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Inspiring Children’s Books for Girls
With International Women’s Day around the corner [March 8th] I have created a list of inspiring children’s books for girls, filled with stories of women who have and are changing the world. These are beautiful and uplifting stories with themes of courage, diversity,...
BOOK REVIEW: Elsewhere Girls
We are HUGE Nova Weetman fans in this family. She is such a terrific author, especially for tween girls. And Elsewhere Girls is up there with her best work. Elsewhere Girls is a moving and funny story of two girls with a deep connection, one based on the Olympic...
10 excellent benefits of social media for your teen
As a child and teenager I was frequently described as a ‘social butterfly’. I thrived in the company of others. “If only she applied herself as enthusiastically to her studies as she does to socialising,” was common feedback from my teachers. It would surprise none of...
4 books to help your tween girl navigate puberty like a boss
As girls hit their tween years they start to experience many physical, emotional, and mental changes. Fortunately there are some great books to help your tween girl navigate puberty like a boss. Did you know that puberty begins long before a girl gets her first...
PERIOD UNDERWEAR: A MODIBODI REVIEW
Let’s talk periods. Do you remember when you first got your period? I do. I was 14 when I first got mine. I remember waking up on a Sunday morning for competition tennis when I noticed a strange colour loosely resembling blood on my knickers. My mum, wonderful in...
BOOK REVIEW: School for Nobodies
Usually, I like to do book roundups here, but this title deserves a review of its own. If you have a daughter aged 8-12, School for Nobodies by Susie Bower is an absolute delight. I bought it for my 10-year-old who is not a voracious reader, but nor is she a reluctant...
15 Fabulous Books for Mother’s Day
As Mother's Day draws closer, I’ve done the hard work and curated a Book Gift Guide for you. In my mind, books always make the perfect gift. Sure, handmade cards are lovely, and the barely warm toast in bed, but if you love reading, here are 15 fabulous book...
BOOK REVIEW: Sick Bay
Every time I ask my community what their biggest challenge is with raising girls, “friendships” inevitably comes up. Which isn't a great surprise - friendships can be tricky, particularly for girls. One of the best predictors of children’s wellbeing at...
An Open Letter to My Tween Daughter
To my darling daughter, You are about to embark on a pretty tricky period. In many ways you are in-between two worlds. You are no longer a child but you are not yet an adult. It’s all part of growing up and TOTALLY normal, but don’t be surprised if things feel a...
Help your daughter transition back to school
The saying, “The days are long but the years are short" is frighteningly accurate. This year my girls are going into Grades 3, 5 and 6. And my "baby" is starting 4-year-old kinder. I can't believe my first-born will finish Primary School this...
In the media
Michaela has been interviewed on TV, radio and in print. She has appeared on Channel 7 News, been a guest on ABC Radio Melbourne and 3AW, and has been interviewed by The Australian and Herald Sun newspapers.
