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    Food & Feelings: 3 Simple Nutrition Tweaks to Calm Kids’ Anxiety & Meltdowns (From a Paediatric Expert)

    by LukeAdmin August 22, 2025
    August 22, 2025

    By Clare Marcangelo – Nutrition Sleep and Regulation Expert Supporting your child through things like anxiety, sensory overwhelm, ADHD, or emotional meltdowns is a full–hearted, full–time mission. And while there’s …

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    The Reading Corner: New Kids’ Books Celebrate Unique Brains & Break Gender Stereotypes!

    by LukeAdmin August 22, 2025
    August 22, 2025

    By Jessica Sanford Two new page turners for our little book lovers. The more we read, the more we learn and the more we learn, the more understanding and tolerant …

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    Is Your Child Preoccupied with Sweet Foods? A Local Expert Explains

    by LukeAdmin August 22, 2025
    August 22, 2025

    By Alyssa Said, Redwood Wellbeing Why do some kids seem to think about sweets all the time, while others hardly give them a second thought? This difference often comes down …

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    Understanding PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) in Your Child

    by LukeAdmin July 6, 2025
    July 6, 2025

    By Leisa Pritchard, neurodiversity–affirming psychologist at The Heart & Mind Collective Pathological Demand Avoidance, also known as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (PDA), is a term gaining more attention, but it …

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    Central Coast Mums: Are We Drowning or Thriving in Modern Motherhood?

    by LukeAdmin June 19, 2025
    June 19, 2025

    by India Tarasin, central coast writer When I was young, the ‘successful image’ of a woman were characters straight out of rom–coms. It was Elle Woods completing a law degree …

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    Set Healthy Food Boundaries for Kids’ Wellbeing

    by LukeAdmin June 1, 2025
    June 1, 2025

    by Alyssa Said, Redwood Wellbeing Whether it’s staying up too late, playing games instead of helping with housework, or refusing to brush their teeth, kids often go for the choice …

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    How to Navigate Parenting Triggers and Emotions with Calm and Confidence

    by LukeAdmin April 26, 2025
    April 26, 2025

    By Alita Blanchard, Holistic Counsellor and Parent Coach Parenting brings up many intense feelings, a fierce protectiveness of our children and plenty of joy. And it can also awaken anger, …

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    Relocating With Children In Australia After Separation: What You Need to Know

    by LukeAdmin April 20, 2025
    April 20, 2025

    by mia Eddy, Paralegal, Orbell Family Lawyers Relocating with children after a separation or divorce is a common issue for separated parents and often a complex and emotionally charged decision. …

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    Supporting Children with School Refusal: Strategies for Parents

    by LukeAdmin December 7, 2024
    December 7, 2024

    By leanne brooke, psychologist at heart & mind collective For most families, getting off to school in the morning is a flurry of activity. Grabbing lunches off kitchen benches, racing …

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    Overcoming Reading Reluctance: Strategies for Parents to Help Their Children Embrace Books

    by LukeAdmin October 7, 2024
    October 7, 2024

    by dr nicholas altuneg, Behavioural Optometrist As parents, we dream of our children losing themselves in captivating stories and expanding their horizons through books. But what if your child shies …

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Published bi-monthly and crafted especially for the vibrant families that call this place home. Rooted in a mission to inspire, On the Coast Families aims to empower and uplift its readers, offering invaluable resources and insights for flourishing family lives.

Born in 2002 as 'Kidz on the Coast', thanks to overwhelming support from the Central Coast community, On the Coast Families has evolved into more than just a magazine—it's a movement.

Boasting a rich tapestry of local gurus, the magazine delivers enlightening tips for living a balanced, healthy life on the Coast. Whilst highlighting the latest happenings and events in the area.

From Umina to Lake Munmorah, make On the Coast Families your go-to guide for thriving on the Central Coast.

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