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We all know that in life, we have to deal with some pretty heavy issues, and sometimes your children have to deal with them as well. At Little Scholars, we're here for your family and will do what we can to help children identify hard feelings, confusion about events and offer a big cuddle when need

What 1,000+ Little Scholars Families Taught Us About Separation Anxiety She screamed. You cried in the car. Then you checked the Little Scholars parent app 11 times before 9:00am. Sound familiar? We thought so. Drop-off is one of those milestones nobody truly prepares you for. Everyone warns y

The Invisible Weight Parents Carry And Why Choosing the Right Childcare Centre Changes Everything You remembered the sunscreen, the spare clothes, the show-and-tell item AND made school lunches before 7am. Nobody clapped. Nobody noticed. This one’s for you. Let’s start with the

Is Childcare Wrecking Your Toddler’s Sleep? The Truth (And 5 Things That Actually Help) Your 2-year-old hasn’t slept through the night in 6 months. Before you blame yourself — read this. It’s midnight. Maybe later.You’re on your phone, one eye half-open, searching some combi

When a baby or toddler is ready to reduce the number of naps they have each day, or even drop naps altogether, this can be an equally challenging transition for parents! Daytime naps naturally lessen in length and frequency as a child gets older because they can tolerate more awake time, from both

Do you have a child who's struggling with separation anxiety, especially at when being dropped off at school or early education? Perhaps they're going through a developmental milestone that makes them need Mum or Dad a bit more than before. This is common starting around six months of age, peaks at

Parental separation anxiety : what it is and how to deal with it Elizabeth Stone, an award-winning essayist and journalist, once captured the essence of parenthood with a poignant quote, ‘Making the decision to have a child – it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walkin

If you're the parent or guardian of a child under five, you've probably observed some lies at some point during their young life.That's normal and dare we say, developmentally appropriate. We didn't say it's OK, but it's common! Your child isn't headed for a life of crime and incarceration, so you c

We adore the endless stream of questions that little ones bring to us every day!  From an early education standpoint, we want children to learn at every opportunity. Children are inquisitive beings, and they have lots to learn! At Little Scholars, we cherish this innate curiosity in children and st

Supporting boys in understanding emotions to grow into kind, resilient individuals In recent years, news headlines have frequently highlighted the challenges surrounding men’s mental health, and the troubling rates of violence and suicide among men. While these stories are not representative of m

While it feels increasingly common, when the news cycle often brings unsettling stories into our homes, it can be tough for parents to find the right approach to discuss such events with their young ones, or even know if they should. Here we share some thoughtful strategies to help you navigate thes

Each child comes into the world with a unique temperament, or personal way of engaging with their surroundings. One key aspect of this temperament is how a child reacts to new experiences and people they haven't met before. While some children are naturally at ease and dive straight into unfamiliar

Have you ever wondered how the books your children read can influence their growth and development? If not, you're not alone, and it's never too late to start paying attention. As parents, we all wish for our children to grow up as thoughtful, intelligent, resilient, and kind individuals. Regardless

Teaching a small child self-respect, to find and use his or her own voice can be one of the most valuable lessons you share as a parent or special adult in that child's life. When children can speak up for themselves, this will help them in every aspect of their lives, for the rest of their lives. H

What an incredible asset online media has become when it comes to raising or educating children. From YouTube to Instagram, there's a wealth of expert information at your fingertips that previous generations simply didn't have. Thanks to online media, parents and educators can now access an array of

Our days seem to be getting more and more hectic. There's the 9-5 slog, rushing to and from work, drop-offs and pick-ups at daycare and school, running to appointments, weekends are for relaxing, or are they actually for rushing to children's sports, house and yard maintenance? Even being more conne

We live in a digital world, and for many of us, our small children are quicker to learn and use technology than we are. For a parent, letting your child use technology can be a bit of a break, so you can have a few minutes to work, cook, tidy up or even just have some peace. And increasingly, childr

As parents and as educators, it's our job to keep children safe.  For children, it's their job to explore, push limits, move their bodies, and happily tune out what they don't want to hear.So when a child is engaging in risky play - which is so important in a child's development as it furthers thei

After getting the little ones to bed each night, you are probably just about ready to turn in yourself. It can be hard to motivate yourself to do anything more than scroll through your phone while brushing your teeth! Although this may be your own night-time ritual, spending a little bit of time awa

