KIDDO ISSUE 9 by Kiddo Mag

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Teresa Palmer & Christiane Duigan talk babies, business and friendship.

+ 5 page ‘DreamBig’ festival feature inside!

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Publisher Charlotte Chambers

Staff Writer Gemma Easton

Editorial Contributors Rebecca Morse Cassandra Kerr Danielle Symes Olivia Williams Jake Dean Matilda Schwarz Saskia Webb Annabel Hartnett Ella James Astrid Myers Alyssa Fletcher Annetta Koutsouridis Dr Lyndsey Collins-Praino Julia Boase Angela Stradwick Helen Connolly

To say we’re excited about this issue is an understatement. Having Teresa Palmer on the cover, with fellow mum and business partner Christaine Duigan is a dream. YES, I’m a total #fangirl. Growing up in Adelaide I have watched Teresa’s career with keen interest. Teresa clearly has two great passions in life, being a mother and acting and seamlessly combines the two. Following her Instagram @teresapalmer you can see her transforming from hands-on earth mother, to glamorous Hollywood actress attending Chanel shows #mindblown and now adding business entrepreneur to her list and introducing us to LOVEWELL (page 22) with friend and clean eating advocate Christiane Duigan. We chat to them about business, babies, motherhood and the birth of Lovewell as she prepares to give birth to her third child. These local ladies are inspirational and once again show that women are capable of truly incredible things.

Sub Editor Cassandra Kerr

Also in this issue ahead of Mother’s Day, we chat to plant lady and new mother Emma Sadie Thompson (E-S-T) about growing her successful plant styling business and a newborn, we also chat to her greatest supporters; her mother and her grandmother. And, it’s School Holiday time again which means juggle time, we have a bunch of great activities to do and see and also showcase the awesome biannual DREAM BIG FESTIVAL, which continues to offer a fresh, inventive, and inspiring arts experience for young people (page 30).

To all the mammas out there, HAPPY MOTHERS DAY – may your coffee stay warm and your laundry basket be empty, on this blessed day!!!

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Photography Kirsty Burns

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What's On It’s here... April and Easter holidays! Here is a list of events and activities to keep you and your crew entertained. April 14

April 15 - 26

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Easter Egg Hunt @ Bob & Olives Parkside Hotel parksidehotel.com.au

Little Picasso School holiday & Art Camp Hyde Park, Glenelg, Woodcroft littlepicassos.com.au

ZOOcation School holiday care adelaidezoo.com.au

Pregnancy Baby Expo Adelaide Showgrounds Pbcexpo.com.au

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Nature Play Sa - Forest Festival Kuitpo Forest Natureplaysa.org.au

Adelaide International Kite Festival Semaphore Beach akfa.info

Circus Rio Bonython Park, Adelaide Circusrio.com

April 20 - 22

May 3 - 5

May 4

Bowerbird Design Market Adelaide Showground Bowerbird.net.au

Tinkertime: The Broken Bubble Machine Something On Saturday Space Theatre Adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

Play at the Bay - April School Holiday holdfast.sa.gov.au/playatthebay

April 19 - 20

Kidz Gigantic Day Out Adelaide Convention Centre Kidzdayout.com.au

Oakbank Easter Races theracessa.com.au

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May 25 - 26

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The Mik Maks PLAY - Something On Saturday Space Theatre Adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

The Gruffalo - Dream Big Festival Dunstan Playhouse Adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

BEEP - Dream Big Festival Space Theatre Adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

Robot Song - Dream Big Festival Dunstan Playhouse Adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

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BOWERBIRD DESIGN MARKET Friday 3 May, 4pm - 9pm Sat 4 May - Sun 5 May, 10am - 5pm Kiddo Corner - Sat and Sun Wayville Pavilion, Adelaide Showground

Colourful keepsakes, hand-made homewares, pot plants, clothes, textiles, prints and more will adorn the tables of Australia’s leading creatives at Bowerbird Design Market this May 3-5 at Adelaide Showground.

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Over three days an expected 12,000 market goers will have the opportunity to wander, sift, browse and shop through more than 200 stallholders made up of creatives, designers and makers. This year’s event will see the introduction of 60 new stallholders! With Mother’s Day on the horizon, Bowerbird is the perfect opportunity to choose the perfect mindful gift for Mum. There’s nothing quite like knowing that the present you’re giving is sustainably produced, one of a kind or even made by hand. Free gift-wrapping for a gold coin charity donation will also be on offer. A “Nail Break” station will be available to enjoy a glass of bubbles and manicure with mum or if you’re a little younger there will be ongoing workshops available for the little ones to enjoy. Crack open those piggybanks kiddos, because there are lots of products made especially for kids! Some of our KIDDO favourites include the likes of Lapito, Word Finders Club, Poppy & Pom, Chook Shed Designs and more!

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A Mindful Child Brooke Glennen of By Brooke Creative is another wonderful addition to the stallholders at Bowerbird this May. Brooke creates products to “help mindful parents cultivate their child's need for relaxation and comfort”. Her latest creation My Mindful Child is an Australian handmade book series. We chatted to Brooke to learn more about the motivation for her award-winning products: In what way are your products mindful? My Mindful Child focuses on introducing calmness, kindness and rest into the home through simple meditation and storytelling. The series provides short stories, meditation exercises and sensory objects for parents to interact one-on-one with their child and practice being in the present moment through quiet, tactile experiences.

