http://www.minti.com/members/cazza/advice/ Most Recent Advice on Minti by cazza Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk cazza There are gift guides and catalogues all trying to show you the perfect gift for Mum, but some of them ignore the fact that Mums have some pet hates for the day …As a favour to most Mums across Australia and the world, here is a list of real life gifts may be given on Mothers Day that  may not ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8829/Things-that-mum-may-not-want-for-Mothers-day/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8829/Things-that-mum-may-not-want-for-Mothers-day/ Wed, 07 May 2008 20:32:01 -0700 cazza Mothers day is this sunday 11th may, and for some its not as happy as for others.. Some may not have a mum and feel at loss and think i wish my mum was here...This is my personal advice, and how i over come the loss of my mum who walked away from the family..It was 2004 and caitlyn was ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8821/loss-of-a-Mum/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8821/loss-of-a-Mum/ Tue, 06 May 2008 15:06:07 -0700 cazza This Sunday the 11th may is Mothers day, and not all are fortunate to have mega dollers to buy mum a laptop, to a luxury holiday away.. But Our children and partners do not need to feel guilty no more, with some tender loving thoughts to what we give and recieve should be all that matters, and for some mums ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8807/Mothers-day-gift-ideas-and-ideas-that-dont-cost-heaps/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8807/Mothers-day-gift-ideas-and-ideas-that-dont-cost-heaps/ Tue, 06 May 2008 01:13:14 -0700 cazza Its not Nice feeling when you get a note or call to say that your Child has being bullied at school.. And often it makes you wonder  ''WHY'' does this child bully , and what is happening at home, and how is his/hers parents going to react. Often Bullies don''t work alone and have their Friends help them, as they think ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8663/The-Child-that-Bullies-other-Children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8663/The-Child-that-Bullies-other-Children/ Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:31:16 -0700 cazza  Here is a list of things that may help when you have someone close to you being a friend, close member of family that may be feeling depressed... Spending time with them, and listening to what they are feeling, and having them know you are there as a supportive loved one, and not there to judge...Suggest to them to seek ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8600/How-can-you-help-someone-that-is-feeling-depressed/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8600/How-can-you-help-someone-that-is-feeling-depressed/ Sun, 13 Apr 2008 14:45:51 -0700 cazza  Every year you give your family and friends  chocolate eggs  and a chocolate bunny as a Easter gift? Maybe they have enough of it? Ate and forgotten. Try something else this year! Make everyone remember about Easter the whole year!Try Thinking outside the Square , and come up with something that is going to last more then  a couple Hours,... ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8425/Easter-Ideasgifts-/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8425/Easter-Ideasgifts-/ Sun, 09 Mar 2008 17:52:27 -0700 cazza I have recently witnessed on minti on how we are all so diffrent on discipline our children, and how confusing the law is making us doubt on whats safe and not so safe on how we discipline our children in todays society... Below i am going to suggest some ways we can over come this, and please they are only ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8358/My-Advice-on-Discipline-and-Children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8358/My-Advice-on-Discipline-and-Children/ Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:42:45 -0800 cazza Christmas time can be hard for some families and many will this Christmas have nothing on their tables or even have a Christmas tree.... I hear often that so many others feel that those people should give away their luxurys and then maybe they could afford to have a good Christmas  But for many they have already given up so ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8058/Christmas-Open-your-heart/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8058/Christmas-Open-your-heart/ Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:02:35 -0800 cazza Today society is a very sad one, and as a carer for a lot of children that come from broken homes or homes that have no Family connection, it sure makes you realise that our nation can Do more to help....It was asked of me recently what can we do as a nation to prevent a another lost child to ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8048/How-can-we-as-a-Nation-prevent-Child-abuse-or-lost-of-a-baby-child/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8048/How-can-we-as-a-Nation-prevent-Child-abuse-or-lost-of-a-baby-child/ Tue, 11 Dec 2007 12:04:29 -0800 cazza As many mums know Pre-eclampsia is often a common problem for some women during their pregnancy. Pre-eclampsia occurs in pregnancy after 20 weeks of pregnancy (usually in 2nd or 3rd trimesters) or later on in the 4th trimester of pregnancy... There are some women who can experience pre-eclampsia earlier as well....The symptoms of pre-eclampsia are High blood pressure ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7886/Pre-Eclampsia-EDITED/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7886/Pre-Eclampsia-EDITED/ Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:01:43 -0800 cazza Every year i used to stress about what was i going to buy for rellies and kiddies in the family.. Now my kids are older and so are the others this is what we do... Buy a present for our children and stick under the tree to the value of $10 and put it from aunt, uncle etc.  