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There are many ways to parent after separation. We cover all of them! Shared parenting, solo parenting or navigating a blended family if you have re-partnered. Find all things for children of separation, alongside educational resources, and support for your kids.

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Shared parenting

A Single Mum’s Ultimate Guide to Stress-Free Child Handover

Handing over the kids between homes after a separation? Yeah, it’s not always easy. Emotions can run high, and I’m sure you already know that sometimes the tension is thick enough to cut with a knife. But here’s the thing:...

Children

7 Helpful suggestions to co-parent your baby

Co-parenting with a baby is a challenging and demanding experience for a new parent. Unlike co-parenting with an older child, a baby requires constant care, attention, and support. From feeding and changing to soothing and nurturing, co-parenting a baby demands...

Children

The pros and cons of hiring teenage babysitters

If you’re searching for someone to care for your children so you can have the odd night (or day) out, you might be considering teenage babysitters. Many people hire teenagers for this caregiving role, which can be a great option....

Children

How to find the best kid’s bank account Australia 2023

As parents, we all want the best for our children, including teaching them financial responsibility from a young age. If only they had taught this stuff at school! One of the best ways to help a child find their financial...

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How to get your child to stop sleeping in your bed

As a Baby Sleep Specialist, I get asked ‘Why won’t my child sleep in their bed?’ on a very regular basis. So if you are asking this question, rest assured you are not alone. I will talk you through the...

Travel

Camping with kids: How to avoid disaster and have a great time

Camping with kids is a brilliant way for your family to spend quality bonding time with each other. Aside from being an affordable short getaway, camping is a great way to instil your kids with quality life skills and lessons....

Children

Healthy habits to help your child manage their sweet tooth

Did you know kids love sweet treats because they have more tastebuds than adults? For this reason, it is crucial to help your child manage their sweet tooth with healthy habits they can adopt for a lifetime. It makes perfect...

Children

How to keep young kids entertained on flights

Air travel can be a daunting experience for anyone, but it can be particularly challenging for parents of young children. I know from experience that keeping kids entertained on flights can seem impossible. However, with a little planning and creativity,...

Children

10 Sneaky ways to get your kids to eat healthy food

You don’t have to look far to find a TV programme or online article telling us our kids are overweight and generally unhealthy. With technology making the world move faster and our kids move slower, parents seem to be pushing...

Children

4 Benefits of sensory play for a child’s emotional development

Our five senses, such as hearing, smelling, seeing, tasting, and touching, help to interpret or perceive the world around us. For children, it’s important in their development and learning to use their senses. A cognitive theory supports how children gather...