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Parenting

Raising Your Children the Low-Plastic Way

Raising kids comes with a lot of stuff, right? Whether it’s snacks, toys, clothes, or school supplies, you need to buy a lot, and it’s fair to say that most of it comes wrapped in plastic too, so you might be thinking that leading a low-plastic life when you have young children is an impossible ask, but you know what? It is doable, and it doesn’t have to be that hard, and what’s more, you do not have to be perfect at it to have a positive impact.  So, if you want to create a home environment that’s healthier for…

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Parenting

How to Make Weeknight Dinners Easier Without Relying on Takeaway

Weeknight dinners can quickly become one of the most stressful parts of the day. Between school pickups, after-school activities, work and everything else that comes with family life, figuring out what to cook (and finding the time to do it) often feels like one task too many. It is no surprise that many families fall back on takeaway when things get busy. While convenient, it is not always the best option when you are trying to keep meals balanced, consistent and suitable for the whole family. For many Sydney households looking for a more manageable alternative, options like meal delivery…

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Babies, Maternity, Pregnancy & Birth

Mother’s Day with Mummy’s Whispers 

In the quiet, often unseen moments of motherhood, true luxury is not found in material things but in time, rest, and the feeling of being deeply supported. This Mother’s Day, Mummy’s Whispers invites you to gift something truly meaningful: a sense of calm, expert care, and the space for a mother to simply exhale. Renowned across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, Mummy’s Whispers offers a discreet and highly personalised approach to maternity and newborn care. We understand that every family is unique, and so our services are thoughtfully tailored to reflect your home, your values, and your lifestyle. Our team of experienced,…

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Free, Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Darling Harbour Playground: A Must-Visit Family Destination in Sydney

If you’re looking for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for the kids, the Darling Harbour Playground is one of Sydney’s ultimate family destinations. Perfect for children of all ages, this vibrant and imaginative space offers hours of outdoor fun right in the heart of the city. Designed to spark creativity and encourage active play, the playground is packed with exciting features that invite kids to climb, slide, swing and explore. Whether your little ones love water play, adventurous climbing or simply running free, there’s something here to keep them entertained all day long. One of the biggest highlights is the interactive water…

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Kids, School holidays, Sports

Parent & Child Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Holiday Sessions

Looking for a school holiday activity that gets the whole family moving, learning and having fun together? This April, Kapincho Jiu-Jitsu Australia is offering a unique experience that swaps screen time for mat time—inviting both parents and kids to step onto the mats side by side. Perfect for families wanting to try something new, these Parent & Child Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Holiday Sessions are designed to be fun, engaging and confidence-building for all ages. A Shared Experience for Parents and Kids Unlike many kids-only activities, this special session encourages parents to join in, creating a memorable bonding experience while learning the…

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Kids, Playgroups, Toddlers

Welcome to Toddler Sense Inner Sydney!

Toddler Sense is a whole new world of sensory stimulation, play, fun adventures and learning for you and your toddler. Every Toddler Sense class is filled with creative and fun activities to help your toddler develop vital physical, communication, social, emotional and cognitive skills and to burn off excess energy. Our classes focus on supporting toddlers to develop pre-school readiness skills, socialisation, sharing and co-operation through small group play. Toddler Sense draws on research, and the work of child development theorists and childcare experts, to offer a complete approach to learning and development from 13 months to 3.5 years of…

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Inspiration, Kids

Sydney Eastern Community Connect (SECC) is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its popular Toy Library

Sydney Eastern Community Connect (SECC) is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its popular Toy Library, redesigned to better support all families — including children with disabilities and additional needs. Thanks to a grant from Toy Libraries Australia, the refreshed SECC Toy Library is now of only two inclusive libraries across Sydney. It offers a collection of over 1000 toys, with a growing range of sensory-friendly and inclusive play resources. The library supports children aged 0–12 years and includes developmental play options designed to suit a wide variety of interests, abilities and learning styles. “Play is vital to every child’s development and wellbeing,” said Ruming Yang, Acting Hub Manager at SECC. “This refresh…

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Parenting

8 Tips for teaching kids respect and conflict resolution

Teaching kids to be respectful and handle conflict is one of the most valuable things you can do as a parent. These skills benefit society as a whole. But on an individual level, they shape how your children treat others, help them to manage their emotions, and enable them to move through the world more smoothly as they grow. We are regularly contacted by mums in the Eastern Suburbs who are looking for simple ways to instil positive behaviour within their kids. That is why we have decided to put together this post. In it, we’ll highlight eight practical, gentle,…

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Free, Toddlers

Toddlers Love It! Bop 2 Books Brings Joy to Tuesday Mornings

There is Still Time to Join Bop 2 Books at Margaret Martin Library before the end of the year.  Looking for a fun, screen-free activity for your toddler? Bop 2 Books at Margaret Martin Library in Randwick is a beloved weekly program for children aged 24–36 months — and there are still plenty of Tuesday sessions left this year. Running every Tuesday from 10.30am–11am (excluding school and public holidays), Bop 2 Books is a lively mix of music, rhymes and stories that supports early learning in a warm, friendly environment. It’s the perfect mid-week outing for curious toddlers and their…

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Parenting, Relationship

Can Single Parents Truly Make a New Romantic Relationship Work?

Can Single Parents Truly Make a New Romantic Relationship Work? Dating after having children brings a specific set of questions that people without kids rarely consider. Where does the relationship fit? How do you protect your children from disappointment? When does a new partner meet the family? These are not hypothetical concerns. They shape real decisions for millions of people. The U.S. Census Bureau counted 9.8 million one-parent households in 2023. That figure includes 7.3 million mother-only and 2.5 million father-only households. A quarter of American children under 18 live with one parent. The question of romantic success for this…

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