Buy a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7822/Ideas-and-tips-on-xmas-shopping/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7822/Ideas-and-tips-on-xmas-shopping/ Fri, 09 Nov 2007 16:59:41 -0800 cazza Recently i was discussing with some mums on behaviour Charts/Star Charts and how that they can help at times to maintain your Childs behaviour in the house and while out...So they wanted to know how it all works...So this is how it works at my place,.... I set out and buy some scrap paper and draw up a week plan ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7813/Behaviour-ChartsSticker-Star-Charts/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7813/Behaviour-ChartsSticker-Star-Charts/ Thu, 08 Nov 2007 15:05:18 -0800 cazza This summer most of you would be either heading to the pool or having your pool blown up for some fun summer activities... So its important for us all to rememebr to use water safety and sun safety....Here is some tips to keep you and your family safe this summer...    Pool rules. Never leave your child in the pool unattended, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7741/Pool-and-sun-safety/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7741/Pool-and-sun-safety/ Thu, 25 Oct 2007 21:36:44 -0700 cazza Its that time of year where most of us are out enjoying the extra day light and the sun light.... So its so important to slip, slop slap when we are outside....... The uv is the highest between the hours of 10am to 3pm australia time,.... So when thinking of heading to the beach, park, or a leisure walk, remember ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7740/Safety-in-the-sun/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7740/Safety-in-the-sun/ Fri, 26 Oct 2007 05:24:32 -0700 cazza Coping with a Crying baby can be frustrating and irritating, and some times you wonder if it is ever going to end...  Babies cry for a reason, and dont do it to annoy us or for attention...  Below is some ideas to help you when your baby is crying....Meet your babys needs, with feeding, changing, and bathing,.... Check to make ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7673/Coping-with-a-Crying-Baby/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7673/Coping-with-a-Crying-Baby/ Tue, 16 Oct 2007 15:10:29 -0700 cazza As first time parents it is so important to have your car all fitted correctly with a car restraint so when its time to bring your precious baby home, you know you will be travelling in a safe manner....Most Hospitals will not allow you to leave the hospital without the proper car seat.... and many would say why,,, Well just ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7665/Getting-your-car-prepared-for-your-new-arrival/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7665/Getting-your-car-prepared-for-your-new-arrival/ Tue, 16 Oct 2007 02:16:30 -0700 cazza If you are planning to have fall pregnant or already pregnant below we need to know this info so that our children are born safe and healthy...... I am thinking of having a baby, is it safe to drink/ and whats the side effects if i doNo one knows when it is safe to drink, but it is advised not ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7609/Expecting-a-Baby-Is-it-safe-to-Drink/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7609/Expecting-a-Baby-Is-it-safe-to-Drink/ Tue, 09 Oct 2007 14:57:55 -0700 cazza Below is some ideas and tips to keep our children safe in any situation.... And by following this we can all help our chidren feel safe and prevent accidents happening..... Talk to your child about what they may see as '' unsafe'.. Ask your child if older enough to come up with some ideas and jot them down on a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7571/Tips-on-keeping-our-children-safe/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7571/Tips-on-keeping-our-children-safe/ Wed, 03 Oct 2007 23:05:14 -0700 cazza What to Do ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7565/Teaching-children-respect/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7565/Teaching-children-respect/ Tue, 02 Oct 2007 20:21:03 -0700 cazza There are several ways to help calm your child's fears about going back to the dentist:1. Talk to your child to find out why she/he is afraid of the dentist. Once you know where hers/his fears lie, it can be easier to deal with.2. Let her watch you. You could sit in the chair and let