E-S-T – DIY craft pot succulent With Emma Sadie Thompson Emma and her crew of plant enthusiasts are ready to get down and dirty with kids. This activity will engage those little green thumbs mixing art and gardening together. Each participant will be given a small terracotta pot to decorate with a range of craft options, they will then get the chance to plant their very own living succulent with some potting mix, they can treasure forever or make it for Mother’s Day! Sun 5th (20 mins) $10 per child per session 11am and 12pm, in KIDDO Corner Limited spaces available book at bowerbird.net.au

Announcing… KIDDO CORNER at Bowerbird Markets this May! A place to rest those tired legs after all of that shopping. KIDDO Corner offers a calm and creative space for little people and their big people, with a book nook, games and daily FREE craft activities and paid workshops. /6

How do they help with child relaxation? Upon beginning My Mindful Child the soothing sound of a parents voice reading a story or meditation can be heard, the calming illustrations and muted colour palette can be seen and the touch of a sensory object that relates to the storybook tale can be felt. These gently play on the senses making for a restorative experience. Do you create the products yourself? I sew, cover, trim and bind each storybook by hand. I handmade my Hanging Pods and also create detailed hand illustrations that can be found in my storybooks.

Check out Brooke’s designs here: bybrookecreative.com

Cloud Theory Marshmallows – DIY Unicorn marshmallow cone with May Pike If you have a budding dessert chef or just a little one who loves to eat desserts, then Cloud Theory Marshmallows has an activity that will make their day. Tease the tastebuds by starting with an ice cream cone, then each little maestro will be the architect of their own creation by dipping in chocolate and choosing fillings. Topped with a delicious swirl of handmade, pillowy-soft marshmallow they will finish their creation with decorations of their own choosing, to create their very own unique dreamy marshmallow cone to take with them, while you get to leave the kitchen mess with us! Sat 4th (20 mins) $10 per child per session 11am and 12pm, in KIDDO Corner Limited spaces available book at bowerbird.net.au

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Word on the Street With Helen Connolly, Commissioner for Children and Young People It goes without saying that the world our children are growing up in is very different from the world you or I grew up in. Now that we are living in the age of smartphones, gaming, and tablet devices – 5G is almost here – it’s hard to believe the internet has been in mainstream use for less than 30 years. Artificial intelligence, machine learning, robots and space travel are going to become daily realities soon enough and none of us really know what’s next. But what does this actually mean for you as a parent? Rather than fearing the future, or spending all our efforts trying to predict what it will look like, I believe it is more important that we work to prepare our children, equipping them with the skills to help them define that future. And how can we do that? The myriad responsibilities of a parent include building and maintaining a strong relationship with your child, providing ways for your child to learn the skills they are going to need, and ensuring your child is safe during their time interacting with the wider world, whether that’s in real life or online.

From my work speaking to children and young people it became clear that there’s something practical and beautifully simple that parents can be doing right now to meet these challenges – and that is to embrace shared family screen time.

Increase the ‘share factor’ to reduce the ‘scare factor’. Simply recognising that you play an important role on your child’s digital learning journey as a parent or carer is the starting point to making a big difference to your child’s digital success. Showing an interest in what your child is viewing, and joining them in activities that promote positive learning and play, allows you to reinforce management of screen activity to reduce potential for negative habit forming behaviours. Whatever your child is learning at school, the more you can do with your child at home to build their digital skills with safe access limits and timeframes considered, the further they’re likely to reach on their digital learning journey.

So sit down with your child and switch on. Make it part of your daily or weekly routine as you might when preparing a meal, doing a garden activity, or reading aloud with your child. Each shared experience can strengthen your relationship and you’ll be building fun and valuable memories at the same time as preparing your child for a brighter future. After all, when your child has a healthy and empowered relationship with digital technology, they’re more likely to have the skills they’ll need to create the truly inclusive, democratic and equitable society that our children today, and their children tomorrow, deserve.

Take the Commissioner’s Digital Challenge at home I’ve introduced my ongoing digital challenge as a way to increase digital empowerment after children across SA asked for ways to be creative, to learn what they need to know now, and to start preparing for the jobs of the future. In 2019 the Challenge is all about coding and computational thinking. My Challenge gives families a way to get involved even if they’ve never tried coding before. There’s also an extensive library of free resources covering all areas of the digital learning journey from design thinking to digital literacy. Before you know it, you’ll have learnt some interesting skills yourself. The Commissioner’s Digital Challenge is currently running in many schools across SA, at public libraries and through Scouts and Girl Guides with an unplugged version for preschools to be rolled out. commissionersdigitalchallenge.net.au

If you’re a child, young person or parent and there’s something you think I should be doing to make things better for the lives of kids in SA, please get in touch! commissionerCYP@sa.gov.au

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Touch Wood Australian Children’s Furniture are manufacturers of plywood children's furniture items for pre-school and primary aged kiddos. Harmony O’Cadin and her two brothers now run the South Australian family business that has been producing commercial retail joinery for over forty years. Three years ago, the trio decided to produce furniture for the pre-school market after visiting Early Learning Centres with their own children and realising that quality, locally made furniture for these environments was hard to find. The trio knew that their local manufacturing facility and skilled employees would be able to produce products that would not only look aesthetically pleasing, but would also offer the durability and quality that can be difficult to find in the flatpack solutions or imported products. We spoke to Harmony to learn more about sustainability and Australian Children’s Furniture:

