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Food, BEE-autiful food.

When women work together extraordinary things happen.

Visit mumkind.com.au and get on board – be the reason someone believes in the goodness of people.

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MumKIND aims to share the joy of motherhood by joining with support agencies throughout SA to meet the needs of disadvantaged mothers with young children.

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Food fabulous food.

PUBLISHER

t’s finally KIDDO Market time!

Charlotte Chambers

We have a jam packed day full of live entertainment, food stalls, fun activities and plenty of things to buy from local KIDDO families. We are also excited to share what our LITTLE Makers have been up to.

STAFF WRITER

Gemma Easton EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS

Rebecca Morse Danielle Symes Belinda Bracale Michelle Greene Chris Greene Olivia Williams Jake Dean Colette Bos Jessie Spiby Matilda Schwarz Hanna Beaven Julia Boase Angela Stradwick

This issue we talk about our favourite things...

FOOD! To whet your appetite we discover some of Adelaide's best cooking schools for kids, hide a bunch of delicious veggies in a Mac N Cheese with Jessie Spiby, list some of Adelaide's most KIDDO friendly eateries and learn about the new Adelaide City Bee programme.

We introduce you to one of the coolest mums and artists going around Mariana Mezic and her extended family of four-legged friends.

SUB EDITOR

Cassandra Kerr ART DIRECTOR

Serrin Ainslie

We also speak to multi-tasking mother extraordinaire Bec Judd about her new book the Baby Bible, a month by month guide to pregnancy, birth and beyond.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Meaghan Coles

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Nick Lawrence

More than anything we are super-duper excited to put a face to the name of all of our beautiful KIDDO families at KIDDO Markets!

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Nabula Brdar

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See you there Kiddos!

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Vy Cameron Gemma Easton PUBLISHER'S PICKS

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READ The Honey Farm by Harriet Alida Lye ⸺ DO The Adelaide Cabaret Festival ⸺ PODCAST SANDRA By Gimlet ⸺ LISTEN OKENYO 20:20 

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What's on! JUNE-AUGUST 22 - 24 June

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24 June

Disney on Ice Adelaide Entertainment Centre disneyonice.com

Kids’ Party Confidential Adelaide Festival Centre adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

KIDDO Markets The Old Brick Dairy, Wayville Showgrounds kiddomag.com.au

27 June

1 - 22 July

2 - 5 July

Hoyts Prams at the Pix Norwood, Salisbury, TTP hoyts.com.au

Winter Wonderland Ice Skating at the Bay Jetty Rd, Glenelg winterwonderlandsa.com

Peppa Pig’s Surprise Adelaide Festival Centre adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

7 July

8 July

9 July - 16 July

Raw Metal Adelaide Festival Centre adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

The Ziegler Girls Tour Thebarton Theatre maddiemackenzietour.com

School Holiday Workshop The Art Gallery of South Australia artgallery.sa.gov.au

10 - 13 July

10 July

11 - 22 July

TAFE SA Kids Kitchen TAFE Regency Campus tafesa.edu.au

Once Upon a Time: The Sleeping Beauty Adelaide Festival Centre australianballet.com.au

Carclew Explore Arts School Holiday Program Carclew, North Adelaide carclew.com.au

11 - 22 July

18 July

15 July & 29 July

Pom Pom Contemporary Art Space for Children Davoren Park Shopping Centre carclew.com.au

Mister Maker & the Shapes Live on Stage Thebarton Theatre livenation.com.au

Gilles at The Grounds The Old Brick Dairy, Wayville Showgrounds gillesatthegrounds.com.au

4 - 5 August

11 August

17 - 18 July

Oliver Up a Tree Adelaide Festival Centre adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

Nature Play Cubby House Day Belair National Park natureplaysa.org.au

Science Alive Adelaide, Showgrounds sciencealivesa.org.au

For more events, reviews and competitions head to kiddomag.com.au

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ONLINE MATERNITY MODERNITY Tellkiddo is proof that it is possible to survive maternity-leave and not just survive but thrive. During that time, you may even build a global business like Maria Sabbah, the Swedish company’s founder.

Beginning in 2014 Tellkiddo now has a cult following on Instagram. This playful, unisex brand is the perfect, modern day example of the power of the internet, when paired with innovation.

A YEAR OF SHOES!!

Shoes are definitely the one thing that you are constantly having to replace for your babes... it’s like you blink and they’ve outgrown them.

To help ease the pain KIDDO has teamed up with the newest kid on the block, Shoes & Sox to give one lucky winner the chance to WIN a years supply of shoes valued at $350.

Shoes & Sox who are located at Westfield, Tea Tree Plaza and Marion stores carry an extensive range of brands including Clarkes, Adidas, Nike, Puma, Converse, Walnut, Bobux and Striderite so there will be plenty to choose from.

All products are designed by Maria whose initial intention was to create monochrome style objects, with black and white contrasts, so that her baby could develop his eyesight. Soon, her son wasn’t the only one that these beautiful, minimalist designs were popular with. Her pictures were re-blogged by influential interiorminded parents and spread like wildfire.

Then, Tellkiddo was born.

On the website you will find environmentally-friendly and sustainable interior objects like storage bags, bedding and prints. Maria says ‘We are not following fast changes in trends, we want to support the slow interior industry with our conscious way of working’.

To enter head to kiddomag.com.au or go to our facebook page @kiddomag

@tellkiddo tellkiddo.com

More, In-Store Daisy + Hen isn't just a shop, it’s an experience, now open in Glenelg!

Ever spent countless time scrolling through Instagram, browsing for a product, frustratedly wishing you could touch, feel and try it?

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Daisy + Hen owner Gina Britton wanted to create — DAISY & HEN a physical space with a bespoke mix of all her favourite bits and bobs so that she could bring the fun back to shopping.

Daisy + Hen houses over 130 of the best local and international brands in children’s retail.

Gina says that the original Tanunda store would welcome customers daily from Adelaide, who would travel to the Barossa specifically to purchase their products. Hence, she felt it was time to expand and bring the concept and range to metro Adelaide.

The new Daisy + Hen in Glenelg is a larger store with the same heart and beautiful range as the original shop.

Gina says, ‘You feel like you’ve walked into your own Instagram feed full of your favourite brands and products! Our store is so much more than a shop – it is a destination, an emporium, a place to wander and admire.’

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This goes for little people too, if you have a curious mini-shopper who likes to touch and grab things, don’t despair - you wont be glared at. Gina says she aims to provide a ‘warm, friendly and fun shopping experience’ and that staff are known to cuddle little babes to give mum a moment to herself to explore.

As well as providing local small and handmade businesses a platform to exhibit their products, Gina likes to give back to the community through events. The stores biggest event is their annual Easter Hunt in Tanunda. VIP and special seasonal shopping nights also add to the pros of being part of the Daisy + Hen community.

The selection process for the stores products is basically the type of item that Gina herself would buy and one that is ‘beautiful, functional and represents great value.’

Pop past and explore for yourself!

‘It is really important to me to work with brands that we align with. Brands with ethical and sustainable practices and businesses who operate with heart.’

56 Murray St Tanunda SA 08 8563 0116 120C Jetty Rd Glenelg SA 08 8294 0056 @daisyandhen daisyandhen.com.au

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Roll Up, Roll Up! Step right up kiddos, because boy-oh-boy do we have the most magnificent competition to dazzle and delight all kids great and small!

SHOWBAG TESTER!!

2 lucky winners will have the opportunity to fill the highest ranking and most sought after KIDDO job in all the land - a showbag tester!

On the morning of Thursday 16 August the 2 competition winners will test a selection of 400+ showbags ahead of this years Royal Adelaide Show. *Children must be aged between 4-12 years and accompanied by an adult Enter online at kiddomag.com.au Facebook @royaladelaideshow theshow.com.au

Let’s face it, everything that the Swedes do is good and cult label Fjällräven Kånken is no exception.

Kånken backpacks were launched in 1978 as a solution to back problems appearing in young school children. The bags began to appear at preschools and nature schools, and are now seen on the backs of children all over the world.

Originally hailing from the small town of Örnsköldsvik, a place renowned for its scenic landscapes, Fjällräven has developed into a global company that is committed to making nature more accessible with innovative and functional products. @fjallraven_au Available in store at USG - Myer Centre Adelaide (08) 8211 9922 usgstore.com.au

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Word Finders Club Find your inner child!

Jana Rushforth is a self-taught illustrator who rediscovered her creative side after the birth of her son. She began to see the world though childlike eyes again, which lead her to reconnect with what kids do best - exploring!

Inspired by nature, animals and adventure Jana created Word Finders Club. Her online shop produces handmade paper goods adorned with quirky, bright, whimsical cartoons.

Jana says ‘I encourage you to find your brave, curious and adventurous inner child, reconnecting with them could help you find your passion.’

Both the young, and the young at heart, can appreciate these playful, inventive designs, which come in the form of greeting cards, prints and milestone cards.

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Changes to the Government Child Care Package…

What you need to know As part of the new Child Care Subsidy, the number of hours of subsidised care you’ll be entitled to will be based on your level of recognised activity. Understanding the different types of activity that will be recognised is key to maximising your child are subsidy.

The good news is there’s a broad range of recognised activities that you can undertake to maximise your child care subsidy.

•P aid work: includes paid leave, paid or unpaid parental and maternity leave if this is a condition of employment, or being selfemployed.

• Study and training: includes being enrolled in an approved course of education or study, or being enrolled in training courses for the purpose of improving the individual’s work skills or employment prospects.

If you are one of the thousands of parents who rely on child care to help support the day-to-day juggle of family life you’ve probably heard that there are changes coming to the Government’s child care package.

From 2 July 2018, the Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate will be replaced by a single Child Care Subsidy. Each family could be affected differently by the new child care package. We’ve compiled a list of key things you need to know to help your family prepare for the changeover.

However, the changeover to the new Child Care Subsidy will not be automatic. If you don’t already have one, register now for a myGov account as this is how the government will communicate with you about what you need to do to transition to the new subsidy system and how families can update their activity information.

You will need to complete a Child Care Subsidy assessment and apply for the Child Care Subsidy with Centrelink.

• Unpaid work: includes unpaid work in the family business which is owned by a member of the individual’s immediate family, actively setting up a business, or unpaid work experience or internships.

• Actively looking for work: includes looking for job vacancies, preparing résumés and job applications, contacting potential employers, or preparing for and attending job interviews.

• Setting up a business: includes obtaining finance, advice and support, attending and organising meetings and networking, developing business and marketing plans.

• Your level of fortnightly activity such as work, study or volunteering, and

• Volunteering: includes voluntary work to improve work skills or employment prospects, voluntary work for a charitable, welfare or community organisation, voluntary work for a school, preschool or a centre based day care service.

For extra support you can contact the myGov helpdesk on 13 23 07, select Option 1.

• The type of child care service your family attends.

Generally, the more hours of activity you do, the more hours of subsidised child care you

This information was proudly provided by the team at Goodstart Early Learning.

There are three pieces of information that will determine how much subsidy you will receive: • Your family’s combined income

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can access – up to 100 hours per fortnight, per child. Don’t underestimate how much activity you do!

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Quiet Time @ Shoes And Sox Shoes & Sox is going to great lengths (and widths) for the perfect fit.

Now situated in Westfield Marion and TTP, Shoes & Sox is a kids shoe store really going the extra mile when it comes to service. Both stores are now offering special needs appointments to those who require them.

Shoes & Sox understand that some children become overwhelmed when shopping in big, bright, new environments. Staff are happy to arrange pre-booked appointments during their quieter times or before/after trading hours to cater for those that need a little bit of extra time and care when being fitted for shoes. Just call the store to arrange a time that suits you.

Another heart-warming service offered by Shoes & Sox is their ‘Milestone Moments’. Having a first shoe fitted is a milestone that we often forget to capture. Staff love to share these ‘firsts’ and will always do their best to help parents celebrate these occasions: • First pair of shoes and shoe fitting – Shoes & Sox will snap a Polaroid photo of your little one in both of these big boy/girl moments. They will then place the pic in a magnetic frame as a keepsake with the date and size of their first pair.

• Learning to Lace – This can be a tricky fine motor skill to master.

Shoes & Sox help facilitate the process by providing a card with shoelaces to practice. This also doubles as a certificate of congratulations.

• First school shoes – Starting school is a milestone that families prepare for long before their child’s first day. To celebrate this occasion, and the final piece of their new school uniform, your child will be given a certificate of ‘achievement’ with their name, shoe size and date. Cute!

Marion Shop 1085 Westfield Marion, 297 Diagonal Rd, Oaklands Park SA 5046 08 82961209 Tea Tree Plaza Shop 142 Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, 976 North East Road, Modbury SA 5092 0881259891 shoesandsox.com.au @shoesandsoxau PHOTOGRAPHY BY @SANDYFBE

There’s something for everyone at the NEW Dymocks, Hyde Park 147 King William Rd, Unley SA 5061 (08) 8271 8514 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

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Design in mind This stylish mum of one has seamlessly transitioned from hospitality to retail bringing us Adelaide’s newest one-stop-design-shop.

We chat to Karah, owner and buyer of HEYDAY, about how she has hand-picked her products while staying true to her core principals of sustainability, creativity and ethically produced goods for the family and home.

TELL US ABOUT THE CONCEPT FOR HEYDAY? AND HOW IT CAME ABOUT.

HEYDAY Store is about showcasing beautiful and useful things from small and independent makers. We've taken a 'general store' approach to stocking the store, and carry goods for kids, women and home - in each instance though, we are passionately enthusiastic about the pieces we bring to the store and believe, now more than ever, it is important to value the things we purchase and to know something about where they came from and who made them.

We also wanted to create a space that brings back pleasure in browsing, in taking the time to handle and experience the wares in person, and in making mindful purchases that will last.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BRANDS THAT YOU STOCK?

The list of makers we stock so far cover local, national and international territory and many of the goods we have in-store have not been available in Adelaide before.

In some cases, the makers we're stocking only have a very limited presence Australia-wide.

