Smacking children: The only time you should do it 6 min read
Physical punishments to correct our children's behaviour can sometimes be seen as child abuse. You'd be surprised why there's still a case for smacking.
Jesus' Second Coming — Ask the Experts 1 min read
Q: Ever since she heard a sermon that the world is ending and Jesus is returning soon, my seven-year-old daughter has been extremely anxious. What can I do to allay her fears?
What if my child is the bully? 1 min read
Bullying has terrible effects on the victims involved but one of the toughest things to hear from your child’s school is that your own child is the bully. Here’s what you can do to help your child.
Baked Sweet Potato Enchiladas — Cooking with Gia and Olive 1 min read
This vegan-friendly enchilada dish is an excellent choice for family dinners, and is a whole lot of fun to make (get the kids to join in). Rich in fibre, vitamins, and minerals, sweet potatoes taste good and are good for...
Free Printable — Tips For New Step-Parents 1 min read
Here's what you should know if you find yourself becoming a step-parent.
3 Ways Parents Can Build Their Child’s Resilience 1 min read
There are multiple skills for parents and children to master when it comes to helping them be more resilient. Here are three:
The Best Way to Help Kids Cope with Challenges 4 min read
Are we seeing a generation of increasingly fragile kids in need of toughening up?
Chocolate Almond Butter Chia Bars — Cooking with Gia and Olive 1 min read
A vegan refined sugar-free chocolate bar.
Feelings word list (Free Printable!) 1 min read
Next time your child expresses their emotions, extend their vocabulary by using this list to help them to label these feelings. Recognising their emotions can help your children be more resilient. After they've labelled their feelings, validate their emotions by...
Peanut Butter Smoothie — Cooking with Gia and Olive 1 min read
It's nutty, it's buttery and it's dairy-free.