It happened over pancakes. My daughter, eight years old, syrup on her chin, hair a mess, asked, “Mum, when do I get boobs?” Cue choking on my tea.…
If you’ve ever praised your kid for being “so smart” after they crushed a puzzle… Or muttered “You’re so clumsy” when they tripped over the dog for the…
How do we foster creativity in our children and in our parenting? Both require space and time. We all need ample time and a sense of abundant space…
The evidence is in: children who have a close bond with their parents, or primary caregivers, are more likely to have improved brain development. Find out the importance…
It’s a child’s natural response to protest against our parental demands (on their time, space, behaviour, activities, etc.). But a child’s protests are all part of their development.…
My Food Bag’s Cecilia Robinson has used creative thinking to build multiple businesses, and become one of New Zealand’s most successful business women. Cecilia gives us her thoughts…
The last few weeks I’ve been working and playing a lot with families who have young children. Often the parent’s ask me questions along the lines of, “how…
At 4 years, my youngest child William would draw the most elaborate pictures. He would draw cars with steering wheels, wing mirrors, and indicators. I admired William’s confidence to…