We have plenty of ethically produced apparel, handcrafted children's toys, organic textiles, ceramics and jewellery, and a tightly edited selection of books.

Some of the makers we carry for children include Taninaka, the Wandering Workshop, Buck & Baa, Pappe, Mad About Mini, Le Edit, Dove & Dovelet, One Two Tree, Pashom, and Linen & Lime.

For women we have Baggu, Vege Threads, Good Studios, Julie White, Sophie Monet, Pansy and Happy in Finland (amongst others), while our list of home goods makers includes Futagami, Klay NZ, E Heid Ceramics, Subtle Bodies, and Addition Studios.

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KARAH & SIDNEY

WHAT WAS THE REASONING BEHIND HAVING SUCH A UNIQUE LIST OF BRANDS?

own (Pickle in the Middle) - it really helps that we know each other well and are all on the same page about what we're doing at HEYDAY.

We really want to offer a selection of goods that are hard to find elsewhere and to make sure that when customers shop with us, they not only find something unique, but something that has a compelling story behind it in terms of the maker's creative processes or the sustainability of their business practices.

When I had Sidney and started looking at buying things for kids, I realised there wasn't the selection available in Adelaide that I was hoping for, so we are proud to stock makers who aren't around everywhere else and to focus on organic fibres for the apparel and natural materials for the toys.

TELL US ABOUT SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE LOCAL DESIGNERS?

WHAT CAN WE EXPECT TO SEE IN THE FUTURE AT HEYDAY STORE?

There is a real untapped stream of talent in Adelaide and maybe not enough local independent stores to showcase it, so we are loving presenting wares from E Heid Ceramics, Julie White, Linen & Lime, Good Studios and Weft Textiles amongst others.

Our web shop is almost ready to launch and is the next major development for us, which will be a great way for people to browse our wares from the comfort of their own living rooms!

Then we are bringing in some new pieces from a few more hand selected makers that we're really excited about - stay tuned for that!

YOU OPENED THE STORE NOT LONG AFTER YOUR FIRST SON SIDNEY WAS BORN, HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO DO BOTH AT THE SAME TIME AND HAS HE INFLUENCED WHAT YOU BUY?

The store runs on lots of late nights at the moment, but that's OK because I'm loving combining motherhood with a start-up business that I feel passionate about! I also have a terrific pair of girls working with me at HEYDAY who were with me at the cafe I used to

We welcome HEYDAY with open arms and any other stores that give us more choice and source beautiful things both locally and from around the globe. @heyday.store 08 8272 9146 154 King William Road, Hyde Park heydaystore.com.au

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Baby Junction provides the kind of service and advice you just can’t Google.

Baby Junction is a South Australian owned business that offers over 1500 products, both in-store and online for just about everything bub related you could possibly think of.

Baby Junction owner Brooke Marett knows that the baby product market is saturated and that navigating through the maze of furniture, capsule, pram, toy and care options can be daunting for first time parents.

Brooke is proud of the one-on-one service that her store offers every customer, ‘We start with general conversation about what you are looking for, and then with a few key questions we are normally able to guide you towards the products that match your lifestyle fairly quickly.’

‘Parents love that we can take them from an overwhelming number of options down to a few quite simply, from there we find it flows easily through all the essentials.’

When selecting stock, Brooke looks for high quality, heirloom style products from all around the world that you can’t necessarily find in big department stores. Her three main requirements are safety, versatility and longevity.

Many of Baby Junction’s furniture items are cleverly designed to grow with your child. One of the many great brands stocked by the store is ‘Leander’. Leander is a Danish baby furniture company that produces

cots that convert to toddler beds and then couches. They also make change table dressers where you can remove the changer top in order to have a lovely chest of drawers as your little one grows.

Baby Junction also offers a range of unique services, designed to make new parenting life just that little bit easier. Brooke knows that purchasing all new baby products can be a strain on parents so she has also introduced a range of new items into the hire rotation. Baby Junction has always offered capsule hire, but now parents can hire car seats, prams, port-a-cots and bassinets. These items can be hired anywhere from 1 week to 6 months or more.

There is also a professional car seat installer on site 4 days a week to install your car seat, adjust rear facing car seats to forward facing ones, or even just to check up that everything looks safe on your own installation.

If you have a baby shower on the horizon, Baby Junction’s new online registry feature means that you can create a gift list at the click of a button and receive items that you actually need (and love) at your baby shower. @BABY.JUNCTION 08 8361 2200 365 Magill Rd, St Morris South Australia babyjunction.com.au

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Madri, Mum’s Breast Friend

In the words of Coco Chanel ‘Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live and what is happening’.

This is why we must rid ourselves of the idea that fashion should stop once we become mothers, especially while we are breastfeeding.

Motherhood is a celebration of life, so why not celebrate in style? We’re not talking designer gowns, we mean the kind of effortlessness and chic simplicity of Madri Collection. Their ‘ready-to-mother line’ empowers women to breastfeed everywhere and to remain stylish (and comfortable) while doing so.

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Madri Founders Ashley Melone and Danielle Walish were inspired by the Italian culture, which holds the mother on the highest pedestal and unapologetically celebrates style. They believe in superior garments, which allow mothers to nurse their baby effortlessly, whether at the breast or via pump.

Madri pieces are made in New York City from quality textiles with the intention of feeling good against the skin for both mother and babe. Each design has been cleverly tailored to allow access without feeling overexposed.

This aims to empower women to feel more comfortable breastfeeding in all situations: from their offices, to restaurants, to parties. @madricollection madricollection.com

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First Born Fears WORDS & P H OTO S ― DANI E L L E SY M E S

One thing in particular that I spent way too many hours stressing over was the shoulda, woulda, coulda’s with my first born child. Hindsight is a beautiful thing and it’s particularly glorious when it comes to having kids.

I’m an over-thinker, always have been, always will be. One thing in particular that I spent way too many hours stressing over was the shoulda, woulda, coulda’s with my first born child.

Hindsight is a beautiful thing and it’s particularly glorious when it comes to having kids. Oh man how I would love to go back to “new Mum me”, gently sit me down and reassure myself that just because the sweet potato I recently puréed isn’t organic doesn’t mean it’s going to kill him!

Now that I have a second child, who suffers from a severe case of the ‘second child syndrome,’ I look back on “new Mum me” and chuckle (ok, I cringe) at some of the things I thought I absolutely had to say and do in order to raise a healthy, stable and respectable member of society. Firstly, I would stop looking at my 2 month old and assume that the smallest thing such as trapped flatulence meant something.

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Secondly, I’d tell ‘new Mum me’ that it’s ok that you are struggling with breastfeeding, lots of women do! Formula isn’t going to slow down his brain development, formula isn’t going to stunt his growth and formula isn’t going to make him grow a tail! My boobs didn’t work very well for either of my kids but come round 2 I didn’t beat myself up. I tried a few different things and when they didn’t work I grabbed the bottle out of the cupboard, poured myself a glass of wine from it and subbed in my husband.

Formula isn’t going to slow down his brain development, formula isn’t going to stunt his growth and formula isn’t going to make him grow a tail!

As a photographer I shoot a lot of new mums and I see the fear in their eyes when their baby starts crying mid-shoot. The fear of embarrassment, the fear of not knowing what to do, the fear of judgement. It’s funny to me now that I used to get so embarrassed when my first born cried. I felt I had to portray to everyone that I was a perfect mum with a perfect baby that slept all night and never cried. If my second born cries now I couldn’t give two hoots if I get those ‘get your baby under control stares’. I know now that if my baby is crying it’s because she needs me to be calm and to comfort her, so hastily trying to shoosh her with panic in my eyes ain’t helpin’ no one!

As new mums we over-think everything and we are sucked into buying anything that Baby Bunting will sell us. Let me tell you ladies... that special milk warmer that costs $249 is also best know as a microwave. The breastfeeding pillow, yeah that’s just a regular old pillow and don’t

get me started on the nappy bins! From prams to baby carriers to the safest car seat Germany has to offer we are sucked in hook, line and sinker because they all prey on our biggest fear: the fear that if we don’t have the latest Bugaboo or $28 chemical-free bubble bath we’re not doing our job properly as mums. We are told that we need all this crap or our babies might die, and that’s no exaggeration! I genuinely believed when I had my first baby that if I didn’t properly sterilise every single thing that went in his mouth that he would contract some kind of terminal illness. Now if my second born eats banana off the bathroom floor with dog hair stuck to it I tell myself ‘meh, it’s building her immune system’.

As new mums we assume the worst of situations and I think that’s why come round 2, even though you are now officially outnumbered, it’s so much easier. You know what to expect; you know that 2 hourly feeds won’t last forever, that colic will eventually pass and those little whiteheads on his cheeks will clear up on their own without you having to try and squeeze them all.

So, to all of the new mums out there currently living in a pit of self doubt and fear, just know that it does get easier. Not because the tasks get easier, god no, you still have toilet training ahead of you! But, you will grow more confident and you will start to realise that you are actually pretty bloody good at this whole parenting thing... and by round two or three you will be the Roger Federer of the Mum world (just with a lot less money and really stretched nipples).

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Leadership Qualities

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At a recent parent/teacher interview for our teenager, one of her teachers told us she had leadership potential. This was not news to me.

Not because I am one of those parents who blindly believes my children to be naturally superior, but simply because, as the eldest of three girls, Grace has no choice but to be a leader. Leadership had been thrust upon her from a tender age: the braider of her little sisters’ hair, DJ in charge of family playlists, hand-holder across busy roads and fall-back babysitter.

"Women only apply for jobs if they think they meet 100% of the criteria, for men that figure is 60%."

But, it was what the teacher said next that left me slightly taken aback.

He said he was making sure he gave her extra encouragement. To be a leader. Because she’s a GIRL. And girls are often reluctant to take on this role.

I shifted in my already uncomfortable plastic seat.

I wanted to get all up in his grill Oprah-at-theGolden-Globes style and point out that in my girl-dominated household (at least my husband has a boy dog to hang with) my daughters were crystal clear who run the world, if running the world did indeed turn out to be their career path of choice.

But then I remembered some sobering observations from Lean In, Sheryl Sandberg’s book on women and leadership, and I bit my tongue. She reports that women only apply for jobs if they think they meet 100% of the criteria, for men that figure is 60%. Women are also less likely to actively seek promotions, believing that if they work hard enough, recognition will eventually come their way. / 16

“Were you trying for a boy?” I was asked on an almost daily basis when I announced my third pregnancy after two girls.

The following thoughts did NOT go through my mind:

Nope.

• I hope she can still be a leader despite her obvious gender deficiency.

At the risk of an overshare, I was trying not to have any more children. (Sorry Frankie, we wouldn’t send you back.)

When another pink one emerged in the delivery room the following thoughts went through my mind: • The gas is wearing off and that really stung.

Really. Stung. (There were a few swear words in there too, let’s be honest.)

• Look at this perfect little human.

• Another girl. That will save money on clothes / shoes / toys.

• Another girl. I will never get into the bathroom.

• I wonder how long I can stay in hospital, have someone bring me meals and ask me how I’m feeling mentally and physically on a scale of 1 to 10, and take the baby when she cries.

• I wish she was a boy.

• Girls are going to be ok.

This year, for the first time on record, more women than men were appointed to the boards of Australia’s top 200 companies.

The UK has a female leader, as does Germany, and New Zealand’s Prime Minister is going to become a mother soon which will make running a country seem like a big ol’ piece of cake.

Girls can now play, not only netball, but footy and cricket at a professional level in front of big crowds and big television audiences.

Girls can harness a worldwide moment to stop sexual exploitation.

But there is still progress to be made.

Begrudgingly, I accept that Grace’s teacher’s endeavours to identify and promote future female leaders are still required and should be applauded. I only hope that in the not too distant future it won’t be necessary. @@RREEBBEECC CCAAMMOORRSSE10 E10

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A Different Ball Game

We chatted to Adelaide Grasshopper Soccer Coach Andrew Davidson to find out more: Why did you get involved with Grasshopper Soccer?

As a general sports lover, soccer is a great way to get kids into sport and an enjoyable social environment. Grasshopper Soccer was a program I could identify with as it’s fun based which helps the families grow their love of the game.

We understand a lot of your trainers are really into soccer, how has soccer benefited you personally?

Soccer is a great way to make friends and also keep fit. A team environment allowed me to grow as a person and meet many different people during my playing days. Now it’s a wonderful way to get kids outdoors and run a program to share my knowledge of the game.

Grasshopper Soccer is building children’s confidence in 24 locations across SA! Kids athletic capabilities come in all different shapes and sizes. It’s important to stay active and healthy, however, competitive sport can be scary for some little ones. Grasshopper Soccer is a community-based Australian soccer organisation that aims to teach children aged 2-12 the basics of playing soccer in a fun, social and non-competitive environment.

How does playing sport build up children’s confidence and help with their developmental learning?

As we are a program that begins at 2 years of age, the fact that our staff are very friendly and the kids do the sessions with their parents up to the age of 5, the families are able to see the kids grow socially as their confidence grows. This enables new friendships to form, new skills to be acquired and confidence to develop while trying new games at sessions.

Can you explain your tier system?

The system is used as a guide with groups 2-3yo (Mite-E), 4-5yo (Pint Size), 5-6yo (Intro to Micro), 6-8 yo (Micro) and 8-12yo (Micro Plus). As all kids are different development wise, we as staff make suggestions to parents as the kids develop when moving through the various stages of our program.

How do you ensure a safe/supportive environment for children with all different levels of capabilities?

All our staff are very enthusiastic and encouraging to help with this. As we promote self paced development, children are urged to try the next group when they feel they are ready.

Are your programs purely competitive?

No, not at all, our program is completely non-competitive and self paced.

What kind of feedback do you often get from your younger students?

Mainly that they love coming along with their mates and family to have fun and learn new skills.

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Mite-E Soccer (2-3yo) • A great introduction to soccer!

• Kids work with their parents • Learn new soccer skills • Develop their motor skills • Lots of fun games • Non-competitive environment Pint Size Soccer (4-5yo) • First kicks in soccer!

• Introduction to shooting, passing, dribbling and goal keeping • Play fun, skill based games • Introduction to the Pint Size 1v1 Big Game!