What sets you apart from other, more commercial manufacturers? Being a family business located in Edwardstown, we are accessible to our customers by phone, email or in person. Not too many commercial manufacturers are accessible by the general public. We also have the ability to show our customers the products prior to ordering online. This can be very reassuring for schools or Directors of centres and kindergartens that may be looking to place a large order. As we are commercial joiners, we have the ability to custom make additional joinery items that may be required. This is particularly helpful to new centre’s opening up or refurbishments that

We have also had businesses use this option for play areas within shopping centres; meaning the furniture on display and used by the kids is branded with the centre’s logo. Our range is continually expanding, but we offer the option to have items custom made to suit a particular request. Do you deliver? Absolutely! Our furniture is delivered fully assembled and ready to use! We also offer a DIY Collect option for any customers that may wish to save on delivery costs by collecting from our Edwardstown warehouse.

may require joinery in addition to furniture. What makes buying from local manufacturers like yourself more environmentally sustainable? The plywood material we use is purchased through an Australian supplier and comes with FSC accreditation. This means that it is ethically sourced and is not coming from an endangered forest or from illegal sources. The energy used in our manufacturing process is harvested through our solar panels, and we use waste disposal companies that have facilities to process and transform our waste into valuable commodities. We also like that we are contributing to the sustainability of Australian manufacturing by offering employment to skilled joiners and carpenters.

What age group is your furniture designed for? Our chairs and tables are designed for the preschool market (Early Learning Centres, Montessori Schools, Kindergartens and Childcare Centres) and our storage and library units are suitable for pre-school and primary school environments. The range is made from high quality solid birch plywood which makes the furniture very sturdy.

The superior quality is instantly recognisable. Can your furniture be customised or custom ordered? Yes! We have customisable chairs and tables which means that a school or centre can have the backrest of their chairs, or the centre of their tables embedded with their logo or emblem.

View Australian Children’s Furniture range online here: australianchildrensfurniture.com.au @australianchildrensfurniture

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Mum's the winner at Myer Centre! Now there is even more reason to shop at one of the Myer Centres 70 specialty shops this Mother's Day, as they team up with one of our favourite brands; Glasshouse Candles. Spend $150 at any Myer Centre retailer between 8-11 of May and receive a limited edition Myer Centre Glasshouse Candle to give to mum. Simply show your receipts at our Mother’s Day booth on the ground floor atrium to receive your gift. Stores include Myer Adelaide, Sunglass Hut, Nine West, Lush, Lincraft, Grahams, Australian Geographic and Rebel Sport.

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As a qualified Pilates and yoga teacher, PT and counsellor-to-be, Bridie Walker knows all the “things”, but like all of us other regular beings she often found the motivation to workout quite tough. Being a Mum of 2 kiddos herself, Bridie also knows that fitting around a gym schedule isn’t always appealing. This sparked the idea to create something a little more convenient. ‘She Moves’ is an online platform where Bridie shares her workouts with Mums and busy women, bringing the workout from her home to yours. For just $15 a month you can be part of the She Moves community and even spot Bridie’s pets and children who make cute cameos in the videos. To find out more info on how to sweat, stretch (and swear!) from the convenience of your own lounge room: shemovesonline.com.au @she_moves_

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Family Fun this Winter With Something on Saturday Here are our top three must-sees from the program so far: Tinkertime: The Broken Bubble Machine

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When a crime wave hits Happy Valley, there are a caseload of mysteries to be solved! Who's stolen Ma Hubbard's recipe book? Who's kidnapped Marigold the cow? And what dirty secret is Papa Bear hiding behind his Porridge empire?

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Join ABC Kids star Nay Nay for Tinkertime: The Broken Bubble Machine.

Staying home wrapped up in a cosy blanket and sipping a frothy hot choccy in winter is nice for a while, but soon enough you’ll have kids crawling up the walls when cabin fever hits. That’s why Something on Saturday’s is returning to bring a whole heap of theatrical family fun to your calendar this chilly season. This year’s Something on Saturday program will yet again delight 1 to 12 year olds with fabulous live performances every Saturday at Adelaide Festival Centre. From performances to exhibitions and hands on arts and crafts, this is every child’s chance to experience the transformative world of the arts. Kids tickets start from just $12.

Join Nay Nay and her tinkering friends on board HMS ‘Curiosity', a grumpy old bubble-powered airship that flies world-wide. But when the ship breaks down, the Tinkertime team must come to the rescue. This is a voyage of laughs and curiosity. You may recognise Nay Nay, aka Naomi Young, as the voice of 'Hootabelle' from Giggle and Hoot. Tinkertime: The Broken Bubble Machine is a steam punk-style extravaganza with live music, dancing, fascinating machinery and bubbles popping everywhere. Let’s blow our minds - it’s Tinkertime! Something On Saturday Free Kids Corner Workshop - Glow Puppets 4 May 1.30pm–3pm

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Plus, every week there’s a FREE Foundation Kids Corner Workshop where kids are given the opportunity to let their creative juices flow and create wonderful arts and crafts, inspired by the show they attend.

