In the whirlwind of parenting toddlers and preschoolers, amidst the chaos of spills and scattered toys, it's easy to overlook the importance of instilling gratitude in our little ones. Yet, teaching our children the gift of gratitude from a young age can lay the foundation for a lifetime of happiness and contentment.
Read MoreThis is a question most parents have asked themselves. The answer is not easy to find and there is no one size fits all when it comes to screen time for young children. Balance is the most important thing to consider. We live in a digital age and screens and screen time is very normal. Feeling guilty about your child watching 4 hours of Peppa Pig is unnecessary and unhelpful – instead, choose balance as a priority.
Read MoreThis poem is for all mothers everywhere.
Read MoreAre you looking to start a family focused New Year tradition? One that will inspire lots of connection, communication and confidence in your children? We have just what you’re looking for!
Read MoreQuestions Questions Questions
What. Which. Who. Where. Why. When. How.
Some children have endless questions. Others need to be encouraged.
Read MoreWhat does it mean to Notice, Recognise and Respond?
Read MoreCommunication is an essential tool that every human needs in order to understand others and to be understood.
Communication leads to connection, and connection leads to community.
Read MoreThis 3 ingredient recipe is a very easy and healthy child friendly snack
Read MoreWe are starting a fun series of 3 ingredient recipes that are refined sugar free, healthy, quick and EASY!
Read MoreA lifetime of learning for each child starts right here at Equippers Kids with their very first Graduation Day.
Read MoreWhat Makes Equippers Kids the BEST Childcare for Your Child?
Read MoreI saw this quote the other day and it stopped me in my tracks….
Read MoreHands up all those who have survived a long haul flight with a toddler! Not easy right? My son recently used the word HORRIFIC to describe his last fight (yes in all caps!) followed by NEVER AGAIN!
Here are the answers to the VERY serious question!
Read MoreThe best part about gifting to small children is that they do not have any interest in what something has cost, or whether it’s the latest most amazing version of something (that comes later!)
The next best part about gifting to young children is that the unwrapping is almost as important as what is inside. Sometimes it seems to be more important.
Read MoreIt’s not just School Holidays that require boredom busters for our children, teacher only days and long weekends need them too. Or maybe you have a child at home sick who needs entertaining?
As parents we know that when we make an effort our children respond – so why not try something new next time you have a day at home with your Little!
Read MoreChild: That’s a scary room
Me: No, it’s not. Don’t be silly.
Child: I don’t like apples.
Me: Yes, you do! They’re yummy.
Child: I don’t like you.
Me: Yes you do!
Sound familiar?
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