THE BALANCING ACT
Because
the role of a parent has no clock-on or clock-off time it can be hard
to ever get a break from it.
As a result, we can end up ‘parenting’ all of the time,
leaving our relationships and ourselves suffering.
The key here is to find THE BALANCE – but how do we do that?
Below we have listed some useful websites to help in what we believe are the 4 key areas surrounding parents – PARENTING, HOUSEHOLD DUTIES, SELF & RELATIONSHIPS
Through these websites you can learn, share and really get educated in the 4 areas that make up your job.
Because
the truth is, your number 1 role is to educate & play with your
kids… But if you can’t get on top of the other areas in
your life, what chance is there for you to be really present for your
children?
Useful Links- (links will open in a new window)
PARENTING:
www.familyeducation.com/home
• Ideas for activities by age and by type of activity. Expert
advice on all things parenting. Recipes section. Printables
www.mumzone.com.au
• Parent tip section giving a chance to share and a chance to
learn
www.huggies.com.au
• Ideas for activities & rainy day box idea.
www.hearts-at-home.org/new
Mum tips section
www.help4everyparent.com
• Open ended play ideas. Simple & Effective play activities.
Tips & advice for parents.
www.babycenter.com
• Games & activity ideas for all ages and stages. How to care
for your child at all ages.
• Michael Grose – leading Australian Parenting Expert gives you info & tips on bringing out the best in your children
www.thelittlebigbookclub.com.au
•Info & tips on reading with your child. Book choices for each age group & lots of activity ideas to accompany stories.
HOUSEHOLD
DUTIES:
www.organizedhome.com
• Tips on family/household organisation & cleaning. Lots of
free printable forms
www.simplesavings.com.au
• Money saving ideas. Free bill payment system
www.marthastewart.com
• Photo galleries to inspire decorating ideas, gardening ideas,
ways to de-clutter & get organised, cleaning tips, entertaining
ideas & recipes
SELF:
www.oprah.com
• Tips for looking after yourself, finding your passion &
time-out
www.mumzone.com.au
• Tips section for time-out ideas
www.playgroupaustralia.com.au
• Help to find a local playgroup - a great way to connect with
other mothers and share tips/advice
•ideas on
organising all aspects of your life, including wellness, stress release
& goal setting
RELATIONSHIPS:
www.hearts-at-home.org/new
• Tips on maintaining your relationship
www.dr.phil.com
• Relationship & family tips
www.babycenter.com
• Advice on making time together
• Relationships Australia gives lots of tips and advice for improving relationships, family & work balance, family violence & managing separation
