When I had my first son I heard briefly about baby massage and gave it a try once or twice, but wasn’t quite sure how to go about it so I gave up. Because I kept hearing about the benefits of massage for babies, however, I decided to take a baby massage course when my second son… {read more}
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{Rosie & Blue} Blue starts swimming lessons – Learning about courage
Blue is nervous about starting swimming lessons. Rosie shares what helped her when she was scared about going down the slide! Watch the latest episode of Rosie & Blue called “Blue starts swimming lessons” here:
Pop Up Clothing Shop for Those in Need
Acts of Kindness by Real Families is a series of short interviews featuring stories about service to others. Whether big or small, planned out or spontaneous, hearing about any act of kindness can inspire us to give more to those around us. It’s fun to find new ways to show kindness in our communities, and I hope you will… {read more}
Review: Milo, the Brave! (Story and Activity Book to Prepare for School)
Many children get anxious about starting school. Perhaps they are nervous about being with a lot of new children, spending the day without their parents, or just wonder what activities they will be asked to participate in. Whatever the reason, worry can be very stressful! Milo, the brave: I’m ready for school! is a lovely book that gently introduces… {read more}
{Rosie & Blue} Rosie wants a new toy – Learning about gratitude
Rosie wants a new toy, and Blue can empathise. He shares a technique for fighting the desire to want more, more, more! Watch the latest episode of Rosie & Blue called “Rosie wants a new toy” here:
10 Acts of Kindness for Childhood Cancer Patients (and Their Families)
“Your child has cancer.” Can you imagine? In February 2015, my friend Katey received the news that her 18 month old boy Finlay had stage 4 hepatoblastoma. Childhood Cancer Facts: (thanks to The Kids’ Cancer Project) -4 Families hear the words “Your child has cancer” every day -#1 Killer of Australian Kids from disease -The causes of Childhood Cancer… {read more}
Tips for Better School Holidays
Do you love school holidays? It’s awesome to spend more time with kids who are usually at school… but the change in the day-to-day schedule can sometimes feel a bit difficult as well (for adults and kids!). Routines are thrown out the window, the kids don’t see their friends every day, and mama has to go… {read more}
5 Activities to Learn about Kindness (Bucket Filler Resources)
Have You Filled a Bucket Today? A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids is a fun and effective introduction to what kindness is. Our family loves it so much that we use it at home and share it with friends all the time. A few months ago, my husband and I visited our sons’ classrooms (preschool and Grade… {read more}
