Handling Defiance: You’re Not the Boss of Me!
By Laura Markham “Dr. Laura…How should I respond when he yells ‘You’re not the boss of me!’?” Defiance. It’s guaranteed to push a parent’s…
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On Anger
By Jeremy Majid This morning, my nearly four-year-old daughter committed the ultimate sin: she woke her baby brother up, on purpose. Why did she…
Pregnancy after Loss or Infertility
By Jennifer Robertson You finally saw those two lines and felt pure joy and excitement. You imagined holding your baby in your arms….. before…
Is it Time to Give up Naps?
By Elizabeth Pantley A mother asks: “My three–year–old never wants to take a nap. She complains and fusses about it every day. It takes…
Connection Over Control: Raising Children Gently – and Photographing Them the Same Way
By Alix Clark, family photographer based on Bribie Island near Brisbane, working with families across Moreton Bay, North Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, Australia. …
Want a Trustworthy 14-Year-Old?
By Dr. Laura Markham I had a major Aha! moment one summer when my almost 14-year-old daughter had some friends over for a sleepover….
Invite Dependence
By Adrienne Wood Jasper sat on the bench, unmoving. His face wore a scowl. In front of him were a noisy group of children in the swimming pool beginning their lesson. “Come on Jasper!”…
Small Adventures: Reimagining Travel When You Have Tiny Humans in Tow
By Jane Marsh Travelling with a baby or even an energetic toddler can feel like a never-ending series of questions. You want to explore…
Helping Overwhelmed Mums Thrive & Feel Calm in Motherhood
Elizabeth Catherine Monroe is a passionate advocate for supporting mothers through the emotional and identity shifts that come with early motherhood. Inspired by her…
How raising animals benefits children
By Emily Folk When kids leave their shoes in the living room or the front door open, we often say something like, “I didn’t…
Motherhood to Matriarch – My Matrescence Journey
By Mindi Kelly Matrescence: /mæˈtres.ənts/ noun [U] – the process of becoming a mother: the physical, psychological and emotional changes experienced after the birth…
Storybox Drama: A Creative Space for Children to Explore, Reflect & Find Their Voice
Storybox Drama is a place where children’s imaginations are celebrated and where creativity is encouraged. Based in Christchurch, New Zealand, Samantha Bates’ creative programme invites…
Gentle, Supportive Care for Mothers, Through Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum
For Dalen Dinneen, founder of Labour and Love, the journey through pregnancy, birth and postpartum opened her eyes to both the incredible strength of the…
Stylish, Bold, Sustainable, Body-Positive Activewear
As a mum of young children, Alicia Cousins found herself looking for clothing that truly supported the everyday demands of motherhood. When she couldn’t…
Matrescence and the Fragmented Mind
By Camilla van Rosendal There are days when my thoughts feel unfinished. Not forgotten, just interrupted. Mid-sentence. Mid-idea. Mid-breath. I am stirring dinner on…
Parenting Anxious Children: You Are Not the Problem, But You Are The Solution
As a mum of two daughters, one of whom has an anxiety condition, Katrina Batey understands first-hand the unique challenges that come with parenting…
12 Tips to Build a Stronger Sibling Bond
By Dr. Laura Markham “In many sibling relationships the rate of conflict can be high, but the fun times in the backyard and the…
Timeless Merino Babywear for Those Precious Early Days
Soft, breathable and thoughtfully designed, Frankie Raine was founded by Kate Batt, a mum seeking simplicity during the often-overwhelming newborn stage. Rooted in natural parenting values, the…
Swaddling – tips for whether you choose to swaddle your baby, or not
By Sarah Palmer This blog post will be all about swaddling, from a baby-led perspective. Let’s start off by talking about the startle reflex….
Giving Pre-Loved Books a Second Chance
A mother-daughter duo with a shared passion for reading, Tina and Paige have made it their mission to give books a second life. Second…