This question is on the top of many parents’ minds since we came out of the pandemic. What are the signs that my child needs help? What are the benefits of hiring a tutor? And what tutoring program is best? But before we tackle the big question ‘Does my child need tutoring?’, let us put the situation into perspective.
Date night… It’s a phrase that usually brings a smile to most people’s faces. After all, when you’ve been able to finally get the chance to spend that time together with your partner it helps you to reconnect. But what do you do when date night becomes a struggle because of work and family obligations? Don’t worry, Box’d Night In has shared 10 ideas for the perfect at-home date night for busy parents. These ideas are quick and easy to execute, and they won’t break the bank. Get ready to have some fun with your partner!
The start of the school year can sometimes send mums into a state of mixed emotions. Between the memories created and the desire to get them to school as fast as possible, there is always the juggle, pressure and mental load of all things school. From uniforms, to lunchboxes to other school mums and birthday parties; we have compiled the 33 tips for new school mums from the Australian School Mums community to help you get organized.
With the school year upon us it is easy to become overwhelmed with the number of items to buy. We also have to consider the brands that will stand the test of time lasting the school year. And if you are a first time school parent this can be even more daunting! We have done all the hard work for you – based on feedback in the Australian School Mums Community, we have gathered the ultimate back to school guide for you and your children where you will find everything you need for the school year. We know that costs can add up quickly so there are also some exclusive discounts for you to enjoy!
Rebecca Little is a proud Mama bear of three girls (including twins), entrepreneur, and ambassador for Share the Dignity, and manages an Instagram account followed by almost 50,000 women. To say that Christmas can get a little crazy isn’t far from the truth.
Rebecca shares how she manages to keep calm and create some memories during the festive season.
Leanne Baker is a self-prescribed lover of goal setting and lists. Originally a high-school maths teacher, Leanne is the *Queen* of domestic organisation and has built an online empire creating a range of beautifully designed planners and journals to help to keep your day (week and year) organised while reminding you to be kinder to yourself with a sprinkling of quotes and self-love antidotes. From cleaning checklists to meal planning, weekly timeslots for coordinating key dates and events, habit trackers monthly goal planning and more, these planners are bound to keep your week (and the rest of the family) in tip-top order.
So who better to share organisational tips on getting prepared for the ‘silly season’ than the Queen of domestic planning herself.
Did you know 9 out of 10 businesses in Australia are Small Businesses and 38% of all Small Businesses across Australia are led by women?
Yet women tend to have to balance more responsibilities, such as being the main caretakers of their children, increased household expectations plus systemic barriers. When women support each other, incredible things happen.
As the school year comes to an end and as Christmas looms closer, it is time to start to think about ways to thank the teachers that give so much of themselves to nurture and enrich our kids each day in the classroom and on the playground.
Fundraising for school has often been tainted with pies and chocolates. There is a strong movement to introduce eco-friendly and sustainable fundraising ideas for schools avoiding the pressure it either eat the entire box of chocolate ourselves or end up with a freezer full of pies. A truly sustainable fundraiser is one that promotes products that are not only kind to the planet but kind to family’s wallets! With the ‘cost of living’ increasing, it’s nice to not have to hand over money for products you don’t really need. I have discovered some great Eco-friendly and sustainable fundraisers that are good for our kids, great for the planet and kind to your wallet!
Hey parents, here’s a little note to share with your beautiful teens…
I could teach you content with my eyes closed. The textbook has all the answers if you need them. But what does that matter if your internal environment is clearly struggling. You won’t hear me, you definitely won’t remember anything and, to be honest, I can’t imagine you would care but I’ve come to know that learning does not, and will not happen, if you are not living in a healthy mind.
