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The Children Who Grew Up Without Mum
As Mother’s Day approaches I find myself thinking of those whose Mother’s Day feels more complicated than the world allows…
How to Contact The Poppet Centre: Your Guide to Poppet Centre Contact Details
When life throws challenges your way, especially those involving family dynamics and parenting, knowing where to turn can make all the difference. I’ve often found that reaching out for support is the first step toward clarity and calm. That’s why I want to share everything you need to know about how to contact The Poppet Centre, a trusted resource dedicated to helping families navigate modern challenges with warmth and expertise.
When the World Feels Unsafe: How to Talk With Children About Violence in the News
Some weeks, it’s hard to look away. A headline. A siren. A press conference. A shaken community. And suddenly, the world feels like it’s tipped on its axis.
Why This Big Move Might Be Part of the Solution But Far From the Whole Answer
It’s official. Australia is moving forward with a minimum age requirement of 16 for social media access. It’s being framed as a bold step toward protecting our kids from the harms of the digital world. And look as parents and carers, we get it. When your child is glued to a screen, skipping dinner to scroll, or crying over something that happened in an app you’ve never even used… the urge to pull the plug is strong.
Addressing Terrorism and Violence with Teenagers in Times of Global Uncertainty
Discussing terrorism and violence with teenagers during times of global uncertainty is a challenging but essential task...
Understanding self-harm amongst children and teens…
Self-harm refers to deliberate acts of injuring oneself, typically without the intention of causing death.
Are you re-active or pro-active with the difficulties in your life?
Life is a matter of ups and downs, but what is important is how we deal with these situations. How easy it is, when there is a difficult...
The magical healing of oil
Essential oils when used regularly can greatly increase our awareness and appreciation of life. Most essential oils are known to have...
One day at a time... living with alcoholism
Good times? I never had any good times drinking. I wasn’t that type of drinker. I would only drink to destroy myself. It was much...
Shyness - the pain we all live with!
The basic cause of shyness is hard to pin-point. Everybody is shy to a degree, often therapists refer to a Personal Shyness Barrier -...