Are you unsure of how to respond to your child when they hurt themselves? Growing up involves a lot of falling, tripping, bumping into things and it can cause big feelings in our little ones when it happens. Something as small as a scrape on the knee may not be a big deal for an adult but may be

Explain the reason why instead of just saying no to children Take the time to tell them why they can’t. Statements such as “Because I said so” or “Because I told you so” are not efficient in this situation as you aren’t giving them an appropriate reason instead of just saying no to ch

Finally, after more than two years of us Australians being grounded, state and international borders have opened up and we can finally get up in the sky and explore like Aussies are meant to do! However, a trip with children may be even more daunting than it seemed a couple of years ago - dealing

Life is full of big changes, everyone goes through a few in their lifetime, and some of these things are in our control and some aren’t. Knowing changes are coming, whether they’re positive or negative, isn’t always easy. As change happens, your routines are disrupted and suddenly you have to

What Is After School Restraint Collapse? Why do our children sometimes express some big bursts of negative moods after they come home from a seemingly fun day at childcare? This could be due to after school restraint collapse. Meanwhile, you expect them to come home happy and excited to tell you al

Are you a parent racking your brain trying to figure out how to get your little one to stop hitting, biting, or pushing other people? The good news is, it’s really common. The bad news for you is, it’s still your child doing it and you have to deal with it. For babies, this is a way to exp

Sadly, losing a pregnancy is a heartbreak many Australian families experience at least once in their lives. In fact, up to one in five pregnancies end in miscarriage or the loss of a child. When that loss happens, emotions can range from sadness, depression, anxiety, anger, and confusion. These feel

Becoming a foster parent is not all rainbows and butterflies, it is a wholehearted decision which requires dedication and effort. It is a commitment that you choose and one that can helps provide a safe and caring environment for children and young people in our community. As a foster parent there

“So overall my wants, my wishes, my dreams, my hopes and ambitions of my two little people are that they are happy. simply happy ..” - Ashley In 2036 your 2 year old will be 18 and your 4 year old will be 20... What does this world look like for you and your child? I was asked an

No matter your age, communication is an important skill. For pre-schoolers though, their ability to communicate and listen to instructions is a steep learning curve in their development. At times, it can be frustrating if an adult can’t understand what the child is saying or the child can’t use

Toddler Biting and Tatrums When we see your toddler throwing an epic tantrum, don’t be embarrassed and don’t worry, we’re not judging you, we’re simply wishing you wine and silence. You might feel like a bad parent when you discover your toddler hitting and biting but it’s a completely no

The Gold Coast is ripe with opportunities for healthy, outdoor family fun. You’ll be bombarded with suggestions for theme parks and the like but if you’re looking for more creative things to do on the Gold Coast with toddlers, the following suggestions are bound to make for some excellent memori

Dropping off your little angel at an early childhood centre for the first time can be understandably daunting. You leave your child with strangers and wonder if they will get the same amount of care and attention that you give them at home.As a concerned and nervous parent, you can make it easier on

Juggling work and family often means that quality time goes down the drain. There is just no room for a lazy weekend with everyone giggling over pancakes when there are chores to do, classes to attend and grocery shopping to spend your hard-earned cash on. In the blink of an eye, the weekend is fini

Delaying Prep. It seems that as a parent you just cannot win, no matter what decision you make. Once your child reaches school age, it seems that everyone becomes an expert in primary education and it can make you question your own decisions. Our decision to delay Prep for our son was an emotiona

How Much Does Childcare Cost? Childcare Subsidy – CCS Explained How much does childcare cost?  The Child Care Subsidy (aka CCS) is proving difficult for time poor parents to calculate.  We've prepared this useful guide to figuring out how much childcare costs using the CCS calculator to help ma

This is a contribution from Kerry, one of our mums. She’s recently undergone some terrible bullying in an online ‘mummy group” around her choice to go back to work after having her babies. We hear a lot of stories about discrimination against working mothers, so we thought it important to shar

As a freshly-minted lawyer, the 13-hour days didn’t matter that much. I was footloose and fancy-free, oblivious to the challenges having a career and a family would present down the road. Fast forward to 40 and I’m the working parent of two young children. Life has become a relentless juggling e

Useful Tips Separation anxiety is normal in the early weeks, so don’t worry if your child seems upset at first. While there’s no magic formula to make separation anxiety miraculously  disappear, there are a few tips that can certainly help: Take your child to visit their new centre for or

Why you feel upset during a toddler tantrum (and what to do about it). For more information on parenting visit KidsInTheHouse.com