Children Archives

Which breast pump is right for me and my baby? (2024 version)

Whether you have never used a breast pump before or need a new one, the market is flooded with different brands and types … it can feel a little overwhelming. If you’re new to the baby business, you might wonder...

Children

Best tween skin care products to buy in Australia

It is a sad day when our perfect skinned cherubs start to get the odd blemish on their faces, especially when they are not yet teenagers. But sadly, it is part and parcel of growing up. All we can do...

Children

Child ear piercing: What to consider

Child ear piercing is a decision that many parents face. Your little one wants to get his or her ears pierced so you have to decide whether to say ‘yes’ or ‘no’. Suddenly you’re looking at child’s ears everywhere to...

Shopping

Eco friendly disposable nappies: Best and cheapest in Australia

Short of letting your child poo in the flowerbed, there is no genuine environmentally friendly way to keep them rear-end secure before they learn to use a potty or the toilet. But you can make the ecologically sound choice to...

Money

7 Pocket money apps for kids and parents in Australia 2024

How you do pocket money with your kids is a personal thing. But sometimes this gleeful little allowance can get a tad complicated. I speak from experience! If you’d like an easy way to keep yourself and your child on...

Children

10 Fun ways to practice gratitude with children

Practicing gratitude is a healthy habit whatever your age. If you’ve not tried it yet, I promise you, it feels good to give thanks for the good stuff happening in your world. For this reason, it’s a great habit to...

Children

My tips to get teenagers out of bed in the morning

<!– wp:group {“className”:” What is it with parenting? When our kids are young we’re forever trying to get them to sleep. Then, they becomes teens, and it’s impossible to get them out of bed! I am not alone as an...

Household

8 Persuasive ways to get your child to tidy their bedroom

Getting our kids to tidy their bedrooms is a thankless task that can cause friction in the most peaceful of homes. I have two teenage girls and if you also have girls, you will understand my struggles without me saying...

Children

Supervised driving with an L plater: Tips from a parent

If you are a parent of a teenager on a mission to get their driving license in Australia, then you are faced with a huge task. That is 100 hours of supervised driving with your L plater. Yes, just as...