As a working Mum with two little peeps, I’ve experienced my share of #MumGuilt. 95% of it stems from the fact that my little ones have been in other people’s care longer than my own on a daily basis from a very early age. That wasn’t the plan… but that’s how life worked out. For […]

Part 3 of a 3 Part Series on Basic Human Psychological Needs: Intentional Parenting BRAIN FACT + PSYCHOLOGY + PARENTING Autonomy is one of the core basic human psychological needs, as outlined in the study of Basic Psychological Needs Theory (BPNT). Autonomy means: Autonomy refers to the experience of volition and willingness. When satisfied, one […]

‘TUDE TIP + FAMILY + SANITY SAVER + TIME SAVER Mess = stress for your brain. It may not seem like a big issue, but simply having a disorganised or messy environment, whether it’s at your desk, in the kitchen or the Little Peeps bedrooms can cause your brain to release cortisol (the stress hormone) […]

‘TUDE TIP + FAMILY + SANITY SAVER Everyone needs a little time out sometimes. We all need a space to feel safe and calm, where we can chill out and relax. It’s great to have a dedicated ‘Calm Space’ or as Miss D calls it “An Oasis of Calm”. Calm spaces are perfect for helping […]

GUEST POST: Nicole Salmon from The Organised Life Feeling a little stressed, or emotions getting the better of you? Then perhaps it’s time to get your space in order! Having a space that supports all facets of our lifestyle needs is highly important when living a lifestyle of less stress and more ease. I recently […]

Part 2 of a 3 Part Series on Basic Human Psychological Needs: Intentional Parenting BRAIN FACT + PSYCHOLOGY + PARENTING Competency is one of the core basic human psychological needs, as outlined in the study of Basic Psychological Needs Theory (BPNT). To be competent means: the experience of effectiveness and mastery. Competence becomes satisfied as […]

Part 1 of a 3 part series about the basic human psychological needs. Parenting children with intention.