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Carrying the Mental Load: What is ‘Mental Load’, and how can we lighten it?

Carrying the Mental Load: What is ‘Mental Load’, and how can we lighten it?

by Amy Dyer | Aug 1, 2024 | Family Tips, Foster Care

Becoming a caregiver is such a huge life change that, although very rewarding, comes with quite a unique set of challenges – and unfortunately, there’s no handbook to turn to in working through these times. A term that can encompass so many of the challenges...
Parenting a Child with Disabilities: Tips on Navigating the Unknown

Parenting a Child with Disabilities: Tips on Navigating the Unknown

by Amy Dyer | Jul 4, 2024 | Disability, Family Tips, Raising Children

For most parents, the moment they find out they’re starting a family, a switch is flipped and those friends you just had a late games night with are now in bed before 8 pm, and up before dawn to prepare themselves and their home, for a new addition. Before they know...
The Glenhaven Guide to Balancing Work and Family Life

The Glenhaven Guide to Balancing Work and Family Life

by Amy Dyer | Jun 6, 2024 | Family Tips

As Winter hits, more and more families are spending less quality time and losing the work-life balance… Getting up for work before the sun, getting home well after the last light, going to bed and doing it all again – sound familiar? It can be so easy to get...
Riding the Emotional Rollercoaster of Foster Care: Coping Strategies for Everyday Heroes

Riding the Emotional Rollercoaster of Foster Care: Coping Strategies for Everyday Heroes

by Amy Dyer | May 1, 2024 | Family Tips, Foster Care

Being a foster parent is a unique journey that is walked by those with plenty of love to give. Although it’s a fulfilling lifestyle, fostering is a rollercoaster ride of emotions – from joy and fulfilment to frustration and heartache. But amidst the highs and...
Creating Meaningful Family Traditions on a Budget

Creating Meaningful Family Traditions on a Budget

by Amy Dyer | Mar 1, 2024 | Family Tips, Raising Children

In family life with little kids at home, it can be so easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of daily tasks and responsibilities. However, within the chaos, there are precious moments waiting to be cherished – moments that strengthen the bonds with your family and...
Festive Family Fun – 10 Activities to Bring On The Christmas Cheer

Festive Family Fun – 10 Activities to Bring On The Christmas Cheer

by Amy Dyer | Dec 1, 2023 | Family Tips

The festive season is upon us, and what better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than by spending quality time with your loved ones? Christmas is a very special time with family. It brings everyone together, makes us happy, and gives us a boost as we finish the...
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