Podcast: Purple Wiggle John Pearce Talks Fatherhood
John Pearce, known to many as one of the Purple Wiggles, has spent years entertaining and educating children through song and movement. But today, we’re diving into his most personal role yet – fatherhood! In this episode we talk about what it’s been like adjusting to life with an infant, balancing a demanding touring schedule, […]
Podcast: Ben Alexander’s journey beyond the game
In this episode we dive into Ben’s journey, from life on the rugby field to life after footy – and how becoming a father to three daughters has reshaped his perspective on success, balance, and what it really means to be a role model. We also hear about the powerful work he’s doing now through […]
Family Dinner Connections
Connecting as a family is important to help your child feel a sense of belonging, safety and that their voice is heard. Family dinners are a great way to regularly check in with one another, connect with no devices, and set allocated time aside to spend together. To make family dinners a time for meaningful […]
Helping your child to self-reflect
Self-reflection is a vital skill that helps children develop self-awareness, understand their emotions, and make more informed decisions. Teaching children to self-reflect gives them tools to understand themselves and build resilience, empathy, and emotional intelligence. Here are six tips to introduce self-reflection techniques to children: Lead by example Children learn best by example, so modelling […]
How to support your children through separation
Supporting children through a separation is a top priority to ensure their wellbeing. Separating from your partner can be an emotional time. In families with children, the separation of parents can be particularly hard on the children, so it’s important to keep their best interests at heart through the journey that follows. What you can […]
What makes strong families?
Providing a strong foundation of safety and security, followed by consistent warmth, care and attention strengthens family bonds. When there are challenges to be faced, overcoming them will only reinforce the foundation, rather than destroy it. So, what are the practical steps to reinforcing your family’s wellbeing and ability to weather the storms? Communication –make […]
Make reading time fun with your child
From a young age reading has a profound impact on a child’s development, social skills and language. When fathers read to their children it also provides valuable bonding time to strengthen your relationship with your child. Research has found that fathers who read to their children at age two had predicted better language development at […]
Cooking with Cameron: Simple coconut and cashew lamb
A quick and easy dinner recipe for the family. Sometimes making your own sauce is just too much effort. Tonight’s recipe is using a pre-made sauce from a brand called “world curries.’ This is the first time I have used this brand and will go back again! The spice ‘temp level’ guide was accurate. The […]
Cooking with Cameron: Sticky sesame chicken
Another favourite chinese inspired meal. Quick and easy, super tasty and the family will love it! Serves 4 Ingredients 500g Chicken stir fry cuts – cut in half ½ white onion – finely sliced ½ red Capsicum – finely slice Broccolini – heads 1/3 cup rice flour 1 tsp onion powder 2 teaspoon sesame oil […]
Self-discipline for older children
As children grow and come into their teenage years, the process of setting boundaries evolves. Parenting a teenager requires a delicate balance between giving them enough guidance and boundaries to ensure they learn to make healthy choices while giving them the freedom to have-a-go on their own. Also, telling a child that you trust them […]
Dad-proof tip: Determine your family values
Family values form the foundation for children to understand right from wrong and to make independent good decisions when you are not there to guide them. This becomes especially important when your child moves into their teen years. Your family values define what you, as a family, think is important, what is good and how […]
Cooking with Cameron: Shortbread for Christmas
Shortbread is a family favourite for many and something that’s easy to make. As we head into the festive season it’s a great recipe to try together with the kids. So get into it and have a crack. Ingredients 225g plain flour 115g rice flour 115g caster sugar 225g butter (room Temp) Method In a […]