Mother’s Day Can Bring Joy Or Sadness
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate, to honour our mothers and it's also an opportunity to bless others and be thankful for our blessings.
You Know You’re a Christian Mother When…
… even before conception you begin to pray for your unborn child knowing they are your gift from God. … when you’re nursing your newborn baby and you’re in awe of the creator with growing love for your child. …you go without sleep during those two hourly nappy changes and middle of the night baby…
How To Talk to Your Child About Your Mental Illness
Parents who have a mental illness often wonder if they should talk to their children about it or if they should avoid the subject all together. Some of us are even terrified about discussing it with our kids. However, one important point to consider is that when we don’t explain things to children they begin to…
I Didn’t See Myself Studying A Christian Counselling Course
When two of my sisters were studying aifc counselling courses they would encourage me to enrol in a course. While I was happy for them to be growing, and understood their passion, I told myself, “It’s not for me. What could I possibly get out of it?” I was focused on, and equally as passionate…
Transition Feels Like Grief When A Child Grows Up
My son finishes school this week. I’m incredibly excited. I feel like I could burst with pride as I look at the amazing, self-reliant young man he is becoming and the opportunities that stretch before him. But amidst the happiness and excitement there is also something else going on. I am sad. I am nervous.…
Separation Anxiety Disorder in Children
Childhood Separation Anxiety Disorder is different from usual childhood fears due to its intensity that extends beyond appropriate developmental period for a child’s age. When children experience severe anxiety due to separation from their mother or primary care giver they might be feel a strong, persistent and excessive fear or anxiety. Physical symptoms may also…
