Questions
Wednesday, 17 May 2023 - 15:35
We are currently on a 3 month holiday in our caravan, visiting all kinds of amazing places in Australia. The problem is my 12 year old isn’t coping. He is missing his friends and (understandably) doesn’t want to hang out with his parents or “annoying” younger siblings. He seems to be happy when we...
Wednesday, 17 May 2023 - 09:07
I wrote a book!! I've got it written and have all ideas ready BUT how do I find an illustrator? And what's the process to get it printed? Then possibly published? Any help would be great!
Monday, 15 May 2023 - 22:56
My sweet little 8 year old boy is caught in the middle of a triangular friendship. One friend he’s had since Kindy. They are both quite gentle, kind and empathetic (my son to the point of his own detriment). He doesn’t like watching sad or scary movies because he feels too much emotion for others...
Tuesday, 9 May 2023 - 17:58
My 10yo daughter picks her sores, even when it’s the most tiny scratch it turns into a 6month gaping scab. We have tried so many things, bandaids, creams, asked her why - her answer is because I like to. We’ve rewarded her for not picking, threatened to take favourite things away if she picks...
Sunday, 7 May 2023 - 10:29
Hi Mums, Does anyone know if single mums who work are eligible for rent assistance? I work almost full time, 3 kids, nsw and recieve no centrelink benefits. Just wondering if it's income calculated or based off rent paid?? (Backstory caus I know there will be people judging) I'm currently staying...
Sunday, 7 May 2023 - 10:26
Hey all!! Just a quick question, I'm a shift worker so I'm Im tossing up care options for 3 primary school aged kids. OOSH (out of school hour care) is a possibility I can look into for early mornings but I thought a baby sitter could work? Does anyone know the going rate for a baby sitter (would...
Tuesday, 2 May 2023 - 04:49
Looking for some ideas for a girls 8th birthday party in Adelaide. She's 8 going on 18 so not really into all the cutesie types of things. Single mum here, so as much as I'd love to give her a huge party, unfortunately money is tight, although her dad has said he'll contribute to whatever she wants...
Friday, 28 April 2023 - 09:50
My 14 year old daughter is being bullied at school. It’s been going on for 2 years now. It is really affecting her. She is getting terrible anxiety sometimes not wanting to go to school or going then calling me to pick her up. I’ve seen the school about it once before but she doesn’t want me to...
Friday, 28 April 2023 - 09:19
Hi, I am not sure this is appropriate or not, so please say no if any issue! I have four daughters, 12,10, 8,7. One has ASD, ADHD, anxiety and is visually impaired. The eldest has written a book about her sister. Here is a little story about it. Paisley Panda’s Day What is it like trying to...
Thursday, 27 April 2023 - 16:33
Trigger warning: mentions suicide I am lost, I don't know what to do anymore. My 9yo is just beyond anything. She has ASD level 2, ADHD, ODD and is medicated. I have tried everything including parenting courses. I have given her everything and even sent myself broke just too please her. I have...