By Dr Nicholas Altuneg In today’s digital age, where screens dominate both learning and leisure, a new concern is emerging among families and kids – the rise of Myopia, commonly …
Parenting
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Parenting
The Power of Planned Ignoring: Transforming Minor Annoyances into Parenting Wins
by LukeAdminBy Laura Hurstfield Do you find yourself in a constant parenting monologue of “don’t make that silly noise, don’t hit your brother, stop pulling faces at your sister”? Would your …
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By Laura Hurstfield As new parents you know to buy the socket covers, the cupboard locks, have the car seat professionally fitted. When they get older you make sure they …
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FamiliesParenting
Mastering the Art of Listening: Essential Steps for Parents and Everyone Else
by LukeAdminBy Alexandra Wilson (AMHSW; CSW; MAASW; BSW Usyd) Knowing how to be a good listener is a skill many people struggle with. Being a good listener requires practice and an …
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FamiliesHealth & WellbeingParenting
Creating Emotional Safety for Children: Understanding Behavior and Building Connections
by LukeAdminBy Alita Blanchard, Parent Coach Children need to feel emotionally safe, seen and soothed to feel secure. It seems obvious that this is what we want to provide for our …
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Parenting
Raising Boys: Navigating Emotions, Breaking Stereotypes, and Cultivating Authenticity
by LukeAdminBy Alita Alanchard, Parent Coach I am a mother of 3 boys – and it’s been the greatest growth journey of my life. Unpacking my stereotypes, learning to listen to …
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FamiliesHealth & WellbeingKidz on the CoastParenting
Unlocking Child Wellbeing: The Role of Nutrition in Managing Behaviour and Emotions
by LukeAdminBy Clare Marcangelo, Children’s Nutritionist School has returned, or for some children it has started for their very first term. This comes with so much excitement and nervousness, will my …
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Health & WellbeingParenting
Surviving the ‘Arsenic Hour’: Balancing Time Out and Time In for Central Coast Families
by LukeAdminBy Laura Hurstfield “Arsenic Hour” is the term used to describe the period between getting the kids home from school and getting them into bed. “Arsenic Hour” is the time …
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BabiesHealth & WellbeingParenting
The Miraculous Transformation: How Motherhood Reshapes the Brain
by LukeAdminBy Harriet Blannin–Ferguson, Midwife, Child and Family Health Graduate I think we can all agree that motherhood changes you! But you may not be aware of just how many physical …
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Health & WellbeingParenting
The Maddening Paradox of Motherhood: When Loving Deeply Meets Wanting to Escape
by LukeAdminBy Cathy Spooner I remember sobbing uncontrollably, wildly even, as I sat with all three of my babies in my arms. I felt deep pain that I was failing at …