the hygenist ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7551/7-ways-to-help-your-childs-fear-of-the-Dentist/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7551/7-ways-to-help-your-childs-fear-of-the-Dentist/ Fri, 28 Sep 2007 18:09:35 -0700 cazza In 5 weeks time my chloe will be attending pre- school... so below this is what pre- school means to us and how helping chloe attend these sessions its going to help her when she goes to school next year,,,,Pre-schools is also known as playgroups or playschools, and is for for young children to learn and play ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7545/Attendance-for-your-child-and-pre-school-years/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7545/Attendance-for-your-child-and-pre-school-years/ Fri, 28 Sep 2007 02:07:07 -0700 cazza Have you wondered where your life is going, or where the road you walk on get you to where you want to go... We are our childrens leaders and we need to recognise where our own paths are going before we lead our children down that road....HERE is a brief story that i would like to share with you that ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7380/Path-of-Life-childs-path/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7380/Path-of-Life-childs-path/ Thu, 06 Sep 2007 18:09:59 -0700 cazza As Parents  we are our childrens first teacher. Babies and toddlers learn a lot at home. Here are some simple things you can do around the house that will help your little ones develop into readers and writers. Talk, talk, talk!..... LET them express themselves through the adventure of reading.Your child will learn about spoken words just from listening to ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7379/Reading-How-to-teach-our-children-at-home-before-school/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7379/Reading-How-to-teach-our-children-at-home-before-school/ Thu, 06 Sep 2007 16:02:58 -0700 cazza  I want to share with you all about the program that chloe has being involved with in the last year at our local primary school called Reading rockets... What the program involves is for each child that is from birth to 5 years to have the interaction and ability to enjoy reading prior to them starting school....So each week for ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7377/Reading-rockets-a-new-launch-program-to-help-children-to-read-before-they-reach-school/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7377/Reading-rockets-a-new-launch-program-to-help-children-to-read-before-they-reach-school/ Thu, 06 Sep 2007 03:33:07 -0700 cazza When we first decided to become carers. We spoke to our children and said how would they feel, and brodie came up with the idea of everytime we were asked to have a child or children that we were to call a family meeting.. So this has worked so well, and we even do this when there is huge decision ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7291/Family-meetings/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7291/Family-meetings/ Thu, 30 Aug 2007 14:08:24 -0700 cazza When becoming parents for the first time,. we all hold expectations on what we going to be like, how we deal with every day parenting issues, but is there such a thing as right or wrong way,.... For some it can be very daunting, and lonely, as we are not all that lucky to have supportive families, friends, communitys centres ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7216/Parenting-and-Friendships/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7216/Parenting-and-Friendships/ Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:12:41 -0700 cazza Its Cold outside and you have all the children stuck indoors, Statistics show that most accidents occur in homes around winter, and there is ways to prevent little accidents happening..... Its quite scary as we cant watch our children 24 hours a day, but we can try and avoid acidents occurring.., so below here some suggestions to keep your child/baby ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7156/Preventing-Injuries-in-the-home-in-winteredited/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7156/Preventing-Injuries-in-the-home-in-winteredited/ Tue, 04 Mar 2008 13:00:16 -0800 cazza Often we come across children that have speech problems, or husky voices and wonder how can we help them delvelop a heathy voice.... Years ago my son had speech therapy and these are some ideas i picked up alone the way for ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7115/Help-our-children-overcome-Speech-Problems/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7115/Help-our-children-overcome-Speech-Problems/ Sat, 11 Aug 2007 21:03:03 -0700 cazza * What if my children want things that i cant afford? This question we asks ourselves nearly every day Well heres some tips that i use so my children understand that we are not that lucky  to have a money tree growing in our backyard.And its okay to say 'no' to your children when they ask for thingsChildren really want our ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7114/How-to-not-feel-guilty-when-our-Children-ask-for-Money/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7114/How-to-not-feel-guilty-when-our-Children-ask-for-Money/ Sat, 11 Aug 2007 20:56:49 -0700 cazza Is there such a normal eating in a toddler...I don''t think so, as one minute they will eat everything you put in front of them and the next they are refusing to eat at all.. and then they go through these fads where they will only eat there favourite food all the time..Don''t Despair, heres some 10 suggestions on how ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7111/Tucker-without-Tainty-Tantrums/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7111/Tucker-without-Tainty-Tantrums/ Sat, 11 Aug 2007 18:47:24 -0700 cazza   There was  a question recently  from a another member as she wasnt sure why some of us parents would give our children the flu shots.  