Intro to Micro (5-6yo) and Micro (6-8yo) • Ultimate challenge for young soccer players!

• Learn the rules of Grasshopper Soccer Big G ame • Develop skills in shooting, passing, dribbling and goal keeping Micro Plus (8-12yo) • Skills development and teamwork • Ideal preparation for club soccer • Fine-tune their skills • All the favourite fun based soccer based games • Play the Grasshopper Soccer Big Game!

Choose Your SA Venue

Grasshopper Soccer coaches recognise the importance of developing skills noncompetitively, allowing kids to develop relationships with their teammates, promote social and mental awareness along with improving physical prowess.

Each program provides a building block upon which children can improve their game and their character. More than just a game, Grasshopper soccer is a valuable addition to learning. Each session children are given the opportunity to interact in a stress-free environment, discovering how to share, take turns, listen to instructions and work as a team.

Choose Your Tier

Aldinga Beach Primary School Bellevue Heights Primary School Brighton Rugby Oval Bethany Christian School Coromandel Valley Primary School Crafers Primary School Gawler Sports & Community Centre Grange Centre Hawthorn Centre Kensington Gardens Reserve Lockleys Primary School Oval Mawson Lakes Centre McLaren Vale Primary School Mt Barker High School Munno Para Primary School Plympton Primary School Reynella East College Seaford Rise Primary School St.Peter’s Girls’ School Surrey Downs Primary School Unley High School Windsor Gardens Centre Woodcroft College Woodcroft Primary School

Contact grasshoppersoccer.com.au/south-australia Instagram: @grasshoppersoccer Facebook: @grasshoppersocceradelaide

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Winter Wellness In nature, winter is the season for hibernation and a time for rejuvenation. It’s the perfect time to focus inwards and build strength and stability in the body with the right food and wellness routine to support you through the colder months.

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◆ 1 65cm Coreball and Pump, PTP, Rebel Sport, $39.99 ◆ 2 Weekend Warrior Juice, Boost juice, $7.20 ◆ 3 Baby Lips, Maybelline, Chemist Warehouse, $1.6◆ 4 Vitamin B6 240mg, Blackmores, Chemist Warehouse, $7.49 ◆ 5 TPE Yoga Mat, Celsius, Rebel Sport, $29.99 ◆ 6 The Flexible Vegetarian by Jo Pratt, Myer, $39.99 ◆ 7 Luna 2 for Normal Skin, Foreo, Myer, $279 ◆ 8 Electric Spiraliser, Kenwood, Myer, $129 ◆ 9 Naturally Nourished by Sarah Britton, Myer, $39.99 ◆ 10 Mint Condition Juice, Boost Juice, $7.20 ◆ 11 Avocado Sushi, Cherry Blossom, Food Underground, $2.30 ◆ 12 Beef Pho, LovePho, Food Underground, $9.90 ◆ 13 Essential Jacket, Nike, Rebel Sport, $89.99 ◆ 14 Mask of Magnaminty, Lush, $16.95 ◆ 15 Wireless Headphones, Beats By Dre, Myer $399 ◆ 16 Kids Muscle Tank, Flo Active, Myer, $24.95 ◆ 17 Air Purifier, Dyson, Myer, $799 ◆ 18 Nike AIr Vapormax Flyknit 2 USG, $279 9 ◆ 19 Kids Classic Five Panel Climalite Cap, Adidas, Rebel Sport, $19.99 ◆ 20 Adidas Adibreak Pants Ash Green, USG, $99 ◆ 21 Kids Hem Leggings, Flo Active, Myer, $39.95 ◆ 22 New York Yankees 9Forty cap, USG, $39.99

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Roll up Roll up to Adelaide’s first ever KIDDO MARKETS at The Grounds on

SUNDAY June 24th

Market Directors – Jennifer Centenera and Charlotte Chambers with Mack, George and Gracie.

LEADER ST ENTRANCE, ADELAIDE SHOWGROUNDS

Gather your bestest buddies and crack open your piggy banks, because KIDDO MAG is teaming up with our favourite Adelaide market, GILLES AT THE GROUNDS and we have lots in store for you!

The historic Brick Dairy moocows at the Adelaide Showground will be moo-ving on over and making way for this full day event. Clear your schedules, because this amazing venue will allow families to enjoy indoor and outdoor activations and entertainment in a safe, spacious environment all day long!

Mums and bubs in prams will have plenty of room to navigate through an extensive product offering, with room for over 100 stallholders.

We are proudly supported by Brand South Australia and take great pleasure in bringing you a market absolutely packed to the brim with local designers, makers and creatives.

KIDDO MARKETS will also be the first Adelaide KID Maker Market. Our KIDDO makers are already hard at work planning baked goods, potted plants and succulents, crafts and of course, SLIME!

with the team from Goodstart Early Learning, get cosy with some four-legged friends from Rainbow Animal Farm and enjoy FREE face painting!

Also on offer for parents is FREE First Aid demonstrations by St John First Aid.

9.30 – Mr Oopie Show

We are excited to treat ourselves to a little bit of shopping on the day, however we also remember that there are people more in need than us. KIDDO Markets and MumKIND are working together to benefit Mums and their babes right across SA and we’d love your support. We need lots-and-lots-a-socks!

11.30AM - Mr Oopie Show

We’d be thrilled if you brought along a pair of nice (new), warm socks for a Mummy, a young boy or young girl in need. Any size, any brand and any colour – let’s warm some toes this winter.

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10AM- First Aid demonstration by St Johns How to deal with infant choking 10:30 - Mr Oopie Bubble Show 11AM - Live performances by Katie Wright AKA Mimi from ABC For Kids Hoopla Doopla show 12PM - First Aid demonstration by St Johns - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in children 1PM - Live performances by Katie Wright AKA Mimi from ABC For Kids Hoopla Doopla show 2PM - First Aid demonstration

by St Johns - Recognition and treatment of anaphylaxis and asthma

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Nature Play SA – Autumn Mask Making Kid and Hub –Activity station

Oh and don’t worry… YES there is also coffee available, strong coffee.

Families will also be able to participate in sensory play with Kid & Hub, DIY Autumn leaf mask making with Nature Play SA, take home a DIY self-portrait

PLAN YOUR DAY WITH FREE ACTIVITIES

KIDDO MARKETS offers the perfect FREE family day out and is conveniently located alongside the popular Adelaide Showground Farmers Market. Grab some fresh, seasonal produce and gourmet small goods on your way home for Sunday dinner!

Is that a rumbly tummy we hear? We’d never let you go hungry so there will be a range of delicious and nutritious food offerings from local vendors and food trucks on standby!

Pardon our excitement, but boy oh boy have we nailed it with these awesome guests... Mr Oopy & Katie Wright AKA Mimi from ABC Kids Hoopla Doopla show will be performing two FREE live performances throughout the day!

WHAT'S ON

Something on Saturday at Adelaide Festival Centre - Crayola colouring station Katie Wright AKA Mimi from ABC Kids Hoopla Doopla show

Rainbow Animal Farm Goodstart Early learning – Portrait painting Face painting Tennis Stars– activity station Sleepie Teepie – Installation

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• Little Big Balloon Co

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• MY CREATIVE CHILD + LITTLE PICASSOS • ONE HARPER LANE • PRETTY FIT • PRETTY MINI ME • SMALLPRINT • SWEETFACE SPRINKLES • WORD FINDERS CLUB

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• GOLDIE + ACE • LITTLE BOO • LITTLE LION BOUTIQUE • LITTLE PARKS • LUNA & LUXE • MARC RAFA WATCHES • NUMBERS & LETTERS • OSKAR'S WOODEN ARK • PINKERBELL DOOR STOPPERS • PIP AND LENNY • PLAY POUCH AUSTRALIA • HEYDAY STORE • THAT'S CUTE • THE BLACK SHEEP OF WOODSIDE • THE INDI CO • THE INFANT BOUTIQUE • TOYS 2 LEARN • TRES CHIC CHILDRENS BOUTIQUE • UGLY SWAN • WILI HEAT BAGS • WILSON'S ANCHOR • KIREI HANDMADE • WHALES AND WOMBATS • BABY HUTT & CO. • INDI & FREY • THE BABY STYLISTS

FOOD • CLOUD THEORY MARSHMALLOW • COFFEE PEDLAR • FRITTER FIX • GANG GANG • JUICE EXCUSE • OLD SCHOOL BUS • OZZIE GOZLEME • SKYDOODLES • UBER FOOD GOURMET

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A Creative Life

W O R DS — B E L I N D A B R A C A L E

P H O T O S — M E A G H A N CO L E S

Mariana Mezic is one busy mama. Her instagram bio reads: ‘mama, artist, she-wolf and part time unicorn’.

She divides her time between a farm and a beach house with her super squad – husband Matt and their four kids Kiki (15), Polly (13), Felix (6) and Gracie (3).

If that isn’t busy enough, she’s also responsible for three dogs, three cats and four horses. Oh, and she’s the talented artist behind the Adelaide CabaretFestival’s 2018 artwork.

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“The struggle is real at this end,” Mariana laughs. “Matt copes with the chaos far better than I do, he keeps a level head, I let my hot European blood takeover a lot!”

Coming from a large Croatian household, Mariana is all too familiar with chaotic and loud families. But when she fell pregnant at 30 with her first born, Kiki, the idea of parenting, or even having a big family, wasn’t something she had planned.

“It was a happy possibility of perhaps ‘one day’ in my head. Then as the first two got older, the idea of a bustling household really appealed to me. When we moved to the hills we had two more because well, farm fresh air and no TV,” she laughs.

It wasn’t long after the first two kids that Mariana started feeling the mum pressures of having it ‘all together’. However, over the 12-year age gap between the younger kids, she noticed the parenting landscape change.

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“I feel I can be more honest and open about the struggles of motherhood now. Nobody was talking about that back then. I felt very alone, very isolated and no voice to be honest about how hard it all was,” she admits.

“The climate is different these days. People are encouraged to openly discuss the trials and tribulations of parenthood. I mean, motherhood is a sloppy, icky, drippy, sleep-deprived mess of emotions and struggles - and the most beautiful, heavenly, heart-bursting, stunning journey you’ll undertake.”

And yes, the juggle is real.

“It’s a constant juggle!” she exclaims. “One minute you’re dealing with teenage dilemmas and dramas and the next, the 3 year old has lobbed a block at her brother’s head.”

“Dealing with a toddler and the constant demanding nature of them is polar opposites to dealing with the teens who go into themselves and become somewhat aloof. They do the eye rolling, suddenly have opinions and know it all.”

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In the spirit of juggling - and what mums do best - Mariana turns to her happy place: her art. It’s a talent that gives her energy to be a stronger, happier woman, and often represents where she’s at in her life.

“It’s messy, it’s colourful, it’s crazy and intense.

When I turn up to a white piece of paper, I’m not a mum or wife. I’m back to just me and I’ve found that so important to bring that back to mum life.”

Inspired by life events, her artwork features fierce women as the hero – someone Mariana aspired to be. And something the Adelaide Cabaret Festival had their eye on.

“The divine Ali McGregor (director of Cabaret festival) found my work on Instagram. Her theme for the festival was eyes open, and when you view my work the eyes are the first thing that grab you,” she explains.

“She kindly asked if I’d be up for doing a painting for them and I screamed YES! To go from hanging up loads of washing to presenting my work to a whole city is an absolute thrill to say the least.”

Between the kids, farm and her artwork, it’s easy to think Mariana ‘does it all’. But she’s quick to shut down that notion.

“Ha! By no means do I do it all. Something always suffers. Sometimes my motherhood suffers and I’m not nearly as present as I need to be and mother guilt kicks in. Sometimes my art suffers when I dive into motherhood and feel the pressure to be one of these baking/ knitting/active supermums who have it all running smoothly. I struggle with balance and perhaps I always will.”

“The only thing we have here in spades is love for each other and that’s the only thing I will go into battle for, the rest is all a sloppy mess and I’m actually ok with that.”

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BABY BIBLE! WORDS―OLIVIA WILLIAMS

As a successful entrepreneur, lifestyle blogger, brand ambassador, television and radio host and mother of four children, one could be forgiven for wondering how Bec Judd could possibly find time to do more. On top of all that, Bec has recently launched her first book, The Baby Bible - the ultimate baby book for modern mums, we chat to Bec about how she does it!

HOW DID YOU COME ABOUT WRITING THE BABY BIBLE?

Writing a book is something that was always a distant goal. I didn’t know what I wanted to write about, but I’d always thought I’d love to write a book one day. Publishing the blog, I cover so many lifestyle areas, from fashion, beauty and food, to interiors and events.

When I ended up having four children and started writing more about baby routines and feeding, I thought “this is my jam now, I know what I’m doing.” I don’t think you can quite write a book after you’ve had two babies, but after I had four I knew I was well qualified!

TELL US A BIT ABOUT THE BOOK AND HOW NEW AND PREGNANT MUMS CAN BENEFIT FROM IT?

With a name like ‘The Baby Bible’, we really had to encompass the entire pregnancy and newborn baby journey. It’s a month by month guide, but it has my personal story interwoven into the months. My entire medical team have also contributed so it covers all the professional advice, as well as my story and lifestyle elements like recipes, lists and routines. It really is, I think, everything from the entire journey and I’ve told it in a very raw, honest, funny way that I think has been missing in baby books gone by. I wanted people to be able to really connect with my journey and relate it to theirs.

HOW IMPORTANT WAS YOUR DREAM TEAM OF MEDICAL EXPERTS IN YOUR PREGNANCIES?

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I was in the best hands. I’m a mad researcher so I researched a lot to find out what was happening with my body and how people could help me. As well as what was happening with the babies from a sleep-science perspective and who was the best person to see. Oscar was a terrible sleeper and when he was six weeks old I was at breaking point.

That’s when I realised how important it was to outsource to professionals if you don’t know what you’re doing. It’s okay to say I’m not super mum and I can’t do this all by myself because if I do, I’m going to have a nervous breakdown.

