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Our Latest Articles
Find Your Peace this Christmas: A Guide for Mums and Dads
Navigate the festive season with less stress and more joy. Our guide offers mindful parenting tips and co-regulation strategies to help you and your children enjoy a calm and connected Christmas. Perf... ...more
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November 24, 2025•3 min read
Deck the Halls with 10 meaningful stocking fillers that won't break the bank
Create a magical Christmas without breaking the bank! Discover 10 heartfelt and inexpensive stocking stuffer ideas for kids that focus on connection, creativity, and experiences over things. Perfect f... ...more
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November 24, 2025•4 min read
Beyond the Report Card – celebrating effort over outcomes
Discover why praising your child's effort is more important than their grades. Learn how to foster a growth mindset, build resilience, and support your child's long-term wellbeing with practical paren... ...more
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November 21, 2025•4 min read
An Ode to Learning
What does it mean to be educated? Discover how to nurture a love of learning at home. From reading great books to exploring science and history, learn practical ways to support your child's education ... ...more
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November 14, 2025•4 min read
Calm Your Farm: 10 Strategies for Managing a Busy Workload
Feeling overwhelmed by your workload? Discover 10 practical strategies to manage stress, set boundaries, and regain balance in your busy life. From reframing stress to prioritising self-care, these ti... ...more
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November 06, 2025•4 min read
Overcoming Mum Guilt: Why You’re Doing Better Than You Think
Many mums carry guilt for not doing or being “enough.” This heartfelt post from Mumma Chelles explores why mum guilt shows up, how to release it with kindness, and how self-compassion helps you show u... ...more
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October 30, 2025•3 min read
The Power of One Good Book: A Secret to Growth and Joy
Discover the surprising power of reading just one good book a year! Mumma Chelles shares insights on how reading nourishes the soul, and boosts growth. #ReadingForParents #MummaChelles #BookRecommenda... ...more
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October 20, 2025•4 min read
Mindful Parenting: Finding Calm in the Beautiful Chaos of Family Life
Discover the power of mindful parenting to bring calm and connection to your family life. Learn key principles like self-awareness, active listening, and self-compassion to nurture your children and y... ...more
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October 11, 2025•4 min read
Love Jobs & Pocket Money: Nurturing Responsibility and Life Skills in Our Kids
Discover the Mumma Chelles secret to nurturing responsible kids: ‘Love Jobs’ and pocket money! Learn how household tasks teach cooperation, independence, and vital life skills for your children’s futu... ...more
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October 11, 2025•3 min read
Zooming Towards Growth: How Ride-On Toys Boost Your Child's Gross Motor Skills
Discover how ride-on toys are more than just fun! Learn how they boost your child’s gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and confidence. Get Chelle’s top tips for safe and engaging play. #GrossM... ...more
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October 07, 2025•4 min read
Unlocking Inner Calm: Why Journaling is Mumma's Best Friend
Discover six powerful reasons why journaling is a Mumma's best friend! Learn how this simple practice can help you declutter your mind, reduce stress, boost self-awareness, and nurture your overall we... ...more
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October 06, 2025•3 min read
Navigating the Storm Together: How My Family and I Faced Cancer
Navigating a cancer diagnosis as a parent brings unique challenges and fears. I share the strategies that helped my family survive my breast cancer journey - from open communication and building suppo... ...more
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October 06, 2025•5 min read
Think Pink: A Personal Reflection on Breast Cancer Awareness Month
A deeply personal reflection on my breast cancer journey, four years after diagnosis. From the life-saving routine screening to navigating BRCA2 gene discovery, I share the importance of early detecti... ...more
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September 27, 2025•2 min read
Beyond Pink Ribbons: Nurturing Ourselves and Our Community Through Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer awareness extends beyond the month of October. Self care also extends beyond the month of October. Prioritising self care is essential. ...more
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September 26, 2025•2 min read
Tiny Hands, Big Skills: Boosting Fine Motor Development
Boost your child’s fine motor skills with these fun, free, and low-cost activities for kindy kids! Discover playful ways to build hand strength, coordination, and independence at home. Perfect for Aus... ...more
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September 23, 2025•6 min read
The Flawed Mother: Embracing Imperfection in Modern Mothering
Navigate the pressures of modern motherhood and social media's unrealistic expectations. This Mother's Day, embrace self-compassion, find authentic joy, and celebrate your unique parenting journey. ...more
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September 17, 2025•6 min read
Parenting through Grief: How to Support Children While Navigating Your Own Loss
Navigating personal grief while supporting children through loss. Personal reflections and practical support for families during their most difficult moments. ...more
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September 13, 2025•6 min read
Mastering Difficult Conversations
Mastering Difficult Conversations - building great workplace culture that embeds strategies for providing feedback well. ...more
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September 13, 2025•6 min read
You Belong Here: The Quiet Power of Communities
The importance of connection and community. How it can change lives, reduce social isolation, depression and anxiety. ...more
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September 13, 2025•4 min read
Celebrating the Strength of Women in Aged Care – A Tribute on International Women’s Day 2025
Celebrating 2025 International Women's Day and a tribute to women working in aged care ...more
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September 10, 2025•2 min read
How Food Affects Your Child's Behaviour: A Science-Backed Guide for Parents
exploring the impact food can have on children's behaviour ...more
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September 10, 2025•6 min read
You Can’t Pour from An Empty Cup
Discover practical self-care strategies for busy parents and caregivers this R U OK? Day. Learn simple breathing exercises, meditation techniques, and wellness tips to refill your cup and support your... ...more
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September 09, 2025•5 min read
The Withing Model: Revolutionary Care Approach for Independence Across All Ages
Withing Care Model with cross sector application (parenting, disability, aged care). Evidence based approach to skill development and independence. ...more
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September 09, 2025•4 min read
A Window into Love, Relationships, and Autism
Discover Kay Kerr's Love and Autism, an intimate look at love and relationships from an autistic perspective. A must-read for parents, carers, and anyone seeking to understand neurodivergent experienc... ...more
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September 09, 2025•4 min read
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