I thought if they've had the flu injections it means they can't catch it? What's the point in giving it to them if they can still catch it? So below these are the reasons ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6990/-Up-dated-version-of-the-Flu-shots-and-how-it-works/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6990/-Up-dated-version-of-the-Flu-shots-and-how-it-works/ Tue, 21 Aug 2007 19:54:29 -0700 cazza Is it OK to give soya-based infant formula to my baby? You should only give your baby soya-based infant formula if your GP or health visitor advises you to. In almost all cases, breastfeeding or another type of formula will be a better choice.Soya-based infant formula was originally developed for babies who can't have ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6942/Is-it-ok-to-give-soya-based-milk-formula-to-my-baby/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6942/Is-it-ok-to-give-soya-based-milk-formula-to-my-baby/ Mon, 30 Jul 2007 23:31:42 -0700 cazza Now im writing this as today i was at my childrens school and witnessed the state of some lunch boxes and what was in them, and even that we are in the cooler months we still need to be consious of food poisoning.... So below im going to share some tips and ideas that i have learnt over the years ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6931/Food-safety-with-Lunchboxes/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6931/Food-safety-with-Lunchboxes/ Mon, 30 Jul 2007 05:38:17 -0700 cazza Milk is an important part of a child's diet. It's a good source of energy and protein, and contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals. Milk and milk products are rich sources of calcium, which growing children and young people need to build healthy bones and teeth. So providing cheese, yoghurts, and other calcium is good for the babies dietary ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6893/milk-and-how-important-it-is-for-our-children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6893/milk-and-how-important-it-is-for-our-children/ Fri, 27 Jul 2007 07:53:27 -0700 cazza How should I make up my baby's bottle and how to store it....Before you prepare a feed, it's very important to clean work surfaces and wash your hands. As germs can reach the baby and make them sick....Remember that you also need to sterilise bottles and teats before you use them.  A pot on the stove is good to use ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6892/-how-should-i-make-up-my-babys-bottle-and-how-to-store-it/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6892/-how-should-i-make-up-my-babys-bottle-and-how-to-store-it/ Sat, 28 Jul 2007 04:27:32 -0700 cazza   Today i had the scariest road trip as some of you would have read on my blog and also to the ones that made me feel better on msn.. I truly love how i can count on my friends on minti to be there,,,,.....So below i decided to give advise on what to teach our children, and pray the ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6788/Kids-as-pedestrians/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6788/Kids-as-pedestrians/ Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:41:39 -0700 cazza Its funny how we can be so diffrent on where we want our children to go to school...And how there are so many debates that private is better then public,.... What i find is that if you have a special needs child 9 times out of ten the following happens..Public schools: Due to special education laws, public schools must ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6737/public-vs-private-schools-for-special-needs-children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6737/public-vs-private-schools-for-special-needs-children/ Thu, 12 Jul 2007 05:33:33 -0700 cazza First i like to say thankyou for all the support and comments i have received from all my articles and hope that it has helped the community understand foster care a bit better... So now i would like to share my life as many of you would know that i was a foster child and i think its important for ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6703/Final-chapter-The-life-of-being-a-foster-child-and-how-my-life-turned-out/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6703/Final-chapter-The-life-of-being-a-foster-child-and-how-my-life-turned-out/ Mon, 09 Jul 2007 15:09:27 -0700 cazza How can I help my child when you put them in Respite/Temcare.There are