Posts by Sylvia

‘My child only scribbles’ ‘My child is so active’ ‘My child won’t sit and complete focused activities’. Sound familiar to anyone? First off- you’re not alone. Second- there is nothing…

Written by Sana Ali.   Ramadan is the month of fasting practised by millions of Muslims around the world. It is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and…

– Written by Sylvia Arotin So you have seen the articles and pictures of Montessori. You want to take on board the Montessori lifestyle with your little ones and family…

By: Melissa Chandler, Alongside You Parenting Sometimes referred to as a ‘Montessori Bed’, the concept of a floor bed or low bed is not new. It has been a common…

Many parents find themselves wondering how to help their children manage their ‘big feelings’. When children are unable to handle their emotions well, this shows up as challenging behaviours for…

By: Melissa Chandler – Alongside You Parenting   How to stop children from waking up too early is a question that I am commonly asked, and something that I am…

Christmas can be a stressful time of year, but, it can also be the most amazing time with family and loved ones! The lead up to Christmas can be busy…

By: Melissa Chandler – Alongside You Parenting   You may be familiar with the term ‘sleep regression’. It is often defined as a period of worsening sleep. For parents it…

Written by: Kara Rones from @momtessori101 Montessori philosophy is a reality-based educational approach that aids children in preparation for life and encompasses growth of the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.…

Written by Melissa Chandler – Alongside You Parenting   The beauty and simplicity of a Montessori prepared environment is an element of the philosophy that attracts many people. There are…