Grab your family and friends, picnic blankets and beanies, Nature Play Forest Festival is returning to Kuitpo Forest these April school holidays. If you are looking for an activity that will get your children outdoors running, jumping, climbing and exploring then don’t miss Forest Festival. It will be nature play activities galore including: low ropes, nature potions and tinkering, wildlife display and shows, orienteering and

Get ready for a Mik Mak musical adventure with brothers Al, Joel and Drums the Panda. There are lots of games to play and musical fun to be had with The Mik Maks “Play” show. Young audiences will learn valuable concepts like sharing, creative sibling play, healthy eating, brushing your teeth and packing up. Plus, they will have loads of fun singing and dancing to The Mik Maks catchy rock songs.

It's down to Private Detective Jack Spratt to uncover the truth in this tale of mystery, mayhem and breakfast cereal! Porridge serves up a delicious production, packed with spoonfuls of sparkling songs and bowlfuls of belly-laughs. This hilarious show will leave the audience wanting seconds and shouting for more! Something On Saturday Free Kids Corner Workshop - Detective Tales 29 June 1:30pm–3pm

Something On Saturday Free Kids Corner Workshop - Junk Music

Create your own detective gadget and help solve a mystery.

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For further ticketing and program info visit: adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au @adelaidefescent

bushwalking trails, nature mask making, bush stick xylophone jam sessions, family yoga, environmental education activities and as much free play as your children can handle in the forest surrounds as well as a great food offering and… coffee. April 16 - 17 Tickets and information available natureplaysa.org.au

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MOTHER’S DAY MYER CENTRE ADELAIDE

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Forgive me if I forget your name... or mine WORDS— Rebecca Morse @rebeccamorse10

We’re all familiar with the condition of Baby Brain. That prenatal fog that sees you leave your car keys in the Tupperware drawer and walk into rooms with great urgency only to wonder what indeed you are doing there and what it used to feel like to be a fully functioning member of society. I’m sorry to break it to you, but there is an equally-debilitating condition which I have recently self-diagnosed. Working Mum Brain. The symptoms can strike without warning and are usually triggered when one is pressured to recall specific and detailed information quickly and coherently. Information pertaining to one’s beloved offspring, for example. I met a parent who was new to the school at a kid’s birthday party in recent weeks and, as parental small talk dictates, we inquired about each other’s children. Just basic stuff, you know, food allergies, names, year levels, teachers and the like. I got through the first child with flying colours, no hesitation, managing to pass myself off as a committed and engaged mother and member of the school community. Then, a mental blank when I got to the classroom specifics of the middle child. 5S I said, with confidence. I should have left it at that. Grabbed a lolly bag and made a quick exit. Instead I said “Mrs….” and trailed off unconvincingly. Fool! I was dealing with a new mother unfamiliar with the faculty staff. I could have saved myself. Gone with Mrs Smith, Mrs Schnitzel or Mrs Snodgrass, she would have been none the wiser. For at least another term or two. By which time her child may have moved into another friendship group. / 12

But Working Mum Brain is insidious, it not only robs you of your memory, it robs you of your powers of quick thinking. And so it was that I was forced to admit that I had forgotten my child’s teacher’s name. The shame of it. Until the second I shut the car door and it returned immediately to my brain in a rare moment of clarity. Sleep deprivation caused by the 4am breakfast radio alarm is not helping. After an interview in the Hit107 studio with Port Adelaide player Brad Ebert I farewelled him. “Say hi to Brad for me!” Seeing his look of confusion, I replayed my words in my head. “I mean Bec, your wife, Bec.” Lucky she has the same name as me or that too may have disappeared into my mind’s abyss. Funny then that a brain, so empty when it’s required to draw on the conversational building blocks required for basic human interaction, can be so busy and full when one would like it to be blank. For example when one is trying to get some essential and precious sleep. It is at this time that the mind goes to work. When is school photo day? What should I get Dad for his birthday? How many text / email / DMs did I forget to reply to today? Can I justify new activewear? Are the children eating enough vegetables? Am I eating enough vegetables? If I fall asleep now how many hours sleep will I get? If I don’t fall asleep now how will I get through tomorrow / the week / the rest of my life? It is little wonder that our brains are so utterly fatigued. Can we reverse this process? I imagine living a simpler life would help. But I’m not travelling down a quiet path right now, I’ve chosen a multilane highway. So I apologise in advance if I forget your name, or mine.

This is what 24 hours looks like! 4:20am Alarm Quick check of the socials to see if anything big has happened overnight. Get dressed in whatever was last discarded on the floor, brush teeth, apply tinted moisturiser. Make coffee to drink in the car. 4:40am Leave for Hit107 5:00am Production meeting and pre-show preps. 6:00 – 9:00am Bec & Cosi show on air. Another coffee in here somewhere. 9:00 – 10:00am Post-show and planning meetings. Cosi and I compete over who was funniest. 10:00am – 11:30am ME TIME! (Activities may include nap, exercise, catch up with friends, appointments, life admin) 11:30am – 6:00pm Present updates and news bulletin at 10. Another coffee in here somewhere. 6:30pm HOME! Smother children with unwanted attention. Dinner and a cheeky glass of wine. 8:30pm Put kids to bed 8:30-9:30pm Attempt to keep up with a TV series with husband. 9:30pm Put myself to bed.

