Yikes! My Child has Head Lice … What do I do???

February 11, 2016

  Now that the kids have returned to school and childcare, one thing you might find yourself dealing with is Head Lice (also called Nits). It’s incredibly frustrating and, unfortunately, hardly anyone will be immune if there’s an outbreak at school.   So, what are Head Lice?   Head Lice are tiny parasitic insects that have no wings and cannot jump but that live among human hair. They feed on tiny amounts of blood that they draw from the human scalp.   How do you catch Head Lice?   Head Lice are extremely contagious and you … read more

Little Monkeys Bathroom Posters … Free to Download …

June 6, 2015

  I’ve created another set of fantastic posters for you of four common tasks that little people need to remember in the bathroom and toilet. When my kids were toddlers, posters like these were a fun way to teach them and remind them of simple things. To download, simply click on the “free to download” banner under each poster and print … totally FREE … laminate or frame and attach to the wall or tiles. I hope you like them.   If you have family or friends who you think would use these great charts/posters, please feel free to … read more

After School Routine Charts to Help you Get Organised … FREE to Download …

May 17, 2015

  Arriving home after school at the end of the day can be dreadfully chaotic. Kids can be tired and there’s homework to be done but a little bit of organisation and routine can definitely help to get everything done before bedtime.   I’ve created these fantastic After School Routine Charts, which are perfect for younger kids. Establishing routines will help them to develop independence because they know what they need to do, when they need to do it and in what order things should be done. Routines help them develop basic time management skills as well as … read more

Cleaning Teeth Chart … Free to Download …

April 7, 2015

  Teaching kids good dental habits is essential when they are young because hopefully those habits will stick with them all through their life. Good dental habits will help kids develop strong, healthy teeth and help minimize decay but it can be hard for little ones to remember to brush their teeth.   Kids get easily distracted and are usually too busy with the important job of playing, so when my kids were little, a chart that reminded them to brush their teeth morning and night worked miracles.   I’ve created a fantastic Cleaning Teeth Chart for … read more

Kids Morning Routine Charts … Are you Ready for School? … Free to Download …

March 8, 2015

    Getting organised is usually achieved by creating routines and habits, so helping toddlers and young children to develop these skills is very important.   Routines and habits are good because they:   create consistency   provide structure, which in turn gives kids a sense of security   help kids develop independence because they know what they need to do, when they need to do it and in what order things should be done   help kids develop basic time management skills   promote a calm, … read more

Back to School … Tips for Buying New School Shoes …

January 13, 2015

  Well, it’s that time of the year again and there is so much to think about ….. uniforms, book lists, lunchboxes, timetables, sport shoes and, of course, school shoes. I’m lucky now that I only have to buy one pair but it wasn’t all that long ago (when all three girls were still at school) that I had to budget for three pairs. School shoes have always been a priority for me because kids are incredibly active and will spend many hours every day in their shoes, so it’s important that their shoes fit well, are comfortable, offer the right kind of support and also … read more

Little Bunnies Bathroom Posters … Free to Download …

October 13, 2014

I’ve created another set of fantastic posters for you of four common tasks that little people need to remember in the bathroom and toilet. When my kids were toddlers, posters like these were a fun way to teach them and remind them of simple things. To download, simply click on the “free to download” banner under each poster and print … totally FREE … laminate or frame and attach to the wall or tiles. I hope you like them. If you have family or friends who you think would use these great charts/posters, please feel free to share. Please Note: These … read more

Chocolate Sparkle Balls …

October 11, 2014

If you’re looking for some party food ideas for your child’s next birthday or special celebration, these Chocolate Sparkle Balls are perfect and so easy to make! For a serving suggestion, I found these cute little Mini Patty Pan Wrappers at Coles. I love that these balls can be made the day before meaning you have less to do on the day! I rolled some of the balls in 100’s & 1000’s and some in Choclettes but desiccated coconut works well too. Chocolate Sparkle Balls …   Print Prep time 15 mins Total time 15 mins   … read more

Breakfast … on the Run …

September 9, 2014

Like most families, our mornings are super busy. Hubby is racing out to work, I’m trying to get ready for work, Miss 21 is usually still asleep following late night study sessions (such is the life of a university student) and Miss 16 has to get ready for school. So we tend to reserve “sit down” family breakfasts for the weekend when everyone is home, not rushing off and we’re all a bit more relaxed. I do, however, insist that everyone eats breakfast every day and also that it’s something healthy ….. so important to start the day especially for school kids who need … read more

Bathroom Routine Posters … Free to Download …

August 22, 2014

Recently I shared with you a fantastic Chart I’d created for the bathroom to help kids learn and remember to complete simple tasks. When my own kids were little, I used things like this all the time because it was a fun way for them to learn. If you missed that post, you can download your free copy below: These proved to be really popular so I’ve now created for you, each habit/routine as individual posters. Download one if you are focusing on a particular habit/routine with your child or download them all … it’s up to you and, as always, they are … read more

Safety Tips for the Bathroom … For Little Kids … (and Big Kids, too) …

June 23, 2014

Hazards exist all around the home and the bathroom can potentially be one of the most dangerous rooms in the house. However, with a bit of care and some commonsense precautions, most dangers can be eliminated or significantly reduced. Here is a list of the things I tried to do when my girls were littlies to help keep them safe in the bathroom: NEVER leave a small child unattended in the bath. It didn’t matter if the phone rang or someone knocked on the door, I was never tempted to leave the girls alone in the bath. Accidents can happen in a split second and … read more

Teaching Kids Good Bathroom Routines & Habits (Part 1) … Free to Download …

June 13, 2014

Routine and structure are really important for kids because it gives them a sense of security … a sense that their environment is safe and familiar. It also helps them to develop self-discipline rather than waking up every day to new rules and change. Teaching kids (young ones in particular) to be clean, tidy and safe in the bathroom can sometimes be a bit tricky and I found when my own kids were little, I used lots of charts to help them remember to complete simple tasks and to develop good habits and routines. Today I’m sharing a cute chart that I created for a … read more

Party Invitations … Spiderman … Free to Download …

April 18, 2014

If you’re looking for a theme or a cute idea for your next birthday party, here’s a Spiderman themed invitation to get you started.   I’m having so much fun creating these great Birthday Invitations as well as all the other Planners, Checklists and Organisers for my lovely readers to download. This week I have available this Spiderman invitation for you to download and print completely free. That’s right, completely free … no cost at all. Just click on the download button below or visit the “Free Downloads” tab on the right-hand side of this page where you … read more

Party Invitations … Little Monsters … Free to Download …

March 31, 2014

Perfect for an upcoming party for a small child, I’ve created this cute birthday invitation that’s available for you to download and print (just click on the download button below or visit the “Free Downloads” tab on the right-hand side of this page).   In the coming weeks, I will create more gorgeous invitations for you to download for free. That’s right, totally free, so stay tuned!   Simply click on the link below, download and print. Each invitation will print in A4 size.   Please remember to visit frequently, as more invitations … read more

Party Invitations … Elephant … Free to Download …

March 19, 2014

  Last week I shared with you the “Two Little Owls” invitation that I created and that is available for you to download and print (just click on the download button below or visit the “Free Downloads” tab on the right-hand side of this page). I’ve been busy again this week and have created another lovely Birthday Party Invitation featuring two cute little elephants.   In the coming weeks, I will create more gorgeous invitations for you to download for free. That’s right, totally free, so stay tuned!   Simply click on the link below, download and … read more