lots of ways you can help your child cope with being away from you, and in astrange place.The most important things for you child to know are that you love them and that goinginto foster care is not a punishment.Make sure your child has things that are ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6695/How-can-i-help-when-you-put-your-child-in-respitetemcare/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6695/How-can-i-help-when-you-put-your-child-in-respitetemcare/ Sun, 08 Jul 2007 16:37:06 -0700 cazza How will fostering affect my children?It was asked when we wanted to be carers, how would our own children feel, and for us that was the most important question as our children are the most important ones in our household, and what decisions we make for our household reflects on them... So here is some information for you as a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6684/How-will-fostering-affect-my-children-part-9-edition/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6684/How-will-fostering-affect-my-children-part-9-edition/ Sat, 07 Jul 2007 17:20:34 -0700 cazza Protecting Yourself Against Accusations Of Sexual AbuseA foster child has no history with you. When you first met you were strangers to one another. Any loyalty the child has for you will have been earned by you over time. The child will respond to you at first in the way that has been learned in his/her family of origin. Be ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6680/Protecting-Yourself-as-a-foster-carer-against-allegations-edition-Part-8/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6680/Protecting-Yourself-as-a-foster-carer-against-allegations-edition-Part-8/ Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:21:05 -0700 cazza What to do if your foster child discloses sexual abuse ...It is often the case that when a child comes into foster care that very little is known about his/her background. As a foster parent you may be told little more than the ostensible reason for placement, the child's age, composition of the family or where his/her school is. This ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6679/What-to-do-if-your-foster-child-discloses-child-sexual-abuse-editions-part-7/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6679/What-to-do-if-your-foster-child-discloses-child-sexual-abuse-editions-part-7/ Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:15:14 -0700 cazza This questionnaire will help to determine if you are eligible to be a foster parent.1. I have enough room in my home to temporarily house a child. (True or False) You must have enough bedroom space to foster a child. Also, you must be able to provide the child with his/her own bed. A child in care may share a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6665/To-be-eligible-to-be-a-foster-parent-these-determine-if-you-are-eligiblePart-6-Edition/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6665/To-be-eligible-to-be-a-foster-parent-these-determine-if-you-are-eligiblePart-6-Edition/ Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:10:22 -0700 cazza The following checklist may help you to decide whether you have the qualities to foster for Foster Care and other agencies that deal with children in care that need foster carers .... You genuinely like children and can remain enthusiastic even when things are difficult. You appreciate that fostering will have an impact ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6653/A-Checklist-to-help-you-decide-whether-you-would-like-to-be-a-foster-parent-part-5/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6653/A-Checklist-to-help-you-decide-whether-you-would-like-to-be-a-foster-parent-part-5/ Fri, 06 Jul 2007 22:55:40 -0700 cazza As a foster carer it is fully required that there be no physical/ emotional abuse shown to the child in your care..... Here im going to give you some tips to reach out and know how to get through to that child that their behaviour isnt acceptable... Send strong messages across that hitting others is not nice. Allow the child ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6642/discipliner-of-children-or-young-people-in-foster-care-edited-part-4-edition/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6642/discipliner-of-children-or-young-people-in-foster-care-edited-part-4-edition/ Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:43:27 -0700 cazza Why do the states need foster carers Foster care generally provides a temporary caring home while the parent(s) and family members receive support to help them work out their problems. Where possible, children are reunited with their parents as quickly as possible. Foster care is arranged and supported by Families and other foster care agencies only after other options within ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6626/Why-do-the-states-need-foster-carers-Part-one-edited-as-its-a-edition-im-doing/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6626/Why-do-the-states-need-foster-carers-Part-one-edited-as-its-a-edition-im-doing/ Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:39:55 -0700 cazza What makes a good foster carer People with a variety of life experiences and from all religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds can become successful foster carers. To be a foster carer you'll need: patience and an understanding of the needs of children in foster care experience of looking after children time and energy to care for ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6620/What-makes-a-good-foster-carer-edited-Part-2-edition/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6620/What-makes-a-good-foster-carer-edited-Part-2-edition/ Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:40:53 -0700 cazza Recently i was have being talking to a few friends of mine that are interested in what my role is when i take in children in my care.. I   What Is Respite Care?Respite Care is care provided to a foster child for a short period of time by someone other than their foster family. During this time the foster parents ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6599/what-is-respite-carer-edited-part-3-edition/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6599/what-is-respite-carer-edited-part-3-edition/ Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:41:49 -0700 cazza It is easier to look after your childs needs these days if you can look after yours as well.. Here om going to suggest some ideas of mine that i use in my household so my children and i are happy and content......Work as a team.Parenting is easier when you have a supportive partner, and if you dont have one ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6388/Family-Survival-Tips/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6388/Family-Survival-Tips/ Thu, 14 Jun 2007 13:21:36 -0700 cazza Hi im from Launceston Tasmania and would like to share with you all what i enjoy most about my town...Launceston is Australia's third oldest city (after Sydney and Hobart) and has many historical buildings and sights. is a city in the north of the state of Tasmania, Australia, population approximately 103,000, located at the juncture of the North Esk, South ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6294/Holidaying-in-Launceston-Tasmania/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6294/Holidaying-in-Launceston-Tasmania/ Sat, 09 Jun 2007 23:43:47 -0700 cazza Tonight in q/a there was a member here that was quite distraught  and understanding as her daughter was touched in the wrong way,  and she has being given heaps of advise... What i like to say this is the messages we need to send to our children and other children in our society that this is not acceptable and we ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6106/Messages-for-the-disclosing-child-some-suggestions-on-child-sexual-abuse/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6106/Messages-for-the-disclosing-child-some-suggestions-on-child-sexual-abuse/ Mon, 28 May 2007 04:27:10 -0700 cazza There is so much publicity and pressure on how our children need toys from the shops, so i know from experience that the best toys for our bubs/toddlers are the ones we usually make, at home, playgroups.....So here im going to suggest some cool toys that your bub/toddler can enjoy at home/playgroup and it cost next to nothing to make ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6072/Home-made-babytoddler-toys/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6072/Home-made-babytoddler-toys/ Fri, 25 May 2007 15:28:40 -0700 cazza  i thought i would write some great advise on how good it is to have baby playgroup at home and at your friends place, as then you dont have that clicky feeling that some outside playgroups have with mums....  So below im going to give you all some tips and ideas and i hope you and your baby enjoy this ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6070/Tips-for-home-baby-playgroups/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6070/Tips-for-home-baby-playgroups/ Fri, 25 May 2007 14:53:39 -0700 cazza We all Often wonder how and what happens if we fall in that catergory where we may have to make that phone call to one of the below services and where does our report go from there.....When you suspect and report a allegation to child protection sectors, you will be asked a few questions to help determine whether or not ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5545/What-happens-when-you-report-abuse-or-neglect-Edited/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5545/What-happens-when-you-report-abuse-or-neglect-Edited/ Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:06:52 -0800 cazza As a parents,we can relate to feeling stressed anf tested to the limits where we feel that we cant control how we feel towards our children, and as much as we say we wouldnt never harm our child in  a unsafe way, it can occur, so to avoid this happening and hold some responsibility to recognise that we need help ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5532/Tips-and-ideas-on-how-to-reduce-abusing-your-child/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5532/Tips-and-ideas-on-how-to-reduce-abusing-your-child/ Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:47:16 -0800 cazza From the time we hold our children the first time in the hospital they need to know how much we love and care for them. We are there to provide them with warm clothing, healthy food, and a warm and loving home for them to grow into responsible adults.Love and care: Babies and young children need lots of kisses and cuddles.... ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5514/LoveCare-Respect-your-children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5514/LoveCare-Respect-your-children/ Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:58:01 -0700 cazza Children can be abused in several diffrent ways. Abuse can be physical,emotional, and/or sexual abuse.Abuse can also include neglect and harrasing behaviors like bullying.1. Physical Abuse- this occurs when a person purposefully injures or threatens a child or young person.. This may take the form of slapping,punching,shaking,kicking,burning.shoving, or grabbing forcefully..The injuries that may occur from these incidents can form bruises,cuts,burns ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5509/Child-Abuse-signs-of-physical-abuse/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5509/Child-Abuse-signs-of-physical-abuse/ Thu, 12 Apr 2007 21:45:08 -0700 cazza How to choose a Child Care Centre right for your child.Why it matters.Don''t settle for less when choosing a carer for your child.. Note these points for what your child needs.1.To feel safe in a child friendly environment.2.To feel emotionally secure3.To have a caring relationship with their carer4.To feel happy and nurtured5.To be provided with good nutrition.6.That the carers provide ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5358/Finding-the-right-child-care-for-your-child/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5358/Finding-the-right-child-care-for-your-child/ Thu, 29 Mar 2007 17:07:38 -0700 cazza * What if my children want things that i cant afford? This question we asks ourselves nearly every day. Well heres some tips that i use so my children understand that we are not that lucky  to have a money tree growing in our backyard.And its okay to say 'no' to your children when they ask for thingsChildren really want ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5350/Kids-and-money/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5350/Kids-and-money/ Thu, 29 Mar 2007 01:28:02 -0700 cazza Make easter for fun this year by being creative and try these activitywith your children.Hunt the Easter Bunny.Childhood is so short  but so very precious.Your children will love hunting for easter bunny on Easter morning.This activity is suitable for 2 years What you need..A small basket of Easter Basket of Easter Eggs. Flour.What to do.Wake up very early before the ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5329/Easter-Activities/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5329/Easter-Activities/ Tue, 27 Mar 2007 23:05:10 -0700 cazza Food Allergy- Is caused by the body''s immune system reacting to proteins foods.The reaction is usually immediate and may cause swelling and itching, nausea,vomiting, cramps,diarrhoea,  and skin rashes.Severe cases are rarely rare, but do require special planning and precautions to prevent these occurring..Food Allergies usually occur in infants and young children with a family history of eczema,asthma,hayfever and /or insect ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5302/Food-Allergies-and-Intolerances/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5302/Food-Allergies-and-Intolerances/ Mon, 26 Mar 2007 15:03:45 -0700 cazza Here is a list of ways to make sure that when you provide a dummy to your baby, that it is going to be safe and not hold any possible potential hazards to your infants or if you are still providing one to your toddler.Select a safe dummy1.Choose a dummy with a shield and ventilation holes to prevent suffocation if ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5293/Babies-Dummies-and-the-safe-use-of-them/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5293/Babies-Dummies-and-the-safe-use-of-them/ Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:02:11 -0700 cazza Is there such a normal eating in a toddler...I don''t think so, as one minute they will eat everything you put in front of them and the next they are refusing to eat at all.. and then they go through these fads where they will only eat there favourite food all the time.. Don''t Despair, heres some 10 suggestions on ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5279/Tucker-Without-Tantrums/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5279/Tucker-Without-Tantrums/ Thu, 22 May 2008 14:46:52 -0700 cazza Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in woman Worldwide, which is almost caused by the human Papillomavirus(HPV)The good news is that a new vaccine, developed in Australia,can protect  against HPV, the cause of up to 70 per cent of Cervical Cancers.The other good news is that the Australian Government will be providing free vaccines for all girls aged ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5278/National-Cervical-Cancer-Vaccinations-begin-April-2007/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5278/National-Cervical-Cancer-Vaccinations-begin-April-2007/ Sat, 24 Mar 2007 16:02:13 -0700