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Why Stress Management is a Vital Way to Protect Your Heart Health

October 8, 2024

Virtually all mothers have experienced stress at one point or another—a feeling of tension that can make you feel frustrated or angry, and sometimes unable to calm yourself down. Occasional stress is typical and harmless, but when it becomes chronic, it can unleash a host of physiological and psychological responses that can damage your heart. High-stress levels, for instance, are linked to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Stress is officially recognised as a leading risk factor for heart disease—which is one of the biggest causes of mortality in Australia, alongside poor nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive alcohol use, and smoking….

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Jess Innes

October 7, 2024

Hello Eastern Suburbs Mums! My name is Jess Innes and I’m a local mum and business owner. I am the founding director of 100% Dance which is home to a children’s dance studio, pre-professional training program, talent agency and entertainment company. After 17 years of teaching local kids to dance, I am so lucky to have had my very own tiny dancer – My daughter Aurelia is about to turn one and I am absolutely loving being a mum! Pop into the 100% Dance studio in Charing Cross and say g’day as I love connecting with other local families in…

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Family, Parenting

Effective Parenting for teens and family wellbeing

October 5, 2024

This seminar is designed for parents and carers who want practical information and strategies for effective communication and healthy relationships with their teen or pre-teen (ages 10 – 17), and to better understand and manage adolescent behaviour. The seminar will be led by clinical psychologists Luke Cox and Dr Terri Said, CEO, WAYS Youth and Family. Topics include the adolescent brain and communication, tips for managing conflict and anger, building resilience and managing technology. Location: Waverley Library Theatrette, Level 1 Waverley Library 32-48 Denison Street Bondi Junction, NSW 2022 Date and time: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 6:00 PM – 7:30…

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Food, School holidays

BABYBEL UNVEILS WINNING WAX SCULPTURE CREATED FROM 20,000 BABYBEL WAX COVERINGS

October 1, 2024

Today, iconic international cheese brand Babybel begins its showcase of the winning wax sculpture from its inaugural Babybel Wax Challenge at popular Sydney shopping centre, Westfield Bondi Junction. Earlier in the year, the brand launched a nation-wide search to find Australia’s top amateur creatives by inviting consumers to use the famous red wax coverings of Babybel cheese to craft miniature sculptures, with the chance of winning one of several Westfield vouchers and having their creation showcased for a week at the flagship outlet. Babybel received numerous entries from all over Australia from people of all ages and different levels of…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Matina Moutzouris

September 30, 2024

After working and travelling around the world as a costume and theatre designer for 15 years, I needed a change. As a result, I decided to open the Hunt 4 Hope Op Shop in 2018. 100% of our profits go to Huntington’s Australia who help families and those affected by Huntington’s Disease. As well as consciously providing affordable secondhand goods and customer service to cater for all socio-economic needs, the shop has become a community space where people feel safe and enjoy the ambient and colourful environment and this gives me joy.  My daily motivation is knowing I am making…

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Family, Kids

Simple Birthday Treat Ideas for Hosting Happy Guests

September 29, 2024

Birthdays are unique because they celebrate the individual and create lasting memories. Whether it’s for a family member or a friend , a surprise can make a birthday unforgettable. From meaningful gestures to grand parties, here are some birthday surprise ideas to help you plan an extraordinary day.  The birthday parties are all about good company, fun games, and lots of presents. But there’s one more thing that’s really important for a great party, no matter how old the guests are: the food. Feeding a big group of people on a budget can be hard. So, we’ve put together a…

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Health & Wellbeing

Power up your life, mind and body with quick daily habits

September 27, 2024

The weight of life can lower one’s mood and general outlook on everything around us. This can create a negative spiral of depression, lethargy and moodiness. According to Elizabeth Jane, it is important to remember that while difficult things happen to us from time to time, these things don’t reflect who we are. These things are transient and we move past them. The important thing is to learn from these challenges and ensure that we are making an effort to keep ourselves uplifted and positive. This can be challenging when you are feeling flat, but there are some quick and…

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Babies, Health & Wellbeing

A Simple Guide on Prenatal Pilates: The Whats and Hows

September 23, 2024

Anticipating the arrival of a baby stirs up a mix of feelings and adjustments in life rhythms. Engaging in Pilates sessions is an effective approach to staying fit and healthy while eating. This form of exercise brings about advantages such as enhanced flexibility, strength, and a sense of calmness. The following manual explores the essence of Pilates and suggests ways to include it in a pregnancy regimen.  What is Prenatal Pilates? Prenatal Pilates offers a customised Pilates experience tailored to mothers’ needs and constraints during pregnancy. It helps them improve core strength and posture while promoting a sense of calmness…

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Food

About Manettas Seafood Market: Fresh Seafood Delivered to Door

September 19, 2024

Who are we? Manettas Seafood is an online and interactive seafood market that provides access to the freshness and variety of seafood at the comfort of your home. We believe that time constraints should not be the reason why you sacrifice on high quality nutritious ingredients that you deserve. With Manettas, you can now order fresh seafood, premium quality meats, deli products and fresh produce delivered to your door. Convenience is our top priority when we deliver to our community and we are driven to create a hassle-free experience for our customers. Our simple 2 step process   At Manettas, freshness…

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For Mums, Kids, What to do

Spark in the Park: Fairies (for ages 0-5 years)

September 19, 2024

Bring along a picnic blanket and join us outdoors for lots of fun, stories, songs and playtime for children 0-5 years of age. This month’s theme is Fairies. We will read fairy tales, have a fairy treasure hunt and to dress up as fairies! When: WED 2 OCT 2024 10.30 am – 11.30 am Location: Randwick Community Centre, 27 Munda Street, Randwick Cost: Free Bookings: Bookings are essential online (open approx. one month prior to the event), subject to Terms and Conditions listed below. More Information: The event is weather permitting and may be cancelled at short notice due to inclement…

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