In so many different ways, our Casa Bambini family has shown the generosity and kindness that will see us through to the other side of the COVID-19 crisis. There would be few people in Australia unaffected by the social distancing and self-isolation measures that have been put in place for our own protection and safety […]
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With life so different this Mother’s Day, it’s difficult to carve out time for self-care; after all, it’s not like you can escape for a weekend away or even a treatment at your favourite local beauty salon. However, it’s more important than ever to look after yourself when you’re feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders. Remember to take a […]
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With Nutrition Week taking place recently, we look at what it means to practice good nutrition, within and outside childcare settings. The Importance of Good Nutrition Nutritious food is essential throughout life for health and wellbeing. In young children, not only does it help their bodies grow and develop at a healthy rate, but it […]
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When the government’s new Child Care subsidy was introduced, the Smith family thought that they would be better off. The reality however was that the out of pocket fees for their two children to attend early learning five days a week increased. This is because the amount of subsidised hours offered by the government under […]
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Is your child soon leaving preschool to head to big school? One of the factors that contributes to the success of this transition is the establishment of routines. Helping children adopt certain habits and behaviours from an early stage allows them to understand how the world around them works. There are many benefits to establishing […]
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A simple dinner recipe with fresh Italian flavours. Ingredients Serves 4 350g rissoni pasta 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 tbsp chilli flakes OR 1 fresh chopped red chilli ½ cup white wine 500g cherry tomatoes, halved 500g peeled green prawns 2 tbsp […]
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An easy, tasty Mexican mince packed with plenty of vegetables. Ingredients Serves 8 1 tbsp olive oil ½ brown onion, diced 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 500g lean beef mince 1.5 tsp cumin powder 3 tsp smoked paprika 1 carrot, grated 1 green capsicum, finely chopped 1x 400g tin of kidney beans, rinsed and drained […]
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By Hayley King Estimated Reading time: 5 mins Speaking to your child when you find out they’re lying can be tricky. Here are some ways in which you can approach the situation in a suitable manner. Before asking yourself what to do when your child is lying, first you need to examine why they are […]
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A sweet and healthy bite-size snack to give you a boost of energy in the afternoon. Ingredients Makes 24 balls 250g fresh strawberries 2 cups rolled oats 1 cup desiccated coconut 8 fresh dates, seeds removed Method Discard green leaves from strawberries. Rinse clean and halve. Place all ingredients into a food processor. Process well […]
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A hearty soup suitable for lunch or dinner. Ingredients Serves 8-10 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 celery stalks, diced 3L water 4 stock cubes (chicken or vegetable) 1kg split peas ½ tsp oregano ½ tsp garlic powder 1 small bay leaf 2 cups cooked leg ham, cubed or shredded 2 carrots, diced […]
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