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"It’s okay to say I’m not super mum and I can’t do this all by myself because if I do, I’m going to have a nervous breakdown" I wanted to have a tone throughout the book of women supporting each other. Don’t compare your baby to others or your routine to others, just pick and choose what you need and adapt it to your baby. I want mums to read it and go “it’s ok if I did it like this, but my mum or girlfriend did it like this” just to stop the judgement, comparison and guilt. The tone of the book in that way was very considered.

ARE YOU A NATURALLY ORGANISED PERSON? HAS HAVING KIDS CHANGED THIS?

I always used to be the one who would text or email back straight away, return calls, and never, ever, be late. Now I’m always the last-minute canceller, 15-20 minutes late to everything, never get back to my friends.

It’s completely changed me. I prioritise my children and they work to their own schedule so it’s been a big shock actually. I’m not used to always apologising, but I’m just in a different part of my life and you’ve got to prioritise your family.

CAN YOU TELL US SOME OF THE THINGS YOU TRY TO MAKE TIME FOR IN TERMS OF FITNESS, BEAUTY, FOOD AND WELLNESS?

I try to make those things fit in over a week. If I have a crazy work schedule and I barely see my kids, the next day I will try to schedule in a day with them. I do cardio tennis on a Tuesday morning, Wednesday Chris and I do date night, so we have a babysitter and we’ll either play tennis, watch a movie or do dinner. Throughout the week, I try and get that balance right and it’s been engineered over time, I haven’t always been good at it but I feel like I’m at a good place now.

CAN YOU SHARE ANY FINAL WORDS OF WISDOM FOR NEW MUMS?

Just enjoy the ride. Everyone says this and I know it’s cliché, but they do grow up so fast.

Even when you’re going through a bad patch and are kind of hating on life, just know that it doesn’t last forever. I remember when Oscar was a newborn thinking “I hate this, this is never going to end, I’ve ruined my life” and that only feels like yesterday and now he’s about to turn seven. So just know that it doesn’t last forever and you will get through it.

This is just a taste of all the wisdom within The Baby Bible and it’s such a relatable read from someone who is a hands-on mum, who keeps it real and after birthing four babies, clearly has experience up her sleeve which she wants to share to remind all mamas that we’re in this together. It’s clear that Bec is driven, ambitious and family oriented, and that she has experienced so much of what motherhood can throw at you.

A woman of many talents, she can now add published author to her expansive list of career accomplishments. Without doubt, however, her greatest achievements to date are her beautiful children, Oscar, Billie and twins Tom and Darcy.

INSTAGRAM — @BECJUDD FACEBOOK — /REBECCAJUDDLOVES REBECCAJUDDLOVES.COM

The Baby Bible is Published by Allen & Unwin and is available at all good book stores.

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The Feeding Facts

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here wouldn’t be a parent who hasn’t sat at a table exhausted by a fussy toddler or fretted with a baby refusing a bottle or even been in awe of an eleven year old who’s eating the cupboards bare - and wondered whether it’s normal.

At National Pharmacies, the health advisers and pharmacists talk to parents every day about questions that arise around nutrition for children – and what IS normal.

The fact is that each stage of your child’s development can present new challenges, some of those will pass quickly and other’s can cause a lot of stress and worry.

The thing to remember is that you can always come into National Pharmacies with your questions and they can offer not just advice on products, but as most of the staff are also parents, we have a lot of practical advice and experience that can help alleviate some of your concerns.

BABIES – How do I introduce bottle-feeding / formula?

Breast-feeding is a great start for babies but for a range of reasons, a lot of mothers look to supplement breast-feeding with a bottle of breast milk or alternatively introduce formula. The first thing to remember is, this is okay! Being a mother is about finding the balance that feels right for you and know that at National Pharmacies they will support you in all the options available.

Successfully introducing a bottle and or formula will mean a change from what your baby will be used to so it can be a tricky stage. Each baby is different so the first part will be choosing a brand of bottle and teat shape that they feel comfortable with.

To help with this you can expect the staff to ask about whether your baby has a dummy, what your breast-feeding experience has been like and any concerns you may have had along the way. They can then talk you through the options and also the hygiene considerations of using bottles.

Key in this process is knowing that sometimes it can take a couple of different attempts to find the right combination, so consider just buying one bottle and teat as a start with before investing in multiple.

TODDLERS – Help!

My toddler will only eat crackers and boiled pasta!

Dealing with fussy toddlers can send anyone round the bend and apart from the frustration of all the wasted food, there is also the concern that nutritionally; they aren’t getting what their growing bodies need.

So, what to do? First thing to realise is that it’s highly unlikely that this will be more than just a stage. Most children go through it and eventually a diet that exists of crackers and

boiled pasta, just gets boring. Secondly, pick your battles. Turning every mealtime into a stressful time for you and them won’t help. As a family decide on how you are going to approach it and then be consistent. And finally, the triggers that will raise the fussy flag are many and varied and can be individual to each child and even from one day to the next.

Ideas that make mealtime fun for children can be great, but can also make food preparation exhausting, try and keep it simple and if you find something they like, try different versions of that – with a few sneaky extras hidden in! (mix peas into mashed potato for ‘spotty mash’ or hide pretty much anything in home-made sausage rolls).

CHILDREN – They say they’re hungry ALL the time!

As children grow, there are definite ‘growth spurts’ and you can sometimes notice these through the weekly food bill! Children, particularly in their late childhood years leading up to becoming a teenager, can consume more food than seems humanely possible.

The trickiest aspect of this time is that left to their own devices most children will gravitate to foods that are ‘quick’ which can lead to unhealthy habits forming. Setting good examples by having plenty of quick healthy options available will help as will possibly going back to an earlier dinnertime to minimise ongoing snacking. Children who are active with sport and other physical activity will need extra snacks to take with them.

But be realistic, most children won’t reach for the carrot and celery sticks no matter how easy you make it for them, so this is where a well planned family meal can make sure a balanced diet is still key. You’ll also have more luck encouraging better choices during the week if there is a point that you sit down and indulge in pizza, burgers or other ‘treat’ food.

If you’re concerned about the amount your child is eating (too much / too little) or what they are eating, speak to one of the health advisers at National Pharmacies and they can help.

And remember, no question is silly and chances are, they will have heard it before! nationalpharmacies.com.au

If you’re worried about your toddlers diet there are also nutritional supplements and formulas that can support your toddler (and you!) through this stage so you can be sure they are getting everything they need.

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Benefit your body during pregnancy with Pilates TRAINER ― JOANNE THIELE PHOTOS ― NABULA BRDAR

One of the great things you can do for yourself during pregnancy is sleep (we all know stockpiling before bubs comes is a necessity), jokes jokes… seriously, it’s actually Pilates (ok, plus maybe a little extra sleep!).

It’s no secret that our bodies change a lot during pregnancy and due to both the physical and systemic changes we go through, it’s completely normal for mobility to decrease.

This results in increased difficulty getting in and out of bed (nobody wants difficulty in delaying the process of getting into bed for precious sleep), the car, and even simply changing positions; you know what we’re talking about - for some of us, pregnancy can make you feel like an older, lethargic and less mobile version of yourself. Pilates allows the body to exercise during pregnancy in the greatest, safest, range of motion.

Once your little one arrives, you’ll find the importance of exercise even more critical not just physically, but also to help reduce stress, manage fatigue, enjoy ‘me time’ (yes to clarify, once you’re a mama and responsible for keeping a mini human alive 24/7, exercise technically counts as ‘me time’) and lead to an overall better quality of life.

Pilates can help strengthen the body (and mind) to prepare it for the demands of motherhood.

The stronger the muscles are, the less the skeletal system needs to take the brunt of the force of having to carry a baby, push a pram and the general daily demands of motherhood. Too much pressure on the joints can lead to pain and injury, so Pilates can definitely aid in this.

A more mobile, strong and functional body allows for an improved ability to do daily tasks, without pain or constantly feeling tired. Can I get a heck, yes! And the specialised exercises of Pilates can also help get the body back to its pre-baby form faster (yes, we’re all keen for this), allowing you to go back to sport, running around, and doing your usual activities without complications.

One other thing, strengthening the, ahem, pelvic floor is also an important part of recovery post-pregnancy and birth. Pilates has a great focus on working the pelvic floor and strengthening the muscle both in isolation but also during movement. This can help the management of any birth related pelvicfloor based issues, including incontinence.

As your bump grows and your hormones change, it can send your posture into disarray.

Pilates focuses on the muscles that maintain good posture and joint positioning, so that these changes are minimised.

And don’t stress, it’s fairly normal to experience some aches and pains as the baby grows.

Stronger muscles help with supporting the joints and, in turn, can help manage some of the ongoing aches that you may experience. Getting the muscles working, can also help pump fluid around the system and give circulation a boost which is really beneficial during pregnancy. Plus, being a strength-based exercise, Pilates also preserves muscle mass - yes, please!

When we think of pregnancy and fitness, we usually neglect - let’s be honest, don’t even give any thought to - exercising our upper body, but it’s actually very important for when your new bundle of joy has arrived earth-side.

Having stronger arms makes it easier to carry and hold bubs (and the capsule, nappy bag, pram and ten thousand other new additions to your daily routine), as well as helping decrease any strain on the neck and shoulders.

In terms of exercise during pregnancy, safety is a key concern, and this is where Pilates really comes into its own. Note, however, that not all Pilates classes are created equal.

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PI L AT E S M A M AS! These three mums are regulars at Studio Pilates Henley Beach and swear by pregnancy pilates.

Find out how pilates has aided them during the different stages of their pregnancies!

Kyrrin Started at Studio Pilates during pregnancy and gave birth 7 weeks ago. She has just returned to classes.

“Pilates kept me feeling good and positive about my labour. It also helped my recovery which means I can return to doing light exercise sooner. Keeping fit is very important to me. Returning to Pilates is helping me keep a strong core, upper body and lower body. All very important when lifting, carrying and caring for a new born.”

Jaliesa Was a client prior to getting pregnant and is due in August.

Studio Pilates at Adelaide City, Henley Beach and Norwood offers dedicated Pregnancy classes, so you can continue to workout both pre and post your pregnancy. Their Pregnancy Pilates classes have been carefully developed by a team of physiotherapists, designed with the safety and wellbeing of mums-to-be and baby in mind, and offer a great option to safely strengthen and tone the entire body. With a focus on the core and pelvic floor muscles, Pregnancy Pilates will help you achieve healthy posture, great balance and strength all while rewarding you with a more comfortable pregnancy and faster recovery time post-pregnancy. Regular classes are generally suitable until 14 weeks into your pregnancy, however, their specialty Pregnancy classes are safe to attend throughout your entire pregnancy.

For more information visit www.studiopilates.com or alternatively phone the studios; Adelaide: 08 8231 4995, Henley Beach / Norwood: 08 8431 7005

“It’s great to go to the pregnancy classes and focus on my own mental and physical wellbeing and be in a class with other people going through pregnancy.”

Melissa Started Pilates during her pregnancy and is due at the end of June.

“Pilates has definitely helped stabilise my back and hips. In previous pregnancies this was an issue for me. I had carpal tunnel, now my pregnancy related carpal tunnel has completely disappeared!”

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KIDDO heard you’re hungry and now we’re ready to whet your appetite! In this foodie feature we will spill the beans on some finger lickin’ good recipes, cooking schools and healthy eats!

Lately there has been a buzz around the worldwide threat to the honey bee population We have some bite-sized facts on why honey bees are so important when it comes to the food on our dinner table. It seems like we’d be in a bit of a pickle without them so we also have some easy-as-pie ways you can attract more bees at home!

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It’s a buzz, buzz, buzz, Buzzby!

PHOTOS ― JEREMY GR AMP PHOTOS ― CHRISTOPHER BUTCHER

WORDS MARIA ZOTTI

Honey bees have long played a part in children’s popular culture, way back from Do-Bee in Romper Room to today’s popular TV characters, Buzzby and Maya the Bee. If you ask a child what bees do, they’ll probably be quick to tell you that they make honey. Which of course is correct – for European honey bees. But the City of Adelaide are keen to raise awareness about the important role that our less-famous native bees play.

Why are native bees important?

In Adelaide, there are more than 200 species of native bees and they play an important role in the effective pollination of native flowering plants. Many of these plants cannot be pollinated by introduced bees, such as the European honey bee or bumblebee.

Some native bee species are also great at pollinating some of the plant species that have been introduced to Australia.

Australian farmers rely heavily on honey bees to pollinate crops. In fact, bees pollinate almost 80 per cent of our food!

However, some species of native bees, like the Blue banded bee variety, can be better pollinators for some plants (like the tomato) than European bees. Blue banded bees use a technique called ‘buzz-pollination’ that shakes pollen from flowers – several plant species require a vibration for its flowers to release their pollen. Because some native bees have this ability they can make our tomatoes taste better!

Around the world, bee populations are in severe decline. In Australia, native bees are threatened by scarce food sources, a lack of suitable habitat, the use of herbicides and pesticides, climate change, and competition with the European honey bee for food. Having a diversity of pollinating species in abundance helps maintain healthy ecosystems, and a healthy planet!

Things to Do at Home to Attract More Bees • GARDENING TIPS: ◆

lant more bee food!

P - native plants that flower from early spring to late autumn - buzz-pollinated native plants such as Solanum, Hibbertia and Dianella species. Also, veggie garden plants such as tomatoes, eggplants and potatoes.

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Let them Bee! Most native bees tend to live alone, they might prefer homes in wood, gaps between rocks, the stem of plants or even underground. Typically, they are not protecting a hive, so they tend to be less aggressive and you are less likely to be stung by a native bee. The native bees that do build hives are stingless. In any case, it is wise to always take care around bees and keep your distance where possible.

So, what’s the buzz in Adelaide?

Teaming up with several local councils and the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board, the City of Adelaide has joined a global movement to protect and increase native bee populations. The project so far has involved: educating the community on what native bees need for food and nests, how to build native bee nests in your own community (affectionately known as ‘Native Bee Hotels’ or ‘Native Bee BnBs’), installing bee hotels at several places along the River Torrens during community ‘Working Bees’, and planting special gardens to attract the bees.