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Customers will be able to access a FREE nanny service for a maximum of 4 hours per week, so that they are free to enjoy more than 130 stores without those little, curious hands and wandering feet making the journey just that little bit more interesting…. or should we really say time consuming? ‘NO hunny put that down, Mummy’s not buying that today!’ Children up to 10 years of age will be accepted to the Outlet Nanny Service or 12 years old if booked in with a sibling under 10 years old. Harbour Town have outsourced the Outlet Nanny Service to the experts in professional child-minding: The Hessel Group, who will ensure fun filled care for your kids!

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O PI N I O N

Do you call your daughter pretty?

WORDS — Danielle Symes

I recently came across a debate on instagram asking parents if they call their daughter ‘pretty’. It’s not something I had ever really thought about but when reading some of the comments I started to think about the words I use to describe Charlie…. cheeky, clever, funny and beautiful are regulars but ‘pretty’ was not something I ever really say to her. That being said, I have absolutely nothing against the word, I think it is more the fact that I just don’t really use that word in my own vocabulary, but it did get me thinking about if I would use that word going forward.

 I think the reason people debate this word is because it is a direct description of a persons appearance, and more often than not, of a girl’s appearance. It doesn’t really embody any other sense of a person other than how they look. So I totally get why some parents don’t like to use this word. In our family we tend to use the word ‘beautiful’ and I use this word to describe both my son and my daughter. Whether it is a ‘beautiful dress’ or a ‘beautiful painting’ or if I witness them doing something that’s really kind I might say ‘that was a really beautiful thing to do.’ For me ‘beautiful’ just seems to cover so many bases and embodies the entire person. One of the really interesting arguments I heard for using the word ‘pretty’ was that for some women that came from households where their parents didn’t call them pretty they grew up with insecurities about their looks and never felt like they were attractive enough. I personally grew up in a household with the perfect balance… my mum was a working mum, she would do night shift at the hospital and then take care of us kids during the day. I remember when I was younger another mum said to me ‘your mum is a super hero’ and it wasn’t until later in life that I realised why the woman said that to me. The fierceness in me comes from my mum who always taught me to stand up for myself and that women are just as capable as men. My / 16

dad on the other hand is a big old teddy bear. Every dance recital I ever did he would praise me after and tell me that ‘I was the best one on the whole stage!’ At 34 years old he still tells me I am beautiful and ‘pretty’ whenever I see him. Perhaps that's why I have never thought twice about the word pretty because having the best of both worlds that word never had any particular impact on me. Like anything, I think it’s all about doing things in moderation. If you never told your daughter she was pretty that could possibly have some effects on her later in life, but on the flip side if you only ever tell your daughter she is pretty and don’t accompany that with words like strong, intelligent and funny then that too could have a negative effect.

 At the end of the day words are just words and I personally think it’s the message behind the word that is more important. So would I call my daughter pretty? I don’t see any reason not to. Actions speak louder than words, which my parents proved when I was growing up, and my husband and I will try to do the same for our kids. I won’t let a 6 letter word hold any weight over how Charlie feels about herself… she is ‘pretty’ god damn amazing after all. @danielle_symes daniellesymes.com

Hey, sugar! N UTRITI O N

Just how much sugar is too much for little teeth and tummies, and where is it hiding?

WORDS — Julia Boase and Angela Stradwick, Accredited Practicing Dietitians, Bloom Nutrition Studio

Sugar can be a divisive little word for parents. For some, the thought of a little sugar sparks joy, sprinkling love into baked goods packed off into lunch boxes around the country. Where others go into combat mode, with a zero-tolerance approach to the sweet stuff. So just where should we sit in the debate on how much sugar is the right amount for our kids? What exactly is sugar? Typically, we think of dietary sugar as those little white grains of table sugar. But technically speaking this is actually sucrose, a simple carbohydrate made up of glucose and fructose. In Australia, this is usually made from sugar cane. There are many different naturally occurring sugars found in our food supply, like fructose from fruits, vegetables and syrups, and lactose in milk. Our digestive system also breaks down more complex carbohydrates from starches to form sugars within our body. All of these different types of sugar are a fuel source for all the amazing things we do - like growth and development in childhood, and physical activity in all stages of life. Where is it? For Australians, naturally occurring sugars come mostly from fruit, vegetables, honey and dairy products, but these aren’t the real issue. Not only are they travelling companions with a host of dietary good stuff - think fibre, prebiotics, probiotics, vitamins and minerals - they also don’t make up the bulk of our sugar intake. The majority of our excess sugar intake comes from added ‘free sugars’, in high calorie, low nutrient foods and drinks - soft drinks, flavoured waters, sweetened fruit juices, as well as

commercially made cakes, biscuits and pastries. And while more than half of us eat over the recommended amount, the highest consumers of free sugars are our teenage boys. What's wrong with too much? When our intake exceeds our energy needs, too much sugar can be a risk factor for excess weight gain. Even when growth and activity levels are on track, having too many sugary foods leaves less room in the diet for the healthy nourishing foods and drinks our bodies need to stay well and be at our best. And then there are teeth. Bacteria in our mouth break down sugar and convert it to acid that causes tooth decay. Food and drinks that are consumed slowly or regularly throughout the day or those that stick to teeth are the worst. Soft drinks and sweets, we’re looking at you. How much should we be having? To lower the risk of excess weight gain and tooth decay, the World Health Organisation says to limit our intake of free sugars to no more than 10% of energy each day. Exact amounts will vary, but this equals a limit of about 6-8 teaspoons for toddlers and preschoolers, 8-10 teaspoons for primary schoolers, 12-14 teaspoons for teenage girls, and 15-18 teaspoons for teenage boys. Calculating your child’s actual sugar intake is a tricky business! So at home, rather than focus on how much sugar your child is currently having, just try cutting back on free sugars where you can. When they are eating sugar, try to ensure it’s mostly in foods that also deliver a range of other nutrients. Fill up lunch boxes and family meals with choices based on real foods - vibrant veggies, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and dairy. It’s ok

