Being a parent can sometimes be a tough gig! Just as we think we have a handle on where our kids are at, there is a new development to get used to and new parenting skills required. While friends can often be a great source of encouragement and help, there are many helpful parenting resources that can provide information, guidance and encouragement.
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Winter play ideas
Winter can be a hard season to keep little ones entertained with so many rainy days and indoor time. Here are a few winter play ideas to entertain your toddler. Continue reading “Winter play ideas”
Reading to children
Reading to your children can be a lovely bonding experience, and has so many positive benefits for their development. There is a saying that goes, ‘there’s no app to replace a parent’s lap’. Continue reading “Reading to children”
When things don’t go to plan
One thing I have learnt through the journey of motherhood is that things don’t always go to plan. Continue reading “When things don’t go to plan”
How Do We Show Children They Are Enough?
My one word for this year is ‘enough’. As I was writing the post about my one word for the year, I pondered how it’s a great word for children as well. Children need to know that they are enough, just as they are. That nothing they can do, or not do, could make you love them any more or any less than you love them already. We need to show children they are enough just as they are. Continue reading “How Do We Show Children They Are Enough?”
Do kids really learn by doing?
I parented in an era when letting kids ‘learn by doing’ ruled. When I measure my parenting by this mantra, I failed. I had one child, and she liked doing things with me. She liked me to show her how to do things, so I did. Continue reading “Do kids really learn by doing?”
Problem or opportunity for growth?
Life presents us with challenge after challenge. Some days I feel strong and resilient in the face of these challenges. Other days knock me down. I’m guessing you have experienced the same. The draw is to give up, stay in a negative mindset and play the victim. I am working on a shift in my language. I recognise that growth opportunities are embedded in every challenge in life. Problem or opportunity for growth. Which holds more hope? Continue reading “Problem or opportunity for growth?”
Mothers’ Day
It’s no secret that at MOPS we love mums! This Mothers’ Day let’s celebrate the awesome mums and mother figures in your circle. Continue reading “Mothers’ Day”
Anzac Day
ANZAC stands for Australian New Zealand Army Corp. On the 25th of April 1915, soldiers from Australia and New Zealand formed part of the WWI allied expedition attempting to capture the Gallipoli peninsula. They thereafter became known as the Anzacs. Continue reading “Anzac Day”
Surviving the tough stuff of love
We often go through different seasons as we grow and get older. Along with those seasons comes surviving the tough stuff of love. This can be hard when for some of us we are doing just that, surviving. Continue reading “Surviving the tough stuff of love”