Parenting Archives

Planning Your Baby’s First Celebration: A Joyful Guide

June 16, 2024

Planning your baby’s first party can be a wonderful moment—truly, something to remember in your little one’s life. From choosing the theme to capturing those bright, beaming moments of the day, here are some timely steps that can ensure things end up just as special. Choosing the Perfect Theme What can work well is a theme that gets excited with anything plain to make it magical. Why not go for birth month flowers as your theme? This would bring in hues of color but also, most importantly, elements of nature and personal touches into the decor, exhibiting what makes your…

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Inspiration, Kids

Congratulations to everyone who entered the Waverley Youth Art Prize!

June 13, 2024

Last week the Waverley Youth Art Prize winners were revealed in the Waverley Library. the Waverley council received over 260 entries for this year’s prize and it is a stunning exhibition, to view all the entrants and winners, be sure to head to the Waverley Library. While you visit, don’t forget to vote for your favorite in the People’s choice prize. Winners announced SENIOR 1 (aged 16-18 years) – Misha Heazlewood –Polluted Prawn Cocktail SENIOR 2 (aged 16-18 years) – Rose Lespets – Strange Encounter SENIOR 3 (aged 16-18 years) – Coco Batu-Sampson – AMPHITRITE Goddess of the Sea SENIOR HC (aged 16-18 years) – Claudia…

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Parenting

Signs Your Kid Needs Speech Therapy

June 11, 2024

As parents, we always hope that everything is going to be A-OK with our kids, and that’s great; it’s called being a good parent. So, when issues arise like speech impairments or other learning difficulties, it’s easy to try to convince yourself that it’s just a phase and your child will grow out of it. This stops parents from seeking professional help way too often, but the truth is, the sooner you notice an issue and deal with it, the better off your kid will be. So, with that in mind, this article will cover the signs that your child…

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Parenting

Exploring Childcare Frameworks – Understanding Different Approaches

May 26, 2024

When it comes to selecting the best childcare for your little ones, the options can be overwhelming. Each child is unique, and finding the right environment that nurtures their individuality is crucial. Childcare frameworks offer diverse approaches, each with its philosophy and methodologies. Understanding these frameworks can help parents make informed decisions aligned with their values and their child’s needs. Let’s delve into some prominent childcare frameworks: 1. Montessori Method: The Montessori Method, pioneered by Dr. Maria Montessori, is a renowned educational approach that revolutionised early childhood education. Rooted in the belief that children are natural learners, Montessori classrooms offer…

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Kids, What to do

World Ocean Day Craft at Waverley Library

May 24, 2024

In celebration of World Ocean Day Waverley Library is hosting a fun and creative weekend of craft with the opportunity to make ocean creatures including a sea turtle and octopus. These craft sessions are suitable for children aged 4 years and older, as well as their families and friends. To register your interest please continue to the tickets page. Please note that this is not a facilitated activity, and parents/carers must remain within the library while their child/children participate. When: Saturday, June 8 · 10am – 3pm AEST Where: Waverley Library 32-48 Denison St Sydney, NSW 2022 Cost: Free More…

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Kids, Parenting

How to Help Your Kid Develop Creativity and Writing Skills

May 23, 2024

Writing proficiency and creativity are core components of child development and academic achievement. Developing these abilities From an early age strengthens a child’s communication, critical thinking, and expressive capacities. Here, we explore practical methods parents may employ to help their kids build these qualities. Encourage Free Expression Encouraging children to express themselves freely is vital to cultivating creativity and writing abilities. Parents can aid their children’s expression by providing them with opportunities such as storytelling, sketching, or creative play to explore their ideas, thoughts, and feelings honestly. A judge-free environment in which kids can freely explore artistic pursuits fosters self-assurance…

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For Mums, Parenting

Introducing Bondi’s First Drop & Go Creche: Providing Flexible Care Options for Busy Parents

May 23, 2024

Play Date is thrilled to announce the opening of Bondi’s Drop & Go Creche, offering a convenient care option for families in the local community. As the first of its kind in Bondi, Play Date provides a neighborhood creche specializing in occasional care services tailored for children aged 12 months and above. Guided by skilled early childhood educators, our center offers children the opportunity to explore, experiment, discover, and think creatively through various activities including art, construction, fitness, music, science, and play. “At Bondi’s only drop & go creche, we offer our community of parents an opportunity to carve out…

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Events, Kids

Scholastic presents National Simultaneous Storytime 2024

May 18, 2024

Hear award winning author and illustrator Aura Parker read her book Bowerbird Blues at the official National Simultaneous Storytime. Held at the state-of-the art Green Square Library. 11:30am arrival for midday reading. After the reading children will receive a free copy of the book and enjoy a craft activity. Suitable for all ages This event will be live-streamed via Scholastic’s Facebook page, attendees may be filmed. Places are limited. Bookings are essential. National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and…

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Kids

Entries open for the Year of the Snake drawing call-out

May 17, 2024

Budding illustrators aged 5 to 12 years old can have their best creations showcased during Sydney Lunar Festival 2025 We’re looking for vibrant, colourful drawings that: celebrate the Lunar New Year are highly imaginative portray performance, anything from dancing to juggling or singing include a red envelope or lantern are happy, friendly, smiling, laughing or cheeky look strong and bold You can send us up to 3 different drawings to consider. Find out more and apply online by midnight on 16 June. How to submit your drawings Complete the entry form and attach a photo of each drawing. A smartphone…

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Kids, Parenting

Why do Some Children Struggle with Maths while Others Excel? Exploring the Key Factors

May 14, 2024

How well your child completes maths calculations determines their maths proficiency. Maths is often perceived as a challenging subject for children. So, what’s the key to ensuring they excel in maths without difficulty? Tash from Eye Level Randwick answers some FAQs. Why is it important to be good at basic maths calculations? The foundation of advanced maths is the four basic operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. High school maths like Algebra, Equations, and Calculus are the four basic operations applied to a series of Maths rules and concepts. Maths is about following rules, so being good at calculations is…

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