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aim is to replicate a variety of different types of habitat that bees like, for example: - dry dead material with various sized holes like bamboo, wood, pithy stems - create small holes in wood, bricks etc.

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There will be three native bee hotels around the city for families to visit with two along the River Torrens and one in Wirraninthi (GS Kingston Park). The native bee hotels will be an opportunity for you to possibly spot and learn more about the bees, and see what flowers they are attracted to.

If you would like to find out more information about the native bee hotels and how you can attract native bees to your own backyard visit cityofadelaide.com.au/native-bees for all the details.

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Kiddo friendly eats.

Eating out with tots in tow doesn’t have to be a disaster and there are so many incredible, accommodating places to eat where the food, atmosphere and customer service is wonderful and kids are more than welcome.

We’ve put together a list (aka your new go-to guide) of some of Adelaide’s top KIDDO FRIENDLY eateries and stay tuned, because coming soon to kiddomag.com.au will be our brand spanking new online directory filled with Adelaide’s KIDDO FRIENDLY CERTIFIED eateries and we can’t wait to share it with you.

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ZEEA’S

PIZZATECA

ART GALLERY CAFE

With two handy locations; Portrush Road and The Brickworks, Zeea’s is all about the experience: which is built on strong family values and topnotch customer service. Zeea’s is family friendly and somewhere that you immediately feel happy upon arrival. Their food is so delicious and they have a strong focus on locally sourced and traditional recipes. The menu is filled to the brim with so many options to cater for all dietary requirements, plus a kids menu with nutritious options. This will fast become a family favourite that you return to again and again and again.

Pizzateca is the bees knees and one of the first restaurants that immediately came to mind when we began compiling our list of KIDDO FRIENDLY eateries. If you haven’t been there yet, you’re in for a real treat and we’re kind of jealous you get to have that first time experience.

Pizzateca is all. about. family. It’s run by the sweetest, warmest family you will ever meet, all the staff there are so inviting, accommodating and lovely and the food is next level; you’ll feel like you’re eating at nonna’s house. There is so much room for your tiny tots to run around and don’t worry about them making noise, the more noise, the better, it adds to the atmosphere. And FYI, their Spritz’s and Tiramisu are a must for the mamas and the papas.

The Art Gallery itself regularly has exhibitions and activities for kids but in addition to that it has the cutest cafe. It’s such a beautiful space with an enclosed grassed area to soak up the sunshine and let the kids run around and play till their hearts content. They have healthy kids meals and cater for so many dietary options, you will be sure to find one… or ten, things on the menu that tickle your fancy. It really is just a beautiful space to sit and take some time out. On the way out don’t forget to visit the book store!

Cnr South Road & Ashwin Parade Torrensville SA 5031 / 553 Portrush Road Glenunga SA 5064 8365 2264 / 8338 4033 tonyandmarks.com.au @tonyandmarks PETER RABBIT I mean, can we talk about kids / adults totally re-living-their-childhood-wonderland?! This is it. As soon as you walk in you’re immediately transported, it is such a beautiful space with plenty of room for the kids in the courtyard. Delicious coffee to make you feel human again (and we all know the superpowers of coffee in doing that) And the star attraction… their REAL. LIFE. BUNNIES: Flopsy and Mopsy. Oh, and they grow and source organic produce to ensure that what you and your babes are eating, is nourishing goodness. Need I say more? Hop to it, it’s the ultimate. You can thank us later.

234-244 Hindley St, Adelaide SA 5000 0428 132 704 peterabbit.com.au @peter.rabbit.hindley

319 Chalk Hill Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171 0431 700 183 pizza-teca.com @pizza_tecca

ADELAIDE CENTRAL MARKET Established in 1869, the incredible Adelaide Central Market is a longstanding pillar in Adelaide’s history as a thriving hub of produce, culture and atmosphere. Let’s be honest, a visit to the Central Market is always fun. And for kids it’s a sensory playground: the hustle and bustle, the colours, the sounds, and allllll of that delicious food on offer! I have so many fond memories from my childhood of market trips with my grandma every Friday night without fail.

A great family night (or day) out where you can load up on premium fresh produce for the week and also stop and have a bite to eat, or a cuppa with the kids in tow and know that they’ll be enjoying it just as much as you.

44-60 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000 8203 7494 adelaidecentralmarket.com.au @adelcentralmarket

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Address: Art Gallery Of South Australia, North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000 8232 4366 artgallery.sa.gov.au/agsa/home/ @artgalleryofsa SAHA CAFE A relatively new cafe on the Adelaide scene but one that has entered with a bang and is a very welcome addition to the Eastern suburbs. With a focus on great food and coffee whilst making patrons feel at home, it has such a cool, relaxed vibe and is already a local hotspot. Saha is family friendly through and through and you can tell the space, the menu and the customer experience has all been created consciously, centred around kids and ensuring families feel comfortable. With a Lebanese heritage, you can rest assured the food is wholesome, healthy and delicious with plenty of options for kids and adults alike. They also run amazing kids art classes!

303 The Parade, Beulah Park SA 5067 8333 3215 saha303.com.au @saha303theparade

FO O D MR NICK’S @ ADELAIDE’S FINEST

NATURE’S PROVIDORE

TONY TOMATOES

SUPERMARKETS

A super chill, family friendly vibe, Nature’s Providore is the perfect weekend family breaky spot, or mid-week-catch-up-with-yourgirlfriends-and-their-bubs spot. It’s spacious, has a designated indoor and outdoor play area for the kids - including a wall to draw with chalk and loads of toys. And we need to talk about the food, so nourishing, plentiful and tasty… you will want to keep coming back again and again.

We know Italian culture is all about family and so rest assured you’ll find nothing but a family friendly feeling here. Large table tops so the kids can colour in / play with toys at the table while they wait. A fun, loud, vibrant atmosphere. Delicious, fresh, sharing size portions of Italian food including kids food and pizza. And we all know that kids and pizza go together like movies and popcorn. And we’re not talking run of the mill pizza, we’re talking your-tastebuds-won’t-know-what’s-hit-them-kindof-delicious.

Mr Nick’s is part of Adelaide’s finest supermarkets and you can find their two locations at the newly renovated Pasadena Foodland as well as the always-a-pleasure-to-visit Frewville Foodland. Both locations have such a great atmosphere and with their selection of amazing food, great coffee and kid friendly atmosphere, we’re stopping in for a bite to eat or a cuppa even when we don’t need to do our grocery shopping.

20 Fiveash Dr SA 5042 / 177 Glen Osmond Rd, Frewville SA 5063 8374 5000 / 8433 0888 adelaidesfinest.com.au @adelaidesfinestsupermarkets CAFE PAPARAZZI Self proclaimed kid-friendly, the peeps at Cafe Paparazzi know the meaning of a family friendly environment. Their menu is next level with clean eats, homemade meals and a kids menu that the kids will love. They have high chairs in abundance and we need to take a moment to stop and talk about their kids parties, aka kids PIZZA MAKING parties. What a cool, interactive and educational birthday idea… can the adults join in too?!

291 Unley Rd, Malvern SA 5061 8373 0743 caffepaparazzi.com.au @cafepaparazzi

88 Duthy St, Malvern SA 5061 8172 2146 @naturesprovidore KID AND HUB Not just another play cafe, this is an incredibly beautiful, safe space where your children can learn and develop their skills with educational and sensory learning activities - they’ll remain entertained and engaged for hours. They also have really good coffee for the mamas and papas, healthy meal options and offer kids cooking classes. It’s one of our faves for a reason, check it out!

253 Magill Rd, Maylands SA 5069 8123 4270 kidandhub.com.au @kidandhub BELAIR HOTEL

An Adelaide Hills goodie for kids and parents alike, and here’s why: it’s a beautiful space, their menu is ever-changing and reflective of seasonal goodness, they have a good kids menu and a cubby house and toys to keep the little ones occupied while you enjoy some of that aforementioned nutritious, seasonal deliciousness. What's not to love, right?

We get it, usually the word ‘pub’ and ‘kids’ don’t go hand-in-hand. Enter: Belair Hotel to change your way of thinking. This pub is soooo kid friendly that anyone would think it was designed around kids. They have an awesome kids menu with healthy menu items. A super fun kids playground - to run off some of that endless energy and a kids chill out zone for when said energy has been run off - it’s filled with beanbags, toys and games all whilst being in a position where you can keep a watchful eye. Nuff said.

143 Mount Barker Rd, Stirling SA 5152 8339 8087 patchkitchen.com.au @patchkitchenandgarden

141 Main Rd, Blackwood SA 5051 8278 8777 belairhotel.com.au @TheBelairHotel

ROSEY’S

VELO PRECINCT

The thing you need to know about Rosey’s is that they serve breakfast all day, because we know sometimes getting out the house before 11am is impossible. We love their courtyard area and they have plenty of space for kids to move around and for you to manoeuvre the pram / capsule. Oh, and it goes without saying - the most delish food. If you feel like a little day trip with the kids, they also have a location by the seaside for a little sea change too.

Apart from the fact that it’s a gorgeous building in glorious surroundings, Velo Precinct is an incredibly spacious and beautiful space with a designated children specific custom playground: Spokey Dokey. It also has an outdoor park area for the older kids. And as for their menu; it’s a healthy, kid friendly menu that will keep yours and your bubs tummies satisfied. And they offer kids parties too. I mean, these guys are all about the kids and we love it.

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139 Unley Rd, Unley SA 7225 0690 roseys.net.au @roseys_cafe ARGO We can’t speak highly enough of Argo. They know what’s what: Vegan friendly. Raw friendly. Gluten free friendly, this Adelaide fave caters for all kinds of dietary requirements and intolerances. It’s spacious with plenty of seating inside-and-out, large tabletops and a wide selection of kids approved food and treats… hello, their smoothies are so good, you’ll actually be hoping your little one doesn’t finish it!

212 The Parade, Norwood SA 5067 8431 1387 @argoespresso

140 Fullarton Rd, Rose Park SA 5067 8227 1394 theveloprecinct.com.au @TheVeloPrecinct1 BRICK AND MORTAR CREATIVE For all the working mamas and papas, we have found the holy grail of work-life balance. Such a chill vibe and the ultimate place for you to enjoy a cuppa, get work done and know your kids are more-than-welcome, no judgment here.

Set them up with a colouring book and some crayons and you’re set: you can enjoy a coffee in peace and tick off some work.

155-157 O'Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006 8239 0080 tonytomatoes.com.au @tonytomatoesadl SPLODGE Owned by a mum of 4, you can rest assured this play cafe has all the ins-and-outs to accommodate you and your tots in tow. Splodge is like the dream team of kids cafes. It provides fun activities, craft and sensory play for kids. And delicious coffee, cakes and food for adults. School holidays is where it’s at where they put on an abundance of classes, courses and activities that are fun, educational and interactive for the kids so you have one less day of hearing ‘I’m bored’. It’s a win win, you can enjoy a cuppa and slice of cake in peace while they have the time of their lives. Oh, and did we mention they do parties too?

253 Diagonal Rd, Adelaide SA 5046 8296 0561 splodge.com.au @splodgekids BOOMERS ON THE BEACH An iconic Glenelg building with views to-die-for.

Relaxing atmosphere. Great indoor play area in eyesight from where you’re sitting, so you can have a relaxing coffee whilst watching the waves roll in and keep an eye on your Bub playing. They do awesome baby-cinos for when Bub wants what you’re having. And once you’re done, head straight on out to the awesome playground out the front to wear them out before you hop in the car and head home so they can have a snooze and you can listen to your favourite podcast in peace.

1 Moseley Square, Glenelg SA 5045 8376 2442 boomersonthebeach.com.au @boomersonthebeach ADELAIDE SHOWGROUNDS FARMER’S MARKETS The largest farmer’s markets in South Australia, this is a must-do with the kids on a Sunday. It has such a family friendly atmosphere (seriously, everyone is SO friendly!) with an overload of fresh, organic goodness for you to choose from - and a great opportunity to educate kids about the importance of eating a well rounded, healthy and balanced diet by encouraging them to explore new fruits and vegetables by learning how they grow and where they have come from. It’s honestly such a great day out, this may just become your new Sunday family ritual and we fully support that.

Leader St, Wayville SA 5034 8231 8155 delaidefarmersmarket.com @adelfarmmarket

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Kiddos in the Kitchen There’s nothing better than floury faces, sticky fingers, mucky aprons and messy benchtops when you’re a kiddo. Kitchens are a gastronomic wonderland to taste, learn and discover!

From learning with your mum when you’re too small to reach the benchtop, to cooking for yourself in your poor uni days and then teaching your own children years later. The first recipe you ever learn to cook stays with you for life, they are like stories to pass on and share.

The kitchen isn’t just a place to learn to cook, recipes are a great engaging way to teach kids both reading and mathematic skills.

If you’re not so keen on scrubbing the cupcake tin and sweeping the crumbs off the floor post-baking apocalypse, book your little one in for a cooking class!

WE HAVE COMPILED A LIST OF ADELAIDE’S BEST COOKING SCHOOLS AND CLASSES: TAFE SA GASTRONOMIC ADVENTURES

STICKY RICE COOKING SCHOOL

KID AND HUB

Whether your child is a Kinder Cook, Growing Gourmet Chef or the next Master Class Professional, Tafe have a range of classes they’re sure to love! Kid’s Kitchen is available for kids aged 4–16 and offers classes such as Indian Easy, Gluten Free Gourmet, Muffin Madness, Party Favourites and Tasty Lunchbox Treats.

Sticky Rice provides classes for kiddos 10+ who are ready to take the next step in their culinary journey from more simple recipes. These classes promise to deliver more than just a cooking lesson, they are designed to take students on a cultural adventure!

