How Being a Mum Can Pump Up Your Résumé
Motherhood is amazing, right? But, according to ABC writer Jess Ong, it’s also one of the most challenging, isolating, and undervalued roles in society. And…
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The 5 Things That Harm Marriage the Most
Personal Reflections on Marriage I’ve just finished reading a book called Get Married by University of Virginia sociologist – and lead researcher on The National…
Dysregulated & Dangerous
Parenting defiant teens can be a challenging experience for families, often leaving parents feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and alone. As teens seek independence, behaviours like rebellion and…
The Power of ‘School Belonging’
What is School Belonging? School belonging, also known as school connectedness, is like being part of a club where you feel good about school, like…
Our Phones Are Wrecking Us
The Case Against Screens for Young Children I’ve always been part of the anti-screen choir for younger kids. Moreover, my views on what’s happening with…
Bad Influence of Influencers
In today’s digital age, social media influencers play a significant role in shaping the interests and aspirations of young people. For parents, this influence can…
Enough: Overcoming Anxiety, Perfectionism, & Self Loathing
The Growing Crisis of Anxiety and Perfectionism Comparison. Competition. The perpetual feeling that “I’m not enough”. Something is happening to many of our kids. It’s…
Overcoming Perfectionism: Helping Kids Thrive by Embracing Imperfection
If you’ve found yourself thinking, “My child is a perfectionist,” you’re not alone. Understanding the roots of perfectionism and how it differs from healthy striving can be…
3 Things Parents Need to Know About Schoolies
Your Grade 12 school-leaver might be hassling you right now. Schoolies Week is coming up later this year. Bookings need to be made. Commitments need…
Understanding Teen Entitlement: How to Encourage Responsibility in Your Teen
Inside the Brain of Your Teenage Boy Teen entitlement can be a significant challenge for parents. Kate, a mother of a capable 16-year-old boy, reached…
Understanding Fairness in Children: A Guide for Parents
“It’s Not Fair!” Navigating the complexities of fairness can be a challenging aspect of parenting, especially when children develop a strong sense of what is…
Pornography-Proofing Your Kids
Explicit Content Harms Children In today’s digital landscape, explicit content is pervasive, posing significant risks to our children. With nearly half of children aged 9…
How Mindset Impacts Academic Achievement
Carol Dweck’s “Mindset” work is well known across the education landscape. It is championed by everyone who wants to encourage “trying”, and is built on…
Classroom Hacks for Motivated Students
Motivating high school students is a challenge for many teachers. 208 high school students in 41 science classes over a 6-week period reported on their…
How To Solve “First Dibs”
Siblings fight. They want to go first. They want the bigger piece. They want to choose the music. They want… what they want! “Scissors, paper,…
Co-Ed or Same-Gender Education?
Choosing a school is a significant decision for many parents, particularly when weighing co-educational versus single-sex options. In Australia, while both models are available through…