Margaret Williams

Margaret Williams holds a bachelors degree in early childhood education and works in a consultative role, supporting school and preschool leaders to deliver high quality early years programs. She is an Australian book-obsessed mother of 4 biological children as well as a foster parent. Margaret loves being a life-long learner and is currently studying for a masters qualification in educational leadership. Margaret and her husband form a dynamic team and their family motto is "work hard, play hard," a motto that they certainly live up to.

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7 ways that motherhood has changed over the years

Think back to your youth and how your parents used to get along with this whole parenting thing. Fast forward a few decades and motherhood has changed drastically.

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Raising siblings after growing up an only child

Only child vs. siblings is a long-standing debate. What does each journey even look like? Let me share my experience and tips on being an only child raising siblings, both in this article and my new book, “Siblings’ Rivalry: A Collection of Funny Poems.”

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The Disintegrating Student: Struggling but Smart, Falling Apart, and How to Turn It Around: Book Review

The pressures students face today can be overwhelming. The Disintegrating Student can be a valuable resource for parents to help their students avoid academic breakdown.

Learning Reviews & Stuff

Sensory toys for autism: 42 stimulating toys and games

Sensory toys for autism are important for sensory stimulation of autistic kids. Here’s a comprehensive list that will stimulate your kid.

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How to deal with the pressure to get pregnant

The emotional impact of social or internal pressure on a woman to get pregnant can’t be ignored. Here are some tips on how to deal with the pressure to get pregnant.

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Make the grocery store count: How to incorporate learning while shopping

Educating your kids on literacy and math skills goes beyond the classroom. There’s so much they can learn from a trip to the grocery store. Here are fun things to do.

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The popularity, politics, and pitfalls of gender reveals

Gender reveals are sweeping the nation as rapidly as the fireworks and wildfires sparked by them. Here’s how to minimize the pitfalls.

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Sewing for kids: How to introduce your child to the craft

Is sewing a dying art form? As fast fashion takes over the world and everything is available online, let’s get back to basics with a good old-fashioned sewing machine and show our kids what great fun creating their own projects from scratch can be.

Activities Reviews & Stuff

Signs of puberty in boys

Do you think your boy is beginning to go through puberty? Check out our breakdown of the signs of puberty in boys.

Health & Safety

Pelvic girdle pain: Tips for relief during pregnancy

Pelvic girdle pain, also called symphysis pubic dysfunction (SPD), occurs in around 20% of pregnancies. Its symptoms can vary from mild discomfort to extreme pain. Lifestyle changes and exercise help manage this pain in most cases.

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Family hiking: How to make hiking fun for your kids

Hiking is an amazing exercise and a great way to rejuvenate your body and feed your soul. However, most kids just see it as nothing but a cruel and unusual punishment. Let’s fix that.

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C-section: Why we should ditch the social stigma

The emotional turmoil after a C-section birth is difficult enough even without the added pressure of C-section shaming.

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The wonderful world of LEGO organization

Are you constantly stepping on LEGOs? Is the only thing keeping you from a perfect life a LEGO organization or storage system? Here are the best ways to sort and store LEGOs to keep your house tidy.

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Baby essentials checklist: Practical baby items to buy before birth

A bit of planning will help you to stay calm and enjoy your pregnancy. Here’s a checklist of practical things to buy before your little one arrives.

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How to make your shy kid more confident

Worried about your shy kid? Here are 6 ways parents can help boost confidence in their slow to warm up child.

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Is vaping bad for teens?

Are you the parent of a teenage vaper? Perhaps it’s all new to you, and you’re worried sick. Check out the most important things you need to know about vaping, including the health consequences, tell-tale signs, and strategies to deal with the issue.

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3, 2, 1, GO!

It’s the school Olympics and tensions run high as parents stand by hoping that their kids win the races. Then it’s up to mom and dad to run…How will it turn out?

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Pregnancy brain: Is it a real thing?

Up to 81% of women experience a cognitive function decline during pregnancy. Let us share some strategies for managing pregnancy brain.

Health & Safety

Chess for kids: What you should know

Wondering when and how to introduce your child to chess? From the right age and chess board to the best chess books and apps for kids, we have you covered.

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An interview with the Tooth Fairy

We tracked down Tinka the Tooth Fairy to ask her all about tooth fairy life and what actually happens to those baby teeth.

Have a Laugh

Hidden sugars in your children’s diet and how to avoid them

Is your child consuming too much sugar? Since added sugars tend to be disguised as lesser-known ingredients, we’ll tell you what to look for and why it’s important to limit added sugars in your child’s diet.

Diet Health & Safety

Newborn keeping you awake all night? 9 Tips for the sleep deprived mom

Your newborn has wreaked havoc on your sleep cycles that you’ve even forgotten what it felt like to sleep like a baby. Here’s how to tackle sleepless nights.

Daily Grind Health & Safety

Important life skills for kids to learn

Kids who learn life skills have a greater chance of being successful students and productive adults. From cooking to setting goals, teaching life skills to your kids can be fun and easy.

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Pregnancy cravings: Should you give in or ignore them?

Are pregnancy cravings real, or is it all in the mind? Pregnancy cravings are a normal part of the journey. While you may want to eat whatever you’re craving, just be sure that your food choices are healthy for you and your baby.

Diet Health & Safety

We’re pregnant! The first-time dad’s pregnancy handbook: Book Review

Adrian Kulp guides 1st-time dads through the experience of pregnancy in a handbook that is informative, helpful, and entertaining. Learn all about your growing baby, mom’s body changes, and how you can be engaged and supportive from conception to birth and beyond.

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