Angela and Julia are Accredited Practicing Dietitians. Between them they have 8 children, and over 30 years experience years of experience helping women, children and families to eat well. Visit them at bloomnutritionstudio.com.au or @bloomnutritionstudio to find out more.

to include a little sugar in our home cooking when the good stuff makes up the bulk of your food. Cut down on processed and packaged snacks. Most store-bought snacks have a surprising amount of sugar added. Make your own and experiment with gradually reducing the sugar in your favourite recipes.

Oh, and date sugar, rice malt syrup, coconut sugar, palm sugar… while they have a little less refinement and a little more nutrients, yep, you guessed it - they’re still sugar. Sweetened drinks are best avoided, so don’t offer soft drinks or cordials (1 can of Coca-Cola contains 10 teaspoons of added sugar!). If you choose fruit juice, keep it to no more than 1/2 a cup per day, and only buy unsweetened 100% juice varieties. Limit sweetened milk drinks, instead choosing plain milk or sweeten with fruit, smoothie style. Avoid sugary breakfast cereals and choose wholegrain “plain” varieties, like rolled oats, Weet-bix and shredded wheat biscuits. Keep occasional or party foods as just that, occasional. Avoid letting them creep into lunch boxes, or become regular pantry items. Read labels on the food you buy. Ingredients have to be listed from most to least, if sugar is high up on the list you probably want to avoid it. And don’t forget to brush those little pearly whites!

Try our delicious sugar free pancakes recipe:

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Ingredients:

Method

• 1 banana • 1 cup of rolled oats • 1 teaspoon of baking powder • 1/2 cup greek yoghurt • 1 egg • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon

Put all ingredients into your blender (I used a high speed nutribullet). Blitz until smooth. Place a frying pan on medium / low heat and melt a small amount of butter. Pour mixture into pan in “pikelet size”. Cook for about 1- 2 minutes or until the underside is starting to turn golden brown. Flip over and cook on the other side for another 30 seconds. (Suitable for freezing.)

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Let them run WILD! These school holidays, Cleland is introducing some great kids activities, including the new Wildification program. Starting April 15 you can let your children go wild at Cleland! Drop them off and relax while they take a six-hour adventure around the Park with experienced carers and highly trained educators. Wildification includes exclusive

Only 25 minutes from the Adelaide CBD, Cleland is the picture-perfect natural wonderland for a family day out and some well needed nature play. Bring a picnic and spend the day, or stop by for a wander and a scheduled wildlife talk.

animal experiences, games, art, recess, lunch, and a totally wild day that will ensure they sleep well that night!

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Don’t go running off into the bushes just yet, because there’s more! Cleland also has some amazing up-close wildlife experiences, including the recently launched Butterfly Aviary and the wombat experience

where you can meet Fred – the world’s friendliest wombat. A visit to Cleland is the perfect opportunity to let your little ones connect with animals in their natural environment. By providing an immersive nature experience, with a number of enclosures including the Oceans to Outback interpretive centre you can get hands on with some of our state’s most iconic animals and reptiles, and will learn more about the importance of conservation and our local bushland.

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A Cleland membership is great value for money. Enjoy unlimited access for the whole year for the cost of less than 3 visits!

Fuzzy faced koalas, waddling wombats, snakes, rare native birds and the ever-elusive echidna are just some of the fantastic fauna discoveries we made when KIDDO visited Cleland Wildlife Park for the day.

P H O T O S — Nick Lawrence

W H AT TO K N OW B E FO RE YO U G O ! What animals might we see?

• Marsupials such as koalas, kangaroos,

wallabies, wombats, bettongs and potoroos

• Dingoes and Tasmanian devils • Native birds, water birds and forest birds • Snakes, reptiles and even the elusive echidna.

Tip: Cleland’s animals are very well adapted to the climate conditions of the Mount Lofty Ranges. During very hot weather look carefully into cool, shady nooks and crannies to spot them avoiding the heat of the day.

Can I hand feed the animals? Pick up a bag of specialised animal food (for a small fee) as you enter the park. It’s the best way to get up close to the kangaroos, emus, wallabies, potoroos and waterfowl who live in the park. You can feed the animals, get some great photos and even touch them. By moving slowly and quietly you will get the chance to see more!

Car parking There is ample free car parking at Cleland Wildlife Park.

For parents

Get Hands on @ Cleland! Unique animal experiences are available at Cleland, head to their website to find out more. • Wildification • Keeper Talks • Koala Experience • Reptile Experience • Butterfly Experience • Wombat Experience • Breakfast With The Birds • Night Walks • Guided Day Tours

Cleland is pram/stroller accessible, and they have prams for hire. There are toilets and a parents room next to the café and gift shop. There are also toilets in the car park.

