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

Parenting Tips for Toddlers | Lessons I’ve Learned the Hard Way

Parenting Tips for Toddlers | Lessons I’ve Learned the Hard Way
You learn so much when you become a parent. Sometimes you get things right the first time but more often you learn by getting it wrong. And I have got so much wrong. In this… View Post

What Does Sleep Deprivation Actually do to You?

What Does Sleep Deprivation Actually do to You?
I suffered an awful migraine last night. It’s no surprise. I’ve had so little sleep lately and have been eating terribly. For a couple of years, I have been migraine-free but I think my body… View Post

Does Sleep Training Make a Difference?

Does Sleep Training Make a Difference?
Dear sleep thieves, I have recently been questioning the effectiveness of sleep training. Frankly, there has not been enough undisturbed sleep in our house of late. I am increasingly sleep-deprived as the days wear on… View Post

The Case Against Overscheduling | Why Doing Less is Beneficial for Kids

The Case Against Overscheduling | Why Doing Less is Beneficial for Kids
It’s school holiday time here in Sydney. I used to look at my diary for the upcoming couple of weeks and plan out exactly what we would do on each day of the break. No… View Post