Be you and everything that entails. Wear the things (and don’t wear the other things) that align with you. It doesn’t matter what ‘They’ say (and who really is ‘They’ anyway!!), if it fits you, it feels comfortable, you feel confident and blissed out and like you are rocking it – then wear it!!!!! A …
There’s nothing more heartbreaking than when your kids are sick or hurt and end up in hospital. Some time back, Miss V spent four days in hospital as she was very unwell so I thought I would share some ideas and tips that you may find helpful for a successful hospital stay. Try to stay …
Drop the “should” – it’s no good!!!! When you hear yourself thinking or saying “I should do xyz” this means that you are applying someone else’s expectations onto yourself. These external influences could be from ‘society’, your upbringing and old limiting beliefs and thought patterns that no longer serve you. “Should” means you are doing …
Moving house when you have little ones can be a stressful time. People often underestimate the amount of stress it causes in the children as well. Even moving the layout of a room in your house can cause upset. This is due to it upsetting your little ones sense of safety, security and ‘anchor points’ …
Sensory issues and autism can make some experiences overwhelming – haircuts being one of them! Think of all the elements that go into getting a haircut – the loud hairdryers, bright lights, product smells, fabric of cape, new people etc. It’s a lot! It’s a lot for any young child! A while back I was …
Who says you have to work 9-5 Monday to Friday and only have 2 days off??!! Why should your children go to school 5 full days a week? Who said?! If that works for you and lights you up – fantastic! Keep doing it! If not, make the change! Ask for 4 longer days at …
This is a topic that sparks debate! Technology or no technology? How much? At what age? The trick is in the balance and there is a lot to factor in. Staunch ‘montessorians’ will stand by the belief that children under 3 should have no technology at all, and very limited from 3-6 years old. Other …
Not all blog posts are long! Here’s a quick life hack: Simply turn negative statements into positive ones! Easy as that! ❌ sorry I’m late Turns into ✅ thanks for waiting for me! ❌sorry I kept you waiting ✅ thanks for being patient Or for the kids: ❌stop running in the house ✅ walk inside …
In our household we always turn to natural alternatives first. Medications and the healthcare system absolutely have their place but for us they are not our number one go to. We utilise healthy organic eating, movement (walks, bike riding, hiking, yoga etc), probiotics, supplements via our naturopath, regular chiropractic care, acupuncture for me and using …
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Autism and camping isn’t always a match made in heaven, sometimes due to sensory issues it can take some background work and preparation to get it to work successfully. Miss V (aged 3) wanted to go camping however she has significant sensory issues to lots of things involved in the camping experience including rustley fabrics …
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