Conversations about relationships, dating, and intimacy need to start early (probably around the age of eight years). These chats need to happen so we can educate our children about how to have healthy relationships. So how do you broach the subject? Chat with them about things like; The purpose of dating How old you both …
A beautiful girl. A beautiful dress. Vows lovingly declared in a lush garden by a tranquil lagoon.
Then a lunch Reception on the water. Words are spoken into a microphone, toasting the Bridesmaids, reminiscing with the groomsmen… but as the groom thanked his mother, a thousand unspoken words passed between them. A gentle ‘nod’ and they both knew. There was so much more said in that moment than just a polite ‘thanks a bunch for feeding me and waking me up for school.’
Scenarios like this are so very common in young people’s lives: Georgina is chatting on messenger to her girlfriends after school. She gets a message from another girl which says, “I thought you were my friend but all you are is a b****”. Georgina replies with a few more choice words and things go back …
When it comes to our day-to-day – it’s easy to get lost – lost in what we’re doing later, what we’re stressed or angry about – in our smart phones and social media. Learning new ways of managing difficulties can be useful for all of us, regardless of the life stage or the situation we …
Stress. For most of us, that word sends a shudder down our spine, and why wouldn’t it? Who wants to be under stress all the time? And that’s what it feels like for a lot of us, so what is it? Well, it’s a state of mental or emotional strain or tension, and my dictionary …
The daddy who posted a video online, featuring himself on a date with his three year old daughter was in Australia recently as the Dads4Kids ‘Treasure Your Children’ Father’s Days Tour 2014 Ambassador, to pass on his tips on how to be a good dad.
Recently a cab driver asked me a question. “When I go home after my shift, what’s the one thing I should do with my kids?” I responded “The most important thing you can do for your kids is to love them. And show that you love them by giving them your best self, and your …
I confess – I love this time of year, spring has arrived, footy finals are upon us and so is Father’s Day. That one day of the year where you can officially be honoured and spoilt for being Dad (+ get some more socks and undies) and honour the men who have a Fathering role in your own life.
This week, I’m getting a real taste of life as a family in the 21st Century. Because this week, I’m bringing home the bacon (so to speak) and my husband is cooking it. And I’m loving it!
