constantly being “on” is exhausting, and we’ve learned it’s not even necessarily good for children. Someone decided a while back that being a good parent means constant interaction and total self-sacrifice, but it really doesn’t. Learning to play independently is developmentally important for a young child. Experts all agree that independent play helps support problem solving, creative thinking, and focus. Even babies benefit from short periods of independent play. O ..read more

My name is Lyndsay, I’m a mum of four who loves homemade chocolate and essential oils. Our life is a little chaotic; its busy, we have a sausage dog called Margot and we juggle a million things. We are also bereaved parents. We navigate ‘missing’ our daughter Francesca whilst also weaving her into our family life in a way that honours her, yet protects her siblings from carrying our grief. This is life when you lose a baby. I never imagined I would be the one walking this path. I remember when I was pregnant with our first baby in 2014, a friend and I discussed it was our worst nightmare. It w ..read more

After having my first child, rising (somewhat) from the fog and realising that I couldn’t spend my whole life in active wear or different versions of pyjamas, I opened my wardrobe but didn’t know what to wear. The dresses were too tight. The shorts were too short. Did I ever wear anything comfortable pre kids? I was at a bit of a loss as to what to wear and I’m a personal stylist! So, I did a massive wardrobe cull. I had changed and my wardrobe needs had changed. It was easy to get rid of the clothing I knew I wasn’t going to wear anymore. But what did I want to replace it with? What was my ne ..read more

Should I give my baby a dummy? When should I get rid of the dummy? How do I get rid of the dummy? Is it a problem if my child had a dummy for a long time? As an Orofacial Myologist (a health professional that looks at the function of the oral and facial muscles) these are all questions I get asked regularly. Let me start by saying I’m not anti-dummy! I have two children… being a mum, especially a first-time mum, is hard! I fully appreciate that in those early days of sleep deprivation and constant feeding it can be pretty tempting to give baby a dummy. So, if you want or need to give your bab ..read more

Being pregnant with your second baby is often different than your first.  Sure, it feels familiar, but you have less time to rest because you’re running after your other child, less time to focus on the specifics (like waiting for the new week to click over on the baby growth app to see what size it is) and let’s face it - your body just ain’t what it use to be. Putting aside how much more physically harder it is the second time around growing a baby, it can also come with some overwhelming feelings. Feelings of excitement met with uncertainty.  For some mums, there are feelings of ..read more

With so many breast pumps on the market these days, it can be really hard to find the right one that will meet your needs. Alex Thompson (aka Midwife Alex) poses the questions you need to consider in order to find the right pump for you. To buy a pump or not to buy a pump? As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) I see many families who have gotten a pump in pregnancy “just in case” which doesn’t fit their needs when they face breastfeeding difficulties. If you are someone looking at buying a pump in pregnancy or adding one to your ‘wish list’, I strongly recommend hold ..read more

“Me help washing”, “I cook egg now” “Look it’s a mess I clean”.  These are some of the sweet ways my 2 year old let’s me know he’d love to be helpful. Research shows us that prosocial behaviour, including helping, can emerge in children as young as 18 months old. Toddlers have an innate desire to help others, which can be nurtured and developed through age-appropriate tasks and positive reinforcement. By providing a space for your child to get involved in helping with day to day life activities you’re demonstrating to them these wonderful qualities; Kindness Problem solving Teamwork ..read more

Welcome to our blog post, where we delve into the fascinating world of seed cycling and its incredible benefits during pregnancy and the post-partum period. Seed cycling is like a natural superpower for hormone optimisation, using the magic of specific seeds to support your body's hormonal health. Together, we’ll explore the wonders of seed cycling, its two distinct phases, and how you can adapt it to make your pregnancy and post-partum journey even more nourishing and supportive. So, let's dive in and unlock the secrets of seed cycling for a happier and healthier you! Seed Cycling: Biohacking ..read more

Finding activities to engage with your baby can be tricky when they are so little, but there’s actually a lot of easy ways you can spark their development from very early on! The team at Baby Sensory Canberra have put together a list below of 5 simple sensory activities that you can do at home and the benefit they have for your baby. 1. Feather activity: feathers are a wonderful way to stimulate happy play and giggles. It also helps to stimulate your baby’s senses, brings tactile awareness to the skin and enhances eye tracking skills. We recommend moving the feather from side to side to begin ..read more