Take your children for a learning adventure at Kid and Hub. Watch as they immerse themselves in messy play to develop fine motor skills and experiment with food. Menu items on the cooking program range from spanakopita to trifles to cupcake decorating!

stickyricecookingschool.com.au @stickyricecookingschool Ph: 8339 1314 96 Old Mt Barker Road, Stirling

kidandhub.com.au @kidandhub Ph: 8123 4270 253A Magill Road, Maylands

HOMEFRESH EXPERIENCE COOKING

ADELAIDE CENTRAL MARKET

Homefresh offers junior chef lessons, kid’s parties, school lessons, school holiday classes and after school fun! Junior chefs showing a natural talent for cooking and a natural flair for being in front of the camera will also be invited to participate in new Homefresh productions and special events.

Discover the Adelaide Central Market school holiday program for little foodies. Every school holidays there is a new range of low cost activities including the ever popular Market Trail and Little Market Chefs.

tafesa.edu.au @tafe_sa Ph: 1800 882 661 TAFE SA Regency Campus: 137 Days Rd, Regency Park SPROUT

There’s no biscuit decorating here, just real food and real skills. Sprout uses fresh, seasonal and healthy meal recipes that kids can learn to make from scratch. Sprout do not tell children what "not to eat" rather they make healthy food delicious, fun and achievable. sprout.edu.au @sproutadl Ph: 8443 4343 89 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton SCOFFED COOKING SCHOOL

It doesn’t matter whether your child can mix ingredients together in a bowl, knows how to slice safely, or what cross chopping is, there are classes for everyone. Every week children earn stamps to work towards their very own apron, spoons and Food Chiefs Hat. scoffedcookingschool.com.au @scoffedcookingschool Ph: 0410 965 692 441/D Magill Road, St Morris

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homefreshcooking.com.au @homefreshexperience Ph: 0466 158 453 61B The Golden Way, Golden Grove ADELAIDE CHOCOLATE SCHOOL

Lost for something to do over the holidays with your kids? Why not have some fun and learn how to make chocolates at the same time. Adelaide Chocolate School offers school holiday classes where children will make chocolate lollipops and a range of novelty chocolates. adelaidechocolateschool.com.au @adelaide_chocolate_school Ph: 7120 2664 48 Melbourne St, North Adelaide

adelaidecentralmarket.com.au @adelaidecentralmarket Ph: 8203 7494 44-60 Gouger St, Adelaide

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A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS WHO The Premier’s Healthy Kids Menu Initiative WHAT The HKM encourages venues to offer healthier menu options for children so that parents can make healthier choices when they dine out.

promote healthier options on kids menus around our state and to begin a positive and engaging narrative around health in SA.

South Australians are dining out more frequently and spending a larger portion of their household income on eating out. Food prepared away from home is often served in a WHY larger portion size, but is poorer in nutritional We all like to treat ourselves to a meal out once in a while, but sometimes the difficulty of quality, seeing more total calories, fat and salt. finding a menu which caters to kids is just too Evidence also suggests that children’s hard and finding one offering more than just menus lack the choice and nutritional chicken nuggets is another matter altogether. value of wider menus making them an even more important point of focus.

The HKM was created with the intention to

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HOW To become an approved HKM venue your business must have a kids menu with at least 50% of the options meeting the HKM criteria and code of conduct.

If you know a food business that would like to get involved or you wish to find out more: health.healthykidsmenu@sa.gov.au or visit healthykidsmenu.com.au

Book Buzz If you’d like to learn how to do some beekeeping for yourself or even find some great honey recipes, we have found some unbee-lievably fun books from Dymocks: The Book of Bees by Piotr Socha

3. This colony will also make an average 14kg of honey 4. And contain 50,000 bees 5. T here are over 500,000 beehives in Australia 6. The Australian honey bee industry produces between 20,000 and 30,000 tonnes of honey annually

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8. Bees contribute $4-6 billion annually to the Australian economy 9. An average bee will only make 1/12 of a teaspoon of honey in its lifetime 10. 90% of the world’s wild plants survive from cross-pollination

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c ' h n eese ' c a m Deliciously deceptive to even the most discerning young eyes!

WORDS — JESSIE SPIBY P H O T O S — M E A G H A N CO L E S

Passionate about supporting local food producers, Jessie takes pleasure in observing the diverse array of colour and beauty found in nature, in her cooking. She celebrates modern day Australia by melding cultures and cooking techniques with beautiful seasonal ingredients creating a vibrant and colourful menu for her catering business, Jessie Does Food and newly opened My Grandma Ben.

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Veggies in Disguise: Mac ‘n’ Cheese Now, I have to say that as a staunchly proud veggie lover I adore the idea of placing them front and centre on the plate. However, as an aunty to a handful of little people I know that often it is the colourful healthy food that gets shoved around the plate (or thrown on the floor), while the pasta or rice is happily gobbled up. This recipe is perfect for deceiving such discerning young eyes. The combination of pumpkin, carrot and cauliflower create the perfect faux cheese sauce, with the cauliflower and butternut pumpkin creating a creamy texture without needing to overdo the cheese.

Perfect for freezing into kiddie sized portions for a quick instant meal, this recipe is also customisable to your little ones tastes by adding additional veggies, shredded chicken or sausages.

Cook time: 20 mins + additional grilling time (optional) Serves: Up to 10 portions for 2-5year olds INGREDIENTS •

500g macaroni

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200g butternut pumpkin, grated or diced finely

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200g cauliflower, roughly chopped into small pieces

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200g carrots, grated (approx. two carrots)

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1/2 - 1 cup water

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125g cream cheese, diced

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1 cup milk

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1/2 cup grated cheese + extra for topping

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Dried herbs or paprika dusted on top

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Additional cooked veggies or meat

METHOD

Begin by placing pumpkin, cauliflower and carrots along with 1 cup of water in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat. Cover and allow the vegetables to gently steam until they are tender and can be mashed easily with the back of a spoon. You may need to add a little more water if you notice the pan boiling dry – this will happen if you’ve got the temperature up a bit too high.

You may also do this step in the microwave if preferred. Place veggies and about 1/2 – 3/4 cup of water in a microwave safe dish, cover and cook on high for about 9 minutes or until tender.

Meanwhile cook macaroni in salted water as per packet instructions, usually around 10-12 minutes. Drain and reserve.

Once veggies are tender keep them in the saucepan and use a stick blender to blend until smooth. You can also use a blender, but I prefer to use the pot to save additional washing up.

Return blended vegetables to stove over medium heat and add the milk, diced cream cheese and stir until smooth, you might need to use the stick blender again to blend thoroughly. Once combined and smooth add the shredded cheddar cheese. Don’t be tempted to add extra as you’ll end up losing the smooth texture of the sauce.

In a large bowl combine the sauce to the macaroni. If you’re adding extra cooked veggies or shredded meats this is the time to incorporate them.

At this point you can serve up the mac ‘n’ cheese as is, but for one step further you can grill it to add a crispy top.

For grilling, place pasta in an ovenproof dish and top with additional grated cheese and a dusting of paprika or dried herbs if desired. Grill until top is crispy or browned.

NOTE: While you can use any old pumpkin, I recommend butternut as it is less watery and has a really lovely silky texture that adds to the faux cheesiness of the dish.

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Simple Steps Steps to to Simple Grow Good Good Eaters Eaters Grow It’s no secret that children can be fussy when it comes to family meals. In fact, some fussiness and food refusal is a perfectly normal part of feeding development in toddlers. But, what can you do to stop this phase from becoming a more permanent fixture at your family table?

BLOOM NUTRITION STUDIO — JULIA BOASE & ANGELA STRADWICK, ACCREDTIED PRACTISING DIETITIANS

The good news is there’s plenty you can do to raise good eaters, and help bring harmony to dinner time.

Parents provide, child decides. This is the mantra of childhood feeding pioneer Ellyn Satter in her ‘Division of Responsibility in Feeding', and it’s a good concept to remember at home.

Parents choose the what, when and where of feeding, and children select from what’s on offer, deciding how much they will eat.

What to offer — Try serving the food you want your family to eat “buffet” style at the dinner table, including some options you know your child likes. A meal like spaghetti bolognese can be placed at the table: pasta, sauce, cheese, herbs, salad or vegetables all separately, and each family member serves themselves (with help for young children). If meals are served directly on the plate, let kids know it’s ok if they don’t like a certain part of the meal, just enjoy the parts they want to eat.

This way you allow your child some choice and independence within what you have provided, but there are no separate meals and no food wars. Over time, with repeated offering and role modelling, children become familiar with lessfavourite foods and are more keen to have a go.

When to offer - Have a predictable timing of meals and snacks. Let your child know it’s ok not to eat certain foods at that time, but the next time food is offered will be at the the following meal or snack.

Where to offer - Parents create the environment and try to set the tone of family meal times.

Eat together, often. Let your child see you eating and enjoying family meals. Family and friends are the perfect role models for young children, especially when it comes to eating.

Set the tone. Try to let meal times be relaxed.

Talk about your day, or share a funny story. If you do talk about your meal, speak positively about the food but don’t coerce, bribe or force your child to eat. While you eat say “I love how crunchy and sweet these capsicums are”, rather than “try one bite of capsicum, please!”.

Make friends with food. For children already showing signs of fussiness, have your child interact with food away from the dinner table.

Grow fruit, veggies, or herbs in pots or your garden. Have your child pick up the produce and place it in your shopping basket or trolley, talking about each item as you go. Read books about food, and use food in play, like making pictures, patterns, or counting. All of this is done with no expectation of your child eating, but expands their food comfort zone.

Consistency is key. Make these strategies part of your regular routine and good eating habits should follow. But don’t expect perfection at every meal - everyone has dislikes and bad days, and that’s ok!

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Still worried? Some children, no matter what, will develop feeding problems which may need expert help. Parents tend to know when something is wrong - like a child who won’t touch food, may react to foods (tummy aches, loose poos, rashes), or is losing weight.

Kids with medical conditions, allergies and autism may be especially at risk. See your doctor, and ask to see an Accredited Practicing Dietitian who specialises in children.

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Kids Kitchen

V E N U E ncy, A Rege

TAFE S s Road, 137 Day Park y Regenc

Calling all budding chefs, it’s time to cook up a storm at TAFE SA!

The July school holidays are fast approaching and TAFE SA has some action packed classes for kiddos aged between 4 and 16.

Children learn by touching, tasting, feeling, smelling and listening. The kitchen is like a sensory wonderland where they can use all of these senses at once! TAFE SA’s Kids Kitchen program aims to facilitate this practical learning, which will also help to develop fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination and even math and science skills.

Whether your child is a Kinder Cook, Growing Gourmet Chef, or the next Master Class Professional – Kids Kitchen has a diverse range of classes for anyone and everyone! The program has been especially designed so that young people can pick and choose classes and dishes that suit their interest and capabilities.

All classes are taught by professional chefs in the world-class TAFE SA Regency campus. Students will use a range of ingredients, which will teach them where their food comes from and build a positive connection to all different types of food including fresh fruit and vegetables. Forming a positive experience with fresh foods is crucial to building the foundation to good nutrition.

Bigger kids, 7 and up, will get the opportunity to learn with the lecturer and without the help of parents. This is an exciting opportunity to gain some confidence in the kitchen!

Whatever age, your kids will be so proud when they can bring the recipe home and cook it again for you. Kids Kitchen will teach your little ones skills that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

KINDER COOKS –$39.00 4 to 6 years TUESDAY 10 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Muffin Madness Choc Caramel Surprise Muffins Sweet Potato & Cheese Muffin Bites WEDNESDAY 11 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Slice of Heaven Rocky Road Slice Cheese, Ham & Cherry Tomato Slice THURSDAY 12 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Kinder Cooks Picnic Lamb Kofta Pops With a Chef’s Salad Orange & Strawberry Yo-Yos FRIDAY 13 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Tasty Lunch Box Treats Alphabet Cookies Chicken & Bacon Sausage Rolls *Children in this age group MUST be accompanied by an adult in the kitchen. No exceptions will be made due to WH&S requirements.

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GROWING GOURMETS – $55.00

MASTERCLASS – $95.00

7 to 12 years

13 to 16 years

TUESDAY 10 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Gluten Free Gourmet Double Chocolate Brownie Surprise Coconut Macaroon Winter Warmer Apple Crumble OR Party Favourites In this class, chicken nuggets will be taken to a whole new level and turned into a delicious snack. There will also be savoury toasts, a fantastic healthy alternative to pizza.

TUESDAY 10 JULY 2018 9:30am-2:30pm Let’s Go Party Gourmet Pizza Slab BBQ Pulled Beef Sliders Chicken, Cheese & Spinach Sausage Rolls Frangipani Tarts Lemon Curd Tarts

WEDNESDAY 11 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Indian Easy Vegetable Samosas & Yoghurt Raita Dip Butter Chicken & Pilau Rice with Coconut, Almond & Sultana OR Big Bikkies In this hands on class kids will bake a giant chocolate chip cookie and delicious vanilla and chocolate biscuit twists.

THURSDAY 12 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Lunchtime Legends Rolls & Scrolls Big Bikkies - Sultana Oat Chews & Subway Style Biscuits With M&M’s, Choc Chips & Sprinkles OR Delicious Gluten Free Lolly Bag Come along and learn how to make two simple gluten free treats and leave with an overflowing lolly bag.

FRIDAY 13 JULY 2018 9:30am-12:30pm Naughty But Nice Chocolate Brownies Mini Mango Cakes with Lime Syrup Pretty Palmiers OR The Sweet & Savoury Kitchen Banana & Nutella Sushi Cheeseburger Cupcakes

WEDNESDAY 11 JULY 2018 9:30am-2:30pm High Tea at Regency Blondies with Fresh Strawberries & Shaved White Chocolate Filo Spinach & Cheese Cigars Pinwheel Sandwiches Caramelised Onion & Chicken Tarts High Tea at Regency will be served by the kids, to two guests from 2.00pm until 2.30pm THURSDAY 12 JULY 2018 9:30am-2:30pm Letter & Shape Creations Master chefs get to unleash their creative side with this unique masterclass! Create an individual masterpiece using letters, numbers and shapes. Creations will be made using layers of sweet spiced shortbread filled with custard and inspired cream. Finish off with fruits, macarons, meringues, coloured buttercream and edible flowers.