Cleland Café The Cleland Café is licensed and open daily from 9.30am - 5pm. Grab a light lunch or sit down to a main meal with fresh ingredients and handmade produce from the Adelaide Hills. Oh and don’t forget their fabulous coffee roasted weekly in Adelaide!

Barbecues Enjoy the traditional Australian experience of a bush barbecue. Gas barbecues are available, free of charge.

Picnic tables Picnic tables are dotted in idyllic locations around the park. You can buy your lunch or a snack from the café, or bring your own food and drinks to make a day of it!

Disabled access There are disabled facilities, wheelchair hire and accessible paths at Cleland.

Opening hours

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Cleland Wildlife Park is open from 9.30am – 5pm every day (except Christmas Day or days of catastrophic fire danger).

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Entry gates and aviaries close at 4.30pm.

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PRO F I LE

Life with love W O R D S — Cassandra Kerr P H O T O S — Gemma Pranita

Christiane Duigan and Teresa Palmer are goals in every sense of the word; mama goals, friendship goals, entrepreneur goals, wellness goals. These two beautiful ladies are earth mamas, friends and now business partners as they prepare to launch L O V E W E L L; their wellness brand that they have poured so much love and hard work into, behind the scenes, for the past year. Their synergy is evident and their passion infectious. What I love most, is that with both of them, what you see is what you get. They are two of the sweetest, softest, kindest, nurturing humans on the face of the earth and watching them as mamas is watching poetry in motion. And they practice what they preach, truly living healthy, whole, plentiful lives reflecting their ethos that health and wellness begins from within.

Adelaide born and bred, both ladies have spent considerable time away building their careers and families - Christiane in Sydney and London and Teresa in Los Angeles, but now they each split their time with the majority of it in Adelaide, which will always be home. Raising their gorgeous tribe of children, it is evident that family comes first, and wellness is a priority for their families. Being the epitome of wellness, their philosophy is healing from the earth and we are so excited that they are sharing their knowledge and expertise with the launch of L O V E W E L L (coming in May); their plant based, natural, nutrient dense, delicious, fair trade supplements for both mama (and dadas!); BLOSSOM and child; GROW. Their products will be available at a very accessible price point, without comprising quality (insert hands in the air emoji here!), they’ve had the tick of approval from their little loves and their hilarious

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husbands (check out their rap on Instagram to see what I’m talking about!) are without a doubt their biggest fans. And, after getting to have a sneaky little taste - I can tell you firsthand that you’re about to become obsessed, I’ve never tasted a protein / nutrient powder like it, it’s seriously delish and so good simply mixed with water and when combined with your favourite ingredients into a smoothie, it will blow your mind and your tastebuds. Their website - launching soon - is a mecca of wellness, so head on over to lovewell.earth (yes, .EARTH not .COM - how cool is that) and sign up to be the first in the know when pre-orders are open and products are dropping; they are starting with a limited run so take my word for it - you really don’t want to miss out. And follow them on Instagram (@lovewell.earth) for all the behind-the-scenes goodness, wellness information, product insight… and let’s be honest, alllllll the cuteness from their little tribe.

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What do you love most about being a mum and how has it changed you? CD: From a very young age, I always knew my life purpose was to be a mum. I had no career goals as such, it was always to be a mum. So for a while I worked as a nanny, babysat and worked at an after school care with kids to surround myself and practice and for me, being a mum has been the most fulfilling thing in my life and is what makes me the happiest. TP: Pretty much the same! I feel the same way, I’ve always had such a strong pull towards motherhood and anyone who knows me well knows that my greatest desire was to be a mother. What I love most about it? It’s really hard to pinpoint any one thing but just nurturing these beautiful little souls and watching them blossom into the people that they are and creating the space for them to explore their world and their environment and grow into the little spirits that they are. Everything in my life is richer because I am a mother. It’s my greatest joy and as Mark says, I’m addicted to having babies so I may end up as a mum to an entire tribe of children but that would make me incredibly happy. CD: It has changed my lifestyle, nothing does prepare you for the shock of having kids and multiple children because it does change your priorities and what you want for life. My perfect dream day pre-kids was very different to now, now it’s about the simple things. Now it’s spending time with the kids, doing family things with friends, having all the kids running around while we’re in the sunshine at the beach, it has changed priorities.

What is your approach to motherhood and parenting? CD: I very much learnt along the way and tried to figure it out by making mistakes, until I got tired of yelling at my kids all the time, I didn’t like the person I became because it was a constant argument and that’s when I turned to a lot of parenting podcasts and books to find a more respectful way of parenting to get better results by tweaking simple things such as language and understanding the psychology of the kids and why they do what they do. It allows you to make a more calm, informed response rather than a heated reaction to a situation. TP: I’m pretty chilled and laid back, I definitely have gentle boundaries in place with the kids but I’m one of those parents that is go with the flow, not regimented. I don’t have a specific routine, I meet their needs when the need arises each day. Every day might look a little bit different and that’s ok. We try to have a lot of fun and laughter and we’re always adventuring but I really try not to put a huge amount of pressure on myself to get everything done the right way, we’re on this journey together. The greatest lesson your kids have taught you? CD: Patience. TP: I second that haha. CD: And just love, the purest form of unconditional love and joy. TP: I completely agree with Chrissy, that’s the perfect answer.

