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8 WAYS TO CREATE A ZERO-WASTE LIFESTYLE FOR YOUR FAMILY
Written by Lucy Hall Becoming a zero-waste family can be overwhelming, and many of us give up before even starting. An eco-friendly way of life not only benefits nature, but it also brings family members closer together and teaches responsibility. Transforming daily life may appear difficult, but minor changes eventually result in significant changes. These practices will help to reduce your family’s environmental impact while also cultivating in children the values of mindfulness and sustainability. To Get Started, You Really Need To Begin With Education Educate your family about how much waste you all produce, what can be recycled, and what can be up-cycled. Talk about the need to reduce…
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THE SECRET TO RAISING EARTH-LOVING KIDS
Written by Lucy Hall At a time when environmental issues have gained the most limelight, instilling a love for nature in our children is one of the most essential gifts any human being can give to his or her child. As parents, we have the unique chance to influence how the next generation views the planet. The foundation of this journey is established at home, where morals are instilled in every discussion. We are fostering an appreciation for the environment, which we hope will contribute to a brighter and more sustainable future. Perhaps one of the best ways to raise environmentally conscious kids is through modelling environmentally friendly behaviour.…
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EMBRACING SUSTAINABILITY TOGETHER
Written by Lucy Hall Modern life has demonstrated that the care of the planet is not a duty anymore, but is also a fantastic opportunity to bring families closer together. Being greener can become a bedrock of family life, inspiring bonding between each other and the Earth we love so much. Whether you’re taking baby steps into sustainability or are seasoned advocates for the environment, there are a lot of activities that can be both fun and educational for families to explore together. A Family Garden One of the most rewarding eco-friendly activities is to create a family garden. This will enhance not only your home’s aesthetics, but it will…
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AUGUST 2024 BOOK REVIEWS
Make it a rule never to give a child a book you would not read yourself – George Bernard Shaw
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WHAT IS CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE PREGNANCY CARE?
Written by Lucy Hall In a multicultural society like Australia, getting the right pregnancy care for yourself and your unborn child is not only important, it’s also needed. With a diverse range of cultures, finding the right care can be difficult. Culturally appropriate pregnancy care is a holistic approach, recognising and respecting the diversities of cultural background, beliefs and practices that pregnant women and their families represent. In order to make sure that the care provided is in line with each patient’s values and customs, this type of care focuses on the importance of understanding the cultural significance of pregnancy throughout different cultural groups. Health providers are able to enhance…
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WHAT IS DELAYED CORD CLAMPING?
Written by Lucy Hall The practice of not clamping and cutting the umbilical cord as soon as the baby is born is called delayed cord clamping or DCC. Clamping the cord within the first 15 to 30 seconds of delivery has long been standard procedure, but there is now growing evidence that, in certain situations, postponing this procedure can have numerous health advantages for both the mother and the newborn. How Does Delayed Cord Clamping Work? Throughout pregnancy the placenta plays an important role in feeding the developing baby by supplying oxygen and nutrition via the umbilical cord. Once a baby is born, the placenta continues to function for a…
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MICROBIOME DEVELOPMENT IN BABIES
Written by Lucy Hall The microbiome is a term we hear more and more, especially in relation to overall health and well-being. It refers to the community of trillions of microorganisms, bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes that live in and on the human body. Microorganisms play a critical role in digestion, immunity and even mental health. Part of what makes microbiome development so important for babies is that it lays the ground for their immune system and lifelong health. Understanding how the microbiome develops in infants can help parents make informed choices about childbirth, feeding and overall care. The Microbiome at Birth The baby starts developing a microbiome at…
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AUGUST 2024 TOY PICKS
OUR MONTHLY TOY PICKS JUST FOR YOU!
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PARENTING WITH GENTLE BOUNDARIES
Written by Lucy Hall The experience of raising toddlers can be both incredibly rewarding and difficult at the same time. To put it mildly, toddlers may be intimidating in the way they explore the world, push boundaries and express their independence. Establishing boundaries with toddlers doesn’t have to be harsh or threatening, even if it may seem overwhelming at first. In order to guide toddlers towards positive behaviour and healthy development, a growing number of parents are using strategies that centre on establishing firm yet soft boundaries. Why Setting Limits Is Important Helping your toddler understand the world around them and what is expected in their behaviour is a lot…
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INDEPENDENCE AND RESPONSIBILITY
Written by Lucy Hall Independence is an important milestone for a child’s emotional and social growth. A child’s self esteem develops when they begin to take on responsibility and get a sense of their abilities. As they gain independence, they learn to make decisions and accept the consequences of those decisions, which encourages critical thinking and problem solving skills. An empowered child that is able to act independently tends to be more resilient and is better at dealing with adversity, having learned to look out for themselves. Because they have learnt to rely on themselves, confront obstacles and come up with solutions, they are better able to deal with challenges…