FRIDAY 13 JULY 2018 9:30am-2:30pm “D” For Delicious Drip Cakes Layers of sponge and cream are the base for this delicious drip cakes. Coated with several colours made from cream, kids will learn how to master the ombre look making their cake look like a work of art.

HOW TO BOOK To enrol visit tafesa.edu.au/shortcourses and search for ‘kids kitchen’. Book early to avoid disappointment. Cancellations are non-refundable.

T (08) 8348 4662 E hospitality@tafesa.edu.au Follow: @tafe_sa

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MAGNIFICENT MUD

MOST MAGNIFICENT MUD PIE RECIPE

WOR DS­— MIC HELLE TY N DA LL ­P HOTOS — JA SON TY N DA LL

Ingredients Did you know research has found that friendly bacteria in dirt and mud can trigger the release of serotonin? A wonderful chemical that helps to regulate mood. Mud can, literally, make kids happy yet parents often cringe at the thought of it. The dirty footprints, filthy bathtub and extra washing are enough to make anyone daydream about scrapping mud from the outdoor play agenda. But, with International Mud Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to overlook the mess.

◆ 1 cup of dirt

In the second issue of Wild Ones magazine, Nature Play SA share the benefits of mud for healthy sensory development, as well as tips and tricks to incorporate it into outdoor play. Even if you prefer to operate at a slower (cleaner) speed, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy – like this most magnificent mud pie recipe. Friday the 29th of June, why not line the kiddos up for an International Mud Day mud pie bake-off? If you’d rather not get your hands dirty, you can always pick the flowers.

◆ Mixed leaves

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◆ ½ cup of water (added as needed) ◆ F resh herbs ground in mortar and pestle (plus extra for garnish)

◆ 3 sprigs of lavender ◆ A selection of twigs ◆ F lowers for decoration (whole or petals removed)

◆ Your own secret ingredient

Optional Extras ◆ Feathers, shells or natural treasures ◆ C hildren’s waterproof onesies from Nature Play SA

Method ◆M ix, stir and decorate to create your own most magnificent mud pie.

◆H ose down waterproof onesie, run a bath and enjoy a warm drink together.

Hands up if you joined the fun at Nature Play SA's Forest Festival at Kuitpo Forest in April?

­PHOTOS —N IC K LAW R E N C E

We've got the heads-up their next popular event, Cubby Town, is returning to Belair National Park in the winter school holidays. Keep an eye out for tickets releasing in June - they won't stick [excuse the pun] around for long!

Nature Play SA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to inspiring communities to engage children with nature through outdoor learning and play. Find out more about their Wild Ones magazine and Family Membership at natureplaysa.org.au

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Parental Listening & Language

WOR DS­ —HA N N A B EAVA N Adelaide psychologist and mother of three boys, aged ten, seven and two, Hanna Beaven, specialises in families’ emotional wellbeing in the stages of trying to conceive, pregnancy, birth and parenting babies and young children.

I am not in the business of giving parents who are already stretched thin, more to do or more to feel like they’re failing at. However, I am interested in sharing my knowledge to assist parents and their children, not to DO MORE, but instead empower them with the choice to do things differently and sometimes perhaps even do less!

For example, as a parent you can strengthen your relationship with your child by using different words when communicating with them. This may sound simple but requires us to actively choose to stop reacting on autopilot (habits which we can be largely unaware of) and engage with our child in a new and different way in the present moment.

Rather than jumping in with our parental wisdom and/or frustrations, we can learn a lot by zipping it (which is much easier said than done)! When we remain silent and actively listen to our children many things can happen: • We take the pressure off ourselves to instantly respond to our child.

• We give ourselves time (sometimes one breath is all we need), which allows us space to make a choice about whether to react based on habit or try a different approach that may serve our child and ourselves better.

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• It gives us a chance to see and hear our child in the present moment, openly gather information to increase our understanding and empathy.

• Our child experiences us as seeing and hearing them and overall feels more accepted and worthwhile.

Listening to our children is important from birth: watching our babies cues and working out their different cries, reading our toddlers sign language or deciphering their words (that no-one else would understand), listening to our children and teenager’s words (or grunts) in the context of their individual personalities and circumstances.

The next point applies to not only our children but also to ourselves: LOWER YOUR EXPECTATIONS! We all have basic needs such as being fed and rested. Children (and most adults) cannot engage in a meaningful way with others if they are hungry or exhausted, so do your best to regularly feed them and assist them to get enough sleep (easier said than done I know). Then we need to be aware of our children’s development and match what we expect from them with what they are actually capable of. An understandable and common want for parents is for their toddler to spontaneously share, which sets the toddler up to fail as they are developmentally unable to do this on their own, but rather need support with this complex social skill. Another common belief we hold as parents is that if a child is capable of a certain behaviour they will consistently behave this way – I am capable of acting rationally and calmly but I most certainly do not behave this way consistently! Children will develop new skills but they take time to consistently master them, and even then, if they are under stress they will not always be able to access them (just like us). We can offer our children the gift of compassion by moving away from pressuring them to reach our expectations towards accepting them for who they are.

Rather than shutting down our children’s expression of big emotions, especially negative ones, we can choose to ‘be with’ them in their feelings. Our children do not benefit from us dissolving alongside them - which results in both parent and child ending up in the bottom of an emotional hole. Nor do they benefit from us instructing them to pull their socks up and get on with things – denying the existence of any emotions. They need us to see their pain and validate their experience without judgement, resist your need to ‘fix’ things for them and sit alongside them while they process their negative feelings.

As a parent I can feel worn down by the constant nagging and repetition of statements that start with “No...” and “Don’t .....”. I’m under no illusion that the nagging will stop but if we can choose to make statements that focus on the behaviour we would like to see, at least our children are hearing more positively worded phrases which include hints on what to do versus what not to do.

For example, swapping: “stop jumping on the couch”

“couches are for sitting on”

with...

“don’t throw the ball at your brother’s head”

“throw the ball to mum”

with...

“No more lollies”

with...

“If you’re hungry, have some fruit”

Parents can also help their children to make better choices by providing simple explanations of why they would benefit from them. For example: “If you break the couch we’ll have to buy a new one which you will be contributing to and there will be less money to buy your birthday presents with”

“because your brother is too little he may get hurt, but mum would like to play with you” “If you eat too many lollies your teeth and body will get sick”

Listening more (saying nothing) along with saying things differently can strengthen your relationship with your child. Taking notice and supporting our children with their thoughts and feelings takes practice and patience.

Undoubtedly, in the heat of many parenting moments we will slip back into our old reactive ways – and that is ok. Remembering we need to lower the expectations we set for of ourselves along with those we hold for our children.

INSTAGRAM — @HANNABEAVENPSYCHOLOGY

FACEBOOK —

@HANNABEAVENPSYCHOLOGY www.hannabeavenpsychology.com.au

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* Keeping our families safe from Cyber Bullying W O R DS — D A N I E L L E V E R R I L L I

Whether it’s a media beat up or, as the morning news will have us believe we really are living through a bullying epidemic, we just can’t deny that the issue of bullying is real. It has evolved over time and is now impacting children in ways never seen before.

It’s in our best interest to be well aware and involved in the online life of our children to ensure that we are taking all steps possible to keep Cyber Bullies out of our child’s lives.

Technology is often made the scapegoat for the rise in Cyber Bullying, we know that bullying is more about values and behaviour than it is about choice of weapon. We need to give our children the support and tools to behave respectfully online and protect themselves from potential risks.

TEACH GOOD VALUES.

Empathy, respect and resilience are key to a positive online environment. Model these values and find examples in day-to-day life, in stories, tv programs, movies and people that they know. Tell some stories of your own.

Highlight and discuss what these values look like in action. Find examples of your children showing behaviours that are inline with these values. Give them positive feedback on what they did and how they did it.

TALK ABOUT CYBER BULLYING.

Ask them if they know anyone who has been cyber bullied, or is a cyber bully. Discuss various possible scenarios and solutions. And most importantly, let them know that the same rules apply to online bullying as they do for bullying in say, a schoolyard. Don’t be a bystander. If they see or hear of anyone who is being bullied online, they need to tell a trusted adult and encourage their friend to get help. It’s also important for them to show a position of support if they feel safe to do so, remind them that their one supportive comment could make all the difference to a victim in distress.

TEACH THEM HOW TO RESPOND.

KEEP THEM CONNECTED.

We need to give our children the tools to manage the situation. Avoid escalating the situation by retaliating as this can further provoke the bully; online bullies hope to get a reaction. So, the first step is to ignore. Teach children how to block, report and delete.

Most social media platforms have rules that will ban cyberbullying and will have tools that will allow you to ask for something to be removed, sometimes called the report button. If this is not done within 48 hours you can then take your complaint to https:// esafety.gov.au/complaints-and-reporting and they will follow this up with the social media platform. They can also help your child find someone to talk to and give advice and strategies. Save the evidence by taking a screen shot, while this can be overwhelming and intrusive, it is important. If the bullying is taking place via email and is continuous it may be necessary to change email addresses.

If the bullying still continues, you may consider contacting your local police to help manage the situation.

If children raise an online issue with you, it’s important not to take them offline.

This is their world. Staying connected with supportive peers is important to recovery and building resilience. Banning them from their devices is like isolating them from friends, it will feel like a punishment and therefore will discourage them from coming to you with a problem the next time something occurs.

UNDERSTAND HOW THEY ARE USING THE INTERNET.

It’s no longer acceptable to say that we can’t keep up and children have surpassed us where technology is concerned. Some social media sites are safer than others. Get to know them, download them yourself and have a good browse, talk to your children about what they use and the advantages and disadvantages. Some social media apps have guides for parents and if they don’t it’s not hard to find them online.

HAVE A FAMILY AGREEMENT ABOUT INTERNET USE AT HOME.

This will open the lines of communication and give guidelines to enable a conversation that is purely centred around online safety, and as a result a common understanding of acceptable behaviour.

KEEP DEVICES OUT OF THE BEDROOM.

While this might seem like a no brainer to some, if this family rule is not put into place when children are first introduced to devices this can be quite a challenge, especially with teenage children who are in need of more privacy as they get older, and habits that are well engrained. Things happen online late at night and when a notification goes off, as adults we know all too well how difficult it is to resist the temptation to check it. Model this behaviour for your children, the benefits will far outweigh the inconvenience. It might be a tough adjustment, but well worth it.

Whilst we can never completely control what happens online or what our children are privy too, putting these steps in place can help you feel comfortable that your children know what to do when it comes to cyber bullying and give you peace of mind that you have done what you can do make them aware, educated and feel safe and supported should issues arise.

Cybersafe Families is a South Australian based, family owned and operated business, specialising in Cyber Safety, Education and Counselling. For further information please call 1300 206 969 or visit www.cybersafefamilies.com.au.

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Big Peoples Books

BIG PEOPLE

BREAKING MUM AND DAD. THE INSIDER'S GUIDE TO PARENTING ANXIETY.

BY ANNA WILLIAMSON

BIG PEOPLE

THE MUMMY BLOGGERS

BY HOLLY WAINWRIGHT Elle Campbell is a glossy, lycra-clad mum with washboard abs, a ten-year plan and a secret past. Abi Black has quit sugar, moved to the country and is homeschooling her kids. Leisel Adams slogs away at her office job each day before rushing home, steeped in guilt, to spend precious moments with her kids before bedtime. All three share a label that they simultaneously relish and loathe: mummy blogger. And the connections don't stop there . . .

When all three women are nominated for a prestigious blogging award with a hefty cash prize, the scene is set for a brutal and often hilarious battle for hearts, mindsand clicks. As the awards night gets closer, their lies get bigger, their stunts get crazier - and some mistakes from the past become harder and harder to hide.

BIG PEOPLE

SEXTS, TEXTS AND SELFIES

BY SUSAN MCLEAN Widely regarded as Australia's first cyber cop, cyber-safety expert Susan McLean helps you understand and connect with your child's online world, and guide them safely through it in this revised and updated edition of her bestselling book. She shows you how to establish good online habits, set time restrictions and boundaries, identify good apps and bad apps, deal with cyber bullying, work out who to 'friend' and 'unfriend', and manage your child's digital reputation.

Penguin - Dymocks, Hyde Park $29.99

Allen and Unwin $14.99

With more than 1 in 10 new parents experiencing post-natal depression and anxiety, and after suffering the traumatic birth of her son, and herself being diagnosed with post-natal anxiety and birth trauma, Anna Williamson uncovers the real thoughts, feelings and behaviours that many of us experience in those first few weeks and months after becoming a parent.

From I'm struggling to love my baby' to 'I miss my old life and will I ever feel like me again' to 'I'm anxious about having sex', this book will help new parents cope with the often taboo topics that we ALL encounter.

A therapist in your pocket, meaning you don't have to face one of life 's most momentous experiences alone, or fear being judged of the weird and often worrying irrational thoughts that plague our frazzled minds. Mental health for new mums (and dads) is a thing, a big thing - and it's time we all stopped suffering in silence.

It takes time to adjust to this new identity and role - whether it 's making new friends, coping with changing relationships, breast and bottle feeding anxiety, going back to work worries, or the whole shift being a new parent poses mentally.

Breaking Mum and Dad is a little pocket guide of empathy, sympathy and above all, hope.

Bloomsburry, $27.99

Well Read There’s a new mystery brewing and the Secret Seven are ready to solve it!

AGES 12+

MYSTERY OF THE SKULL

BY PAMELA BUTCHART AND ENID BLYTON Available at Dymocks Books, King William, Rd Hyde Park RRP $ 12.99 / 44

When Peter finds half of a real skull hidden in his room after returning from a holiday, he knew there was something strange going on. Peter gets the Secret Seven together to question Jack’s sister and friend. They then head off to the local hotel, which recently has been taken over by new owners, to start solving the mystery, but all they find are even more questions. After multiple visits to the crime scene they discover more and more shocking things. Eventually they discover the most shocking, unthinkable thing ever, and solve the mystery at the same time.

My favourite characters in the book were Pam and Barbra. I found them funny, creative and quick thinking.

If there was a problem or their ideas didn’t go to plan, Pam and Barbra would always quickly think up a creative, funny solution that worked ensuring no one would ever suspect something was up.

