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❓Did you know that we have trusted info covering pregnancy right through to raising older teens, plus everything in between?

👶🏽Raising a baby or child in the early years is different to raising older children and our posts & videos on Facebook need to cover a lot of territory, so we’re trying something new!

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15/07/2025

Imagine your child is watching their favourite show or is deeply immersed in a game.

You let them know that time’s up ... and the fight begins. Yelling, whining, complaining or the never-ending, “Just five more minutes!”

Sound familiar? Well, you’re not alone. Screen time tantrums are common and don’t mean you’re doing anything wrong.

Screens aren’t just fun; they’re designed to keep us coming back for more.

Many apps and games give little dopamine rewards (the brain’s feel-good chemical) that make it harder to step away.

And for young children still learning to manage big emotions, like frustration and disappointment, that’s a tough landing.

With positive parenting, you can help your kids slow down and switch off.
Our latest article is full of simple, practical tips to help kids of all ages build healthier screen time habits: https://www.triplep-parenting.net.au/au/articles-and-news/post/pressing-pause-on-tech-tantrums/

15/07/2025

Sensory systems…This infographic does a nice job of showing how the sensory system affects different aspects of your child's development and learning.

Here are more "red flags" to consider:
https://www.theottoolbox.com/sensory-processing-red-flags/

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01/05/2025

Bedtime strategies for kids with autism and ADHD can help all families get more sleep

Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for the whole family. Here are some tips to try if your child struggles with poor sleep.

01/05/2025

Doing away with rewards and punishment

Podcast Episode · Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families · 29/04/2025 · 10m

04/04/2025

Stepping Stones- A free parenting program by Triple P

04/04/2025

There are many Chrome extensions to support various needs.

https://www.educatorstechnology.com/2022/11/8-great-chrome-accessibility-extensions.html

04/04/2025

The Netflix series 'Adolescence' is resonating with parents concerned about what their teens may be consuming online. How can parents make sure they're keeping in touch with what's happening in their teen's worlds? Also, what to do when a 'gift' from your parents to buy your first home has come with...

04/04/2025

YES! Games are a powerful way to build essential higher-level cognitive skills. Here are two resources on this topic and game suggestions for various EF skills:
1️⃣ https://www.theottoolbox.com/games-to-help-kids-improve-executive/
2️⃣ https://www.theottoolbox.com/games-for-executive-function/

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16/03/2025

“National cabinet has agreed to move support services for children with mild autism and early developmental challenges back to the state and territory level. Services will be provided through schools, childcare centres and other government settings.” Financial Time article

The NDIS is failing to achieve its original goals and is groaning under the weight of unsustainable work volumes, says the Grattan Institute.