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I try to inspire parents to connect and understand their children better, educate about family health and wellbeing, plus share parenting tips, insights & resources on family health & nutrition.


When Kids Behaviour Feels Rogue
Kids can be confusing. Sometimes confronting. Often very weird.
This piece is a gentle reminder that not all “off-track” behaviour is something to fear or fix. It explores why kids push boundaries, why that can trigger big feelings in parents, and how holding firm limits without withdrawing love helps children find their way back.
5 hours ago


Lesser Known Facts About Stress
In this post I investigate some facts about stress that aren't as widely known.
Dec 11, 2025


A Mental Exercise For Self Care
This is a quick and easy exercise to help you find your center in the times you feel a little disoriented by parenthood.
Nov 21, 2025


The Power of Family Traditions
Why traditions have the power to create such magical and special memories for children and how you can make some of your own.
Aug 22, 2025


In Moments of Disconnect Our Children Need a Bridge, Not a Verdict
When emotions flare, it’s tempting to search for the facts first. But there is something even more important we need to be doing. Learn why effective parenting start with reconnection first.
Aug 1, 2025


Minecraft for Bonding
I share my own house rules and discuss the costs vs benefits of getting Minecraft for your kids. No judgement. No rules. Just honest info to help you decide what works for your family.
Jul 28, 2025


Memories Hold the Key to Untapped Dopamine, Calm, and Joy—Here’s How to Use Them
We spend a lot of time in our heads. What if our brain treats what’s real and what’s imagined the same and what would happen if we trained ourselves to use that power to benefit us?
Jun 26, 2025


Things That Changed My Life
Here's my list of things that legitimately have helped make my day to day life better.
Jun 6, 2025


Parenting with AuADHD
My experience parenting with a late Autism + ADHD (AuADHD) diagnosis
May 27, 2025


The World Our Children Will Inherit
What kind of world will our children inherit? Here's what common tech will look like in 10-30 years...
Apr 14, 2025


How To: Make Toilet Training Less Painful
Toilet training is a big deal. But it doesnt have to be a big stress! Here are some tips to help make it less panful.
Mar 13, 2025


My Journey With Fasting
Ketosis is a natural state where your body breaks down stored fats in the absence of glucose. Here's how it works.
Feb 17, 2025


10 Steps to the Best Christmas Ever
Christmas is meant to be magical, but it often feels like a marathon. This year, let’s change that!
Nov 25, 2024


Debunked Health Myths You Need to Know
It's ok to wonder - why do we do that? Is it still relevant to me? Here are the health habits that have been recently debunked.
Oct 21, 2024


Raising Kids Who Are Kind, Assertive, and Unstoppable
One of the challenges of raising kids is deciding what values to teach. So how to we raise kind but assertive kids?
Oct 18, 2024


The Power of Happy Memories
For children, the practice of recalling joyful moments is not just a comfort—it's a vital tool for our wellbeing and mental health.
Oct 2, 2024


What is Brain Fog?
Brain fog isn’t just “in your head”—it’s a real biological phenomenon caused by stress. Read about what it is and what you can do here.
Sep 2, 2024


What is Parental Guilt?
This post is about parenting guilt. We explore the heart of the question; am I a bad parent?
Aug 15, 2024




Conquer Picky Eating
Different types of fussiness and some helpful strategies to help overcome them.
Jul 18, 2024

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