My favourite part of the book was when George from the Secret Seven was left behind and heard the hotel owners who were meant to be Americans speaking in Scottish accents. Other members re-enacted the scene with bad Scottish accents and got everyone laughing.

If you like this book you may also like

other books written by Enid Blyton and Pamela Butchart, or other mystery books including Withering-by-Sea

by Judith Rosselland or the Scarlet and Ivy series by Sophie Cleverly.

RATI NG

WORDS — MAT I LDA SC HWARZ

For more reviews head to kiddomag.com.au

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Weekend Wonder!

The Something on Saturday program has returned to bring awesome winter fun for 1 to 12 year olds.

When it’s a bit too chilly to enjoy the weekend outside, snuggle up and enjoy fabulous live performances every Saturday at the Adelaide Festival Centre instead. Kids tickets start from just $12!

Plus, every week there’s a FREE Foundation Kids Corner Workshop where kids are given the opportunity to let their creative juices flow and create wonderful arts and crafts, inspired by the show they attend.

Raw Metal Raw Metal is dance as you’ve never experienced. The four male dancers of Australia’s Raw Metal push dance to the outer limits, combining traditional tap dance with innovative street rhythms and astonishing feats of athleticism. Moving with fearless grace, Raw Metal will continually inspire with its innovative use of flip-flops and flippers to create an acoustic soundtrack. A percussive a cappella number using phone greetings will delight in its simplicity yet cleverness. Presented by the Raw Dance Company, this world-renowned show has wowed audiences across the globe, with Singapore, Germany, America (including Broadway), Canada and Brazil just a few of the countries to have seen these four young guys strut their stuff. With a high energy routine jam-packed with impressive tricks, astounding dance moves and most importantly, fun, it’s little wonder that each foot-stomping and heart-stopping performance leaves audiences wanting more. And better still, the fun doesn’t finish when the show does!

Stick around after the show to learn how to create almost anything with foil during the free Kid’s Corner event from 1.30pm to 3pm. Sculpt it, wrap it, scrunch it, shape it – there’s nothing you can’t do with foil. What will your little ones create?

Saturday, 7 July 2018, 1PM and 3PM | 3 and up | Space Theatre

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Kids’ Party Confidential

ONYE T I M AD ’ PA R T A L S KID IDENTI F CO N

Are your kids addicted to screens? Sean Murphy is here to help! From Sydney to Scotland, comedian Sean Murphy is challenging kids to turn off their screens and turn up their imaginations. After seven years entertaining children at hundreds of birthday parties, Sean has taken his hilarious experiences and created the ultimate kids’ party. The best part? You are all invited! Kids' Party Confidential is a hilarious guide to how children can create their own excitement without screen-time. Harnessing the power of imagination, Sean leads the audience on a roller coaster ride of costume creation, balloon bending and a bold re-invention of Happy Birthday to You. Children laugh, adults cheer and one thing is for sure, you will never look at Spiderman the same way again! Kids’ Party Confidential is jam-packed with a mix of stories and jokes that will make kids laugh, cringe and carry on like kooky-heads. The show involves lots of fun, audience participation for the children with hilarious asides and standup comedy for the parents. It’s a kind of party, or maybe a fiesta…it’s hard to tell.

Saturday, 23 June 2018, 12PM and 2PM | Ages 5-12 | Banquet Room

Oliver Up a Tree Award winning comedian Josh Earl is back with a brand new show about a small town, a big problem and a curious boy called Oliver who uses his creativity to bring them all together. After the success of My Family Is Weirder Than Your Family, the former host of Spicks and Specks presents this heart-warming new show with loads of silliness, songs and fun. Oliver James lives right in the middle of Greyston Road. Well, not right in the middle, because that would be quite dangerous, but off to the side next to the footpath… in a house. Oliver’s Dad is obsessed with toilets, his Mum is too lazy to even walk up the stairs to her treadmill and the local librarian is more interested in laminating signs than reading books. And then there is Oliver. Join Josh as he masterfully weaves storytelling, song and a hundred teddy bears to delight bright young things – and their grown-ups!

Saturday, 11 August 2018, 10AM and 12PM | Ages 5-12 | Space Theatre

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Little Peoples Books

AGES 5 - 11 AGES 8 - 12

HERSTORY. 50 WOMEN AND GIRLS WHO SHOOK THE WORLD

BY K ATHERINE HALLIGAN Instead of just studying history, let's think about HerStory too! In this uplifting and inspiring book, children can learn about 50 intrepid women from around the world and throughout history. Telling the stories of their childhood, the challenges they faced and the changes they made, each lavishly illustrated spread is a celebration of girl power in its many forms. With a range of pioneering careers—from astronauts to activists, musicians to mathematicians and many more— readers will be inspired to achieve their own dreams. For ages 9-12.

AGES 3 - 5

BOATS ARE BUSY

BY SARA GILLINGHAM Featuring fifteen different vessels in gorgeous screenprint-inspired art, Boats Are Busy by bestselling authorillustrator Sara Gillingham is a fresh and artful introductory reference guide to boats for the pre-school set. Perfect for young transportation enthusiasts, Boats Are Busy showcases a flotilla of boats from tankers to clippers, each presented by name, illustration, and simple description so young readers will learn to identify and explain a range of floating crafts.

Phaidon

Allen & Unwin

NGANGA: ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER WORDS AND PHRASES “When I read through Nganga I feel proud. It explains Aboriginal language and culture in plain English. It will assist people from all walks of life and of all ages to understand the rich cultural history of the oldest continuous culture in the world.” Uncle Jim Berg, Gunditjmara Elder and original founder of the Koorie Heritage Trust Aunty, Uncle, sorry business, deadly, women’s business, marngrook, dreamtime, Elders, songlines. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander words have become part of our everyday vocabulary but we may not know their true meaning or where the words come from. In Nganga, Aunty Fay Muir and Sue Lawson have brought together these words, their meanings and their history.

Engage with the rich and unique culture of Aboriginal Australians through this authoritative and concise collection.

Walker Books

AGES 5 - 11 AGES 1 -3

COCO CHANEL & FRIDA K AHLO. MY FIRST LITTLE PEOPLE, BIG DREAMS

BY ISABEL SANCHEZ VEGARA Meet Coco, the world-famous fashion designer, and Frida, the world-famous painter, in these board book versions of the best-selling Little People, Big Dreams series! With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world making the lives of these role models accessible for children. They provide a powerful message to inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world! For ages 1-3.

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NOW MAKE THIS 24 DIY PROJECTS BY DESIGNERS FOR KIDS

BY THOMAS BÄRNTHALER For the young makers in the family, this beautifully designed handbook offers 24 unique and practical objects for kids to make and use. Each project features fully-illustrated step-by-step instructions, a photographic list of materials, the approximate cost, timing, and a photograph of the finished product. The 24 contributors range from lauded graphic designers to successful industrial designers, all of whom considered this young audience in the creation of their projects.

This unusual and engaging book of activities grants children access to world-class design in their very own homes, and may even inspire a few to become designers themselves!

Phaidon

AGES 3 - 10

I AM NEVER BORED: THE BEST EVER CRAFT AND ACTIVITY BOOK FOR KIDS.

BY SARAH DEVOS Are your kids glued to a screen? I Am Never Bored is the definitive cure-all for childhood boredom. Packed with 150 activities ranging from playing Ping-Pong with balloons, to nail art, to shadow puppets, to building a scooter racetrack - kids will always have something to do. It is the ultimate craft and activity sourcebook for finding creative things to do with kids ages 3-10. Plus, these projects are not only fun, but are designed to also engage children's minds Allen & Unwin

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Dad Words

Hello, winter you gorgeous thing. Log fires, red wine (me), puddle stomping (kid). Yes, ’tis the season for hibernating on the couch with the footy. But it’s also classic day-trip territory: when normally dusty paddocks turn lush green, and the steaming coffee and pastries of far-flung bakeries just somehow taste better. Get out there and explore our winter wonderland, folks – before climate change sees us in boardies year-round!

READ: BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE - By Trent Dalton Boy Swallows Universe is the debut novel from one of Australia’s best longform nonfiction writers, the Weekend Australian’s Trent Dalton, and it’s a genre-bending doozy. At its heart it’s a coming-of-age tale/love story, told from the perspective of witty 1980s Brisbane teenager Eli Bell, who’s forced to navigate some truly gnarly obstacles when his dysfunctional family’s involvement with violent drug traffickers catches up with them. The ambitious novel is much more than a gritty yet heartwarming family drama/ crime tale, exploring the legacy of domestic violence, drug abuse, alcoholism, fate, hope, redemption and even magic. It’s super funny and a genuine page-turner too, with its twists and turns more than making up for a few lengthy bits and occasional sappy dialogue. Read it to see one of Australia’s best writers at work in fiction for the first time. I’m amped to see what else he’s got in him.

Available from Dymocks Hyde Park (from July), $32.99

Mum Words W O R DS — L I V W I L L I A M S Olivia Williams is a twin mum + 1, wordsmith, competitive coffee drinker and professional reality TV enthusiast. Her favourite party trick is not going. You can also find her at eeniemeeniemineymum.com

As a mum with three young children, I sometimes feel like I don’t actually do, read or watch anything other than the washing, Pig the Pug, and The Wiggles respectively. I do however manage to fit in a lot of coffee and a fair bit of under-my-breath swearing, so it’s not all child’s play! By the by, becoming the ‘mum’ behind ‘Mum words’ has meant actually prioritising doing, reading and watching things, which is, frankly, a minor miracle. My, how the goal posts I set for myself have changed! Without further ado, welcome to my place in the world to offer my adult[ish] recommendations on the things I’ve managed to squeeze in while I’m not removing apple stickers from unexpected places all over my house.

READ: The Motherhood - Edited by Jamila Rizvi The Motherhood is a funny and moving collection of letters written by women to earlier versions of themselves, sharing what they wish they’d known about life with a newborn. It’s infinitely relatable, brutally honest and shares a diverse range of experiences written by women from all different

W O R DS — J A K E D E A N Jake Dean is a writer, surfer and bibliophile who’s counting down the days to take his eleven-monthold boy, Koa, for his first wave.

TWITTER ― @JAKEJDEAN

I’M AUSTRALIAN TOO - By Mem Fox Mem Fox – what a lord! If you’re like me, you haven’t read her books for yonks, but little did you know she’s been churning out kids classics on the reg like some ageless, genius, bookmachine this entire time! Her latest titled I’m Australian Too, features gorgeous illustrations by Ronojoy Ghosh and depicts different versions of modern Australian families (e.g. Aboriginal, English, Vietnamese, Somalian and Syrian). The final of the 13 snapshots, featuring a starry-eyed girl behind a grey wall and barbed wire, packs a message many more of our compatriots should heed. I hope this book finds its way into as many kids’ hands as possible. Much recommended.

Available from Dymocks, Hyde Park $19.99 WATCH: Annihilation (2018) Annihilation is a straight-to-Netflix blockbuster starring the inimitable Natalie Portman as Lena, a former soldier turned cellular biology professor. The sci-fi thriller sinks its claws in from the opening scene, when a dude in a hazmat suit interrogates Lena about the whereabouts of her

backgrounds. Collectively, the stories offer guidance and reassurance and show that whilst no two journeys are the same, by drawing from each other’s wealth of knowledge we can create a village of support for new mothers. I must say, as a woman who has finally just moved beyond the “baby” years, the refresher on life with a newborn worked as a stark reminder that I need to book my husband in for a vasectomy!

Available from Dymocks Hyde Park $34.99 WATCH: The Handmaid’s Tale If you haven’t binged watched The Handmaid’s Tale by now then please stop what you’re doing, set aside ten hours of your life and catch up on the entire first series! This show was my 2017 obsession and season 2 premiered in April this year so it looks like 2018 is going to be a good year for me and my couch. Just in case you missed what it’s all about, The Handmaid’s Tale is set in a chilly near-future of, what once was, Boston, overthrown by the dictatorship of Gilead. Due to widespread infertility, the few remaining fertile women have been enslaved as “handmaids”, conscripted to couples of prestige and forced into ritualised intercourse and child-bearing. It’s intense, brutal and compellingly addictive. Pairs well with a full bodied red and your most well worn in pair of jammies. SBS On Demand Available from Dymocks Hyde Park (from July), $32.99 DO: Roller Derby Two words; roller derby. My obsession with roller skates harks back to the heady days of my youth spent repeatedly watching Xanadu on VHS,

colleagues after a failed mission. What follows is a twisting tick-tock flashback of their expedition into an abnormal and growing electro-magnetic field that has descended on a patch of idyllic national park. If you like your endings wrapped up in a neat little package, this isn’t for you. While it’s not a perfect film, it is thought-provoking, tension-laden (think Apocalypse Now), beautifully shot and, perhaps best of all, features an all-women team of scientists kicking butt, which isn’t something we see enough of.

DO: Whale-watching season.

We really are spoilt brats here in SA, with our world-class wine regions, unparalleled beaches and such. Another super cool thing we have that I routinely forget about is gigantic whales, and there’s no better time to see ’em than now. Love is in the air (or water) from May-October when whales migrate to SA to mate, give birth and nurse their young, and Victor Harbor is a primo spot to see dozens of species (including the majestic Southern Right).

dreaming of skating the rink at Downtown in a hyper-colour t-shirt, with my hair in a side pony.

And if that’s not a disturbingly clear picture of my social life as a teenager, I don’t know what is.

Anyway, I feel like it was only a matter of time until I found my way to the Adelaide Roller Derby: Adelaide’s oldest and largest Derby league. I read the rules in advance but since having children I now need to sing the alphabet to figure out where J is... so digesting the complicated rules of a made-up sport is not a thing that I can do right now. Even so, after about ten minutes of play I had a drink in hand and the rules sussed; it was a fast paced and fun atmosphere and the kids had an absolute ball skating around the outskirts of the stadium at Wayville Showgrounds. Definitely an evening worthy of a late bed time! adelaiderollerderby.com.au

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monsterous fun for kids this winter

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