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What does wellness mean to you? TP: Feeling balanced in mind, body and spirit. Being in alignment with all three of those things. CD: Yes, and peace. TP: A big thing for Chrissy and I, we always say ‘keep it simple’, we love easy simplicity, nothing needs to be too overly complicated. I think as I’ve gotten older that’s something that I’ve really gravitated towards. For me, it’s also about exisiting in a conscious mind frame as much as possible, living my life as consciously as I can and really trying to maintain a state of presence is really important because we can get ahead of ourselves, we can future trip and I always find I’m in my most peaceful self and parenting with love when I’m just breathing, I’m present and with the children. CD: A nice word is actually ‘mindful’, we tell the kids all the time ‘could you please be mindful not to hit your head on the table’ when we’re trying to get them to be aware so that definitely applies to us as adults swell, to be mindful of being present. Three of your wellness non-negotiables? CD: Definitely, making sure through our L O V E W E L L shakes that myself and my kids are getting all the nutrients that they need during the day, beach walks and for me, nourishing my sweet tooth - I make sure I’ve got my daily dose of chocolate every day ;) TP: In our family we start the day with our L O V E W E L L shake for breakfast and I know the kids are taken care of health-wise for the rest of the day. I love a cold pressed green juice and my non-negotiable one hour of self care time is having a bath and listening to one of my favourite true crime podcasts. What is your approach to nutrition with kids? TP: Half of my family are vegan, the other half are vegetarian. My littlest son and I are vegetarians and my husband, eldest son and stepson are vegan. So for us it’s making sure that we’re eating balanced, whole / 23

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foods based meals but ensuring we’re getting enough protein. That comes in all different forms, one of the main reasons why I wanted to create L O V E W E L L is because we are a vegetarian family, I knew that I would be able to reach my daily protein requirement through the shake as well as making smart food choices. But also when it comes to kids and nutrition, being flexible and listening to what they’re enjoying, what they’re gravitating towards, introducing new foods and trying to expand their palettes. CD: It always comes back to the word balance for our family. We eat everything in a really balanced way, I make sure they’re getting some form of protein, carbs and healthy fats in each meal. We don’t have dessert every day but on the weekend they’ll get a sugar free ice-cream. However, if there’s a birthday party for example there’s always exceptions, they’re not not allowed anything. My aim is to teach them that balance is key and it’s ok to have a treat every now and then. TP: Yes, I would say that being overly dogmatic with your children can really backfire, I used to be the mum that had zero tolerance for sugar at all and it made my kids way more obsessed with the idea of getting to have sugar so now we allow them to have a couple of small treats a week and I really agree with what Chrissy said, it’s all about balance. And I apply that to my views surrounding food too, if I feel like indulging in something I will do that. CD: Actually there was something really cute that Charlotte said the other day because there are so many dietary types these days whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, carnivore, pescatarian etc, Charlotte asked ‘mummy, how do we eat?’ and I said ‘we eat in a healthy way’ and she said ‘oh, so are we health-itarian?’. I thought that was really sweet.

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Do you have any hacks on getting kids to eat better and how does L O V E W E L L play into that? TP: The great thing about L O V E W E L L is that it is so packed full of nutrients but it tastes like an indulgent dessert treat for the kids so they love it. It’s not one of those sorts of things where with my two year old I have to sit at the table with him for a whole hour to get him to eat all of his broccoli and he stockpiles the broccoli in his mouth and isn’t interested because he doesn’t like the taste. So I think that we’ve really solved that issue by having a shake that tastes beautiful and they’re getting all their nutrients. CD: They’re getting a real balance of nutrients in one hit so if anything during the day goes awry they are getting all their vitamins, minerals, proteins, probiotics but it isn’t a replacement for food. We try and hide carrots and zucchini in bolognese and sneak things into their diet as much as possible. I often offer my kids a veggie health platter before they eat dinner. Kids love raw versions - cucumber, peppers and carrots, dipped in hummus, so by offering them that first while I’m finishing dinner or plating it, they’ve already had a hit of veggies and nutrients while they’re starving.

Your best tip on staying healthy when traveling? TP: I pre-plan and look into the organic vegetarian restaurants in that city and Mark and I always get excited about finding the local haunts that everyone is raving about that sells good, nutritious food. CD: On the plane I would definitely say L O V E W E L L, I bring along and mix into water or milk. TP: Definitely bringing pre-packed food for the plane, sometimes we’ll also get to the airport early and order a big meal at one of the restaurants so we’re full when we get on the plane, the healthy snacks get us through the flight and then the first thing we do when we get off the plane is go and have a beautiful, luscious, nutritious meal. CD: Equally, if you’re going on holiday, don’t worry too much about it and enjoy the holiday. Can you tell us about L O V E W E L L, the inspiration behind the concept and what the product development process was like? CD: It really was inspired out of a necessity for us, as busy parents we needed this product to nourish ourselves, L O V E W E L L is a fast, efficient and tasty way to do it. The product development process has been fun, we worked with nutritionists from around the world to make sure we’re packing as much as we can in one dose for an accessible price, we work with an incredible Australian based manufacturer who sources ingredients from the best places in the world and makes sure that everything is fair-trade and as organic and natural as possible, we did sampling with our kids. Product development is my favourite part of the job, it’s what I love. TP: Everything Chrissy said! Did you get the taste test seal of