A Year and a Half of You Being You

A Year and a Half of You Being You
Dear Thea, You turned 18 months old this week. As I reflect back on the last year-and-a-half of you in our lives, it all seems a bit hazy. I never intended on having three children… View Post

The Importance of Play | Why is it Such a Big Deal?

The Importance of Play | Why is it Such a Big Deal?
When I first started researching preschools for our eldest daughter, I was recommended one in our area by several people. At my initial visit, I walked into the preschool room and there was…silence. This seemed… View Post

Disciplining Children | My Experience with Managing Difficult Behaviour

Disciplining Children | My Experience with Managing Difficult Behaviour
Before I had children, I expected things – such as disciplining children – to come naturally once I had kids. In fact, I have found it is quite the opposite. When it comes to disciplining… View Post

Is This Motherhood?

Is This Motherhood?
Each week I post on this blog about the experience of being a mum, ways to alleviate the stress of parenthood or how to improve family life. This week I feel like an imposter. It… View Post

Superglue mum

Superglue mum
“She broke my special thing!” wails a child as I’m handed a lopsided Tinkerbell with a broken leg. “Don’t worry. I can glue it for you.” Decrepit toys, broken handles of beloved mugs, worn-out slippers;… View Post