Hi everyone, thanks so much for visiting today and to our regular readers, welcome back. ❤ I met Rebecca Perkins at a seminar she was running for children with diverse needs and we had a heart connection almost immediately. We talked much about ADHD and the evidence that it was once an evolutionary advantage. This
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Let me cut straight to the point here. Yesterday I was getting super overwhelmed and annoyed at life. Yep, hard to imagine. I always look so upbeat in my videos( cue little chirping bird) but let me tell you when the camera is off… I am just like every other mum, trying to stay on
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I was introduced to Gordon Gilkes at a ballroom dance charity event some years ago. From the moment we engaged, I knew that I had met a kindred spirit. His appreciation for the arts and his belief in the power of human creativity aligned with my own belief system and from that moment on we
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The rich, the famous, the beautiful. It’s hard not to envy them all. But how does it make our children feel? Recently a friend of mine decided to spend quality time with her daughter, following her interest in learning how to draw. But as quickly as little horses were drawn, so too were they scrunched
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My guest post today is from a wonderful and talented children’s educator, performer and songwriter Olivia de Sousa – Ferres also known as Livvi. With a much needed message in today’s world, Olivia is a source of great wisdom and insight and I feel very priviledged that she has taken the time to write this
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Approx 2 min read unless the packet of mint creams that you bought only for special occassions is beckoning. If so… Then please read on before it has it’s way with you! 😮 Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, nutritionist or any other occupation that has authority in this field. I am just a sharer
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Drawing is fun and brain healthy too! Below are a few quick reasons why you should pick up a pencil and draw. I have selected some awesome videos to help you get started and to save you the time of scrolling. Enjoy and happy drawing everybody! Please note: I am not affiliated with any paid
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Hi everyone, please find a list of the 20 top Christmas songs of all time as voted by the public. I have compiled a Spotify Playlist of the top 20 Christmas songs below. Enjoy! 🤶🎅 20. Jingle Bell Rock – Bobby Helms 19. Feliz Navidad – Jose Feliciano 18. Run Rudolph Run – Chuck Berry
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Why does my toddler repeat words? It may very well feel like ground hog day when your toddler demands you sing The Wheels on The Bus for the 19th time, but she is asking for an exceptionally good reason. It is how she learns. Toddlers love and need repetition because it’s how they take in
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Hello everyone and welcome to The Debbie Doo Blog. However, you define family and community, one thing remains true, they are our most important social units. Through love, kindness, joy and patience we navigate the often tricky, day-to day happenings of being parents, grandparents and community members, while watching our children grow into the happy,
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What can I say about Tina Harris? A ray of sunshine? A shining star? A…. Okay, okay well maybe no more cliches… But what I will say is that Tina Harris is a phenomenon in the world of kid’s music and education. Alongside her tremendously talented husband Mark Harris, they are a musical powerhouse with
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Approx 2 min read if your not up to question number 334 by your inquisitive toddler. If not, then read on! 😍 I was lucky enough to meet Adam Wallace some years back through a mutual friend. She believed we would have a lot in common as we both have a serious love for the
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