Mommy Matters

There’s so much discussion about bonding with a new baby that mothers often feel guilty if they don’t feel some incredible attachment to their new baby immediately. When experts talk about bonding, they’re referring to that intense attachment you develop with your baby. It’s the feeling that makes you want to shower him/her with love and cuddles, or throw yourself in front of a bus to protect them. For some parents, it takes a few days – or even minutes [Read More...]

By Natalee Holmes These days discipline is such a popular topic of conversation. Do you use time out? Smacking? Grounding? Punishments? Do you take away privileges, TV or computer time? What works for you? What works on your child? What is detrimental to your child? Regardless of what discipline techniques you use, what is important, [Read More...]

BY JESS MOUNEIMNE There is no doubt that the world we currently reside in, looks less at degrees and formal education and more on abilities and experience. I for one am a product of what I would like to think is a succesfull adult life, with very limited success in my schooling career. As a [Read More...]

BY NATALEE HOLMES So it was Sunday, and I guiltily admit that I spent a large part of it working. One of the down sides to working from home I guess… Nic and Rob were at a Go-Karting party (something my ever greying hair was not up for today!) and so I stayed home with Jason & Danny. They are the best playmates at times, and today was one of those times. I was at my desk, and they were [Read More...]

BY NATALEE HOLMES Today granny came for lunch, and the boys were singing ‘funny’ songs to her. This started a whole trip down memory lane for me, Rob and granny. Remember all those old songs? The fun songs from our youth? Des & Dawn Lindberg… I’m a pink toothbrush, you’re a blue toothbrush… or “My [Read More...]

BY NATALEE HOLMES The other day we were having one of the boys’ favourite lunches. A giant French loaf sandwich which they get to cut chunks from and eat ‘footlongs’. I had only made one loaf… did I mention I am raising locusts, not boys… but had a second as a back-up in case it [Read More...]

BY JESS MOUNEIMNE I was asked on Tuesday how I allocate equal time to both my children, now that I have two kids.  I answered that it was impossible and that at this stage, you go to who needs you the most while the other cries or moans a bit. I also admitted to feeling [Read More...]

BY SUZZANNE MURRAY I’ve got one child. It might be by choice. It might not be. It doesn’t matter. It’s personal. Still, that doesn’t stop people from asking if I’ll have more, when I’ll have more, why don’t I have more. Or stop them from telling me I have to have more, my life is [Read More...]

That’s right! Back by popular demand, you will again be able to join our live Facebook party tonight, and ask the questions you need the answers to. All you need to do is log onto the Mommy Matters Facebook page, and Carolyn and Charlene from Safe Kids will be answering all YOUR Safety questions. If [Read More...]

By Claire Marketos Young children love to spend time doing things with their parents. Bearing this in mind, think of ways to make everyday activities interesting for your child, such as involving him in compiling a grocery list, doing the shopping with you, and packing food away. Not only will he be entertained, but he [Read More...]