Families

In keeping with Terrigal Bowling Club’s strong commitment to the local community, the club has pledged vital funds towards the purchase of new foam boards for the Nippers program at …

by Sarah Tolmie For the last 12 years I have contributed to every issue of On the Coast – Families magazine. Today as I write this article I have decided …

By Brodie Jarman, Early Childhood & Primary Teacher ALKIRA ELC Research provides evidence that the first five years of life are the most crucial for brain development. Studies consistently highlight …

With 10 sports taught across 2 terms, the kids never get bored. They are always challenged with something new and exciting.  Some kids find sport comes naturally to them, and …

Harnessing your  child’s inner strength to get through hard times by Sarah Tolmie As a therapist I encounter many clients bravely navigating hard times. Sometimes this might be in my …

by Catherine Schasser It’s another day at the preschool and sounds of children’s chatter and giggles resound. Families arrive and I watch as mothers negotiate the entry ramp, arms laden …

by CLARE MARCANGELO Every parent these days has a fair idea that sugar is known as the bad guy in the health world, and that they should try and avoid …

COASTWIDE FAMILY DAY CARE Family Day Care offers a unique service to children and their families. As an early childhood professional working in Family Day Care, I love the bonds …

Could family life be just a little bit easier, more connected and purposeful? School holidays are here so: can I get help to entertain my kids and manage my day-to-day …

by DR NATALIE CORDOWINER Often breastfeeding mums neglect their own nutrition through lack of ‘time’ to care for themselves whilst looking after their newborn and other family members. This is …