"At least he didn't hit you.” That was a common refrain to a friend of mine after she finally … [Read more...] about Maybe He Doesn’t Hit You: Domestic abuse is not easier to cope with when it’s not physical
Your Shout, Mum! Why yelling at the kids isn’t the answer for anyone
In my day it was the wooden spoon. Mums (usually) at their wits end brandishing the least … [Read more...] about Your Shout, Mum! Why yelling at the kids isn’t the answer for anyone
Skiing With Kids for The First Time: Thredbo
I was four years old the first time I strapped on skis and there began a love affair that only … [Read more...] about Skiing With Kids for The First Time: Thredbo
Never Stop Hugging. Why we must never give up on affection
It was a washing detergent ad that set me off. A dad and his son through the ages documenting a … [Read more...] about Never Stop Hugging. Why we must never give up on affection
If You Don’t Ask… The fine art of asking for help.
When you have an affliction like mine, there’s nothing more confronting than being given six months … [Read more...] about If You Don’t Ask… The fine art of asking for help.
Boy Hair. Hanging on to boyhood by their locks.
One of the first things I noticed when my babies were born was their hair, a prominent cowlick for … [Read more...] about Boy Hair. Hanging on to boyhood by their locks.
The Joy of Sharing: Being happy for friends when the going is good…
I had some happy news the other day, a publishing deal for a book I’ve been writing. I hung up the … [Read more...] about The Joy of Sharing: Being happy for friends when the going is good…
The List: Men might pull their weight but women still hold the blueprint for family life..
As far as blokes go, mine is up there. He does the childcare drop off, mops the kitchen floor, cooks … [Read more...] about The List: Men might pull their weight but women still hold the blueprint for family life..
Good Mother, Bad Wife: Is it possible to be both?
If it came to the crunch I would die for my children. I couldn’t say the same for their Dad. Not … [Read more...] about Good Mother, Bad Wife: Is it possible to be both?