For Mums Archives

New wholistic beauty approach

11/05/2023

It’s neither a secret nor a surprise that the beauty industry can be, well, superficial – not to mention painful. But one Sydney practice is on a mission to change all this through the use of deep plastic facial massages to give women their confidence at an affordable, and pain-free, way. Based in the heart of the CBD, Molecule Beauty, run by Liudmila, is a boutique beauty practice focused on advanced facials and holistic sculpting and lifting face massages. “I felt that the beauty industry lacked heart and honesty in environments that felt clinical, judgemental, un-relaxing and old-fashioned,” explains Liudmila….

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For Mums, Inspiration

The 7 Best Places In The Eastern Suburbs To Celebrate Mother’s Day 2023

09/05/2023

Mother’s Day is a special occasion for families to celebrate and honour the maternal figures in their lives. As such, we’ve prepared a list of our favourite places to spend time with family in the Eastern Suburbs. From beaches to parks to cafes, we have options to accommodate all mums, so you can be sure to find the perfect pick for your family. Bondi Beach Bondi Beach is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The beach offers plenty of space to relax and enjoy the sunshine with mum, and there are also plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby….

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For Mums, Inspiration

12 Tips for Travelling to the Airport with Kids

09/05/2023

Nothing signals the need for a holiday more than becoming parents. During those sleepless nights with a newborn or getting through endless mountains of laundry, you dream of any kind of getaway that involves a pool and a cocktail. However after booking that trip your mind wanders to the logistics – how will I actually get us out the door and onto that plane? I’ve rounded up our 12 tips for travelling to the airport with kids that Ladies Running Errands have picked up along the way whilst transporting thousands of families to and from the airport. You can find…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Mondays Local Mum, Lauren Gray

08/05/2023

Hey there! I’m Lauren Gray, a newborn and family portrait photographer based in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. My partner, Rob Gray, who is also a photographer and I grew up in the east and can’t ever see us leaving this beautiful place. I’m also a proud mum of two young children who keep us on my toes and constantly learning. I’ve been a photographer since 2010 and have always been drawn to capturing the playfulness of children. Their candid and wild ways never cease to amaze me, as they always show up as their authentic selves. When it comes…

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Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

National walk to school day, Friday 19 May 2023

07/05/2023

Primary school aged children across Australia will make those important steps towards a healthier future by participating in National Walk Safely to School Day on Friday 19 May 2023. Please save the date and get involved. This May will mark the 24th anniversary of National Walk Safely to School Day. Championed by the Pedestrian Council Australia, the initiative aims to raise awareness of the health, road safety, transport and environmental benefits that regular walking, or alternative active transport (especially to and from school) can provide for the long term well-being of our children, not just on 19 May, but every…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids

Benefits of Jiu Jitsu Training for Kids

06/05/2023

Jiu-Jitsu is a form of martial arts that originated in Japan and was later developed in Brazil. It is a highly effective system of self-defense that focuses on grappling techniques and submission holds to subdue opponents. Jiu-Jitsu has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason – it offers a wide range of benefits for people of all ages and abilities. If you’re looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or just try something new, joining our SJJAZETLAND Jiu-Jitsu Academy can be an excellent decision. Here are just a few of the many benefits that you can expect…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Anna Murray

01/05/2023

Hi, I’m Anna and I have a passion for capturing weddings, families and celebrations. I grew up in Crimea and travelled the world since I was 16 years old studying art and photography in Seattle. Ohio, Kiev and Sydney. My work was published in magazines in Ukraine capturing celebrities for magazine covers. I quickly found myself in advertising for several years and finally found my true passion in capturing what I value the most: family, authentic connection, joy and adventure. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I moved to Sydney 8 years ago from Kiev, Ukraine…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, Parenting

5 signs that your child may benefit from a psychological assessment

01/05/2023

Eastside Psychology Clinic, conveniently located in Liverpool St Darlinghurst, is a private psychology practice that specialises in assessing children for a range of cognitive, developmental and psychological difficulties. Owner and Psychologist, Isabella Jacomb, has a Masters in Clinical Neuropsychology and has extensive experience in providing comprehensive psychological assessments to children. A psychological assessment can formally evaluate whether your child may meet diagnostic criteria for a diagnosable disorders such as Specific Learning Disorder (e.g. Dyslexia) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It also gives a better understanding of a child’s cognitive and learning profile and allows teachers to better support them. A psychological…

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Business & Career, Kids

HSC Help: manage ChatGPT and other online AI tools

30/04/2023

Waverley Library is hosting an event that can help children successfully manage ChatGPT and other online AI tools. Join educator and lecturer Mohan Dhall and learn how to manage ChatGPT and other online AI tools. ChatGPT is a form of artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning system, that can generate complete responses to homework questions, assessments and essay topics with just a prompt or question typed into it. What ChatGPT used for? ‘ChatGPT is a language model capable of a multitude of tasks including answering questions, compiling lists, generating paragraphs of text and writing computer codes across multiple computing languages’….

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Food, Inspiration

How to Get Out of the Boring Cooking Routine As a Parent

29/04/2023

As someone who has been cooking for a while, I know first-hand how easy it is to fall into a boring routine of making the same dishes over and over again. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut, but there are ways to get out of it and make cooking fun and exciting again – you can even involve the kids! Experiment with new ingredients and flavours One of the best ways to break out of a cooking rut is to experiment with new ingredients and flavours. This can be as simple as trying a new spice or herb,…

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