Family and Child Consultants

Today, I'm peeling back the curtains and inviting you into the whimsical, tear-jerking world of a mum with four adult children. Now, one might think the words 'adult' and 'children' stitched together would grant this mum a one-way ticket to a worry-free paradise. Spoiler alert: they don’t. Meet my brood. Four spectacular souls; three boys who have mastered the art of giving their mum heart palpitations, and one girl, the cherry on top, who’s equally adept at turning my grey hairs greyer. Bless them. The Eldest: Mr. "I’ve Got This, Mum" My firstborn thinks he's Superman. "Mum, I’ve got this!" is his mantra. Yet, every time he’s up for a promotion or facing life’s curveballs, who do you think is pacing the floor at 2 am? Yours truly. Second in Line: The Wanderer Then there’s my second son, the world wanderer. He’s got a heart as vast as the oceans he’s crossed and a spirit as free as the wind. Every Instagram update of his latest adventure is a...

Hey there, fabulous humans! Today, we’re stepping into a world where wisdom drips from the edges of a stripy red and white hat and cats juggle life’s quandaries with a quirky grin. Yep, you guessed it, we're drawing life lessons from none other than the grand wizard of whimsy, The Cat in the Hat! In the divine chaos of community service, where every day is a delightful mix of unpredictable, unforgettable, and unscripted, Dr. Seuss’s golden nuggets of wisdom fit right in - or shall we say, stand right out! Juggling Act Extraordinaire First things first, let’s address the juggling act. If balancing tasks was an Olympic sport, community service workers would be clutching gold medals with grace. Client meetings, paperwork, outreach programs – it’s like juggling jelly, with every wobble, a giggle, and every slip, a slide into another adventure. A Hat of Many Colors Now, back to that iconic hat. Imagine if each stripe represented a role we play. Counselor, listener, problem solver - ever...

  Hey Friends, In the unpredictable journey of life, sometimes we find ourselves caught in a storm of emotions, grappling with feelings that are as intense as they are overwhelming. Tragedy and heartbreak don't come with a manual, and neither does healing. Today, we're drawing the curtains back and sharing a heartfelt tale of resilience, support, and the indomitable human spirit. A Tale of Unyielding Strength Every family we meet etches a lasting imprint on our hearts, but there’s one story we’re especially moved to share. Let's call this resilient family, "The Harrisons". They encountered a tragedy that’s every family's nightmare - the loss of their beloved daughter and sister, Lily. In the midst of unimaginable heartbreak, the Harrisons were a beacon of strength, a testament to the unyielding power of family bonds. A Compassionate Companion in the Journey of Healing Enter Family & Child Consultants. We didn’t come armed with magic wands or easy fixes – j...

  Brace yourselves, mums and dads, because we’re about to take a whimsical journey through the notorious period of child-rearing known as the "Terrible Twos". Spoiler alert: it’s not all terrible! It’s just a tiny human, with a gigantic personality and colossal emotions, trying to figure out who they are in a world where they can’t even reach the light switch yet. Act 1: “No!” – A Toddler's Anthem Here we enter the epoch where "no" isn’t just a word; it’s a full sentence, a paragraph, an entire novel written by your toddler. And if "no" were a song? Oh, it would be top of the pops, blaring on repeat, with your toddler the indefatigable DJ. Scene: You, an optimistic soul: “Darling, would you like a cookie?” Miniature human, an emerging rebel: “No!” (Also, the same miniature human, 0.5 seconds later, hands submerged in the cookie jar.) Act 2: Emotional Rollercoasters of Epic Proportions Two-year-olds are basically small emotional tsunamis. One second the...

  Today, I find myself lingering on a question – a reflection rather – that stems from the unfolding narratives we’ve witnessed in the recent voice referendum and the plebiscite for gay marriage that preceded it. It's a questioning born not of opposition but observation. I, too, champion the cause of marriage equality, but I can't shake the growing unease about the escalation of hostility and division that seems to be growing roots in our public discourse. In reminiscing about the plebiscite for gay marriage, I recall passionate discussions, heartfelt stories shared, and even disagreements, yet there existed a certain level of respect, a willingness to listen. Fast forward to today, the landscape of public discourse feels markedly different. The voice referendum has exposed us to a tempest of anger and division that begs the question, are we the same people who, not so long ago, handled the topic of marriage equality with more grace? In a world post-COVID and in the aftermath o...

Hey there, fellow reality TV enthusiasts! You know, we all love a good dose of drama, competition, and jaw-dropping moments served up by shows like "The Block." But, let's face it, sometimes these shows can be as dysfunctional as that one crazy uncle at family gatherings. Reality TV is like that guilty pleasure snack you can't resist. It's addictively entertaining, but if we peel back the layers, we'll see it's not all sunshine and roses. So, gather 'round, folks, because we're about to dive into the juicy stuff about how reality shows like "The Block" can inadvertently encourage some not-so-nice behaviors. The Competitive Circus: Reality TV thrives on competition. But you know what they say, "When competition gets tough, the tough get... nasty?" Okay, maybe that's not the exact saying, but you catch my drift. Cutthroat Behavior: Contestants on these shows sometimes take competition to the extreme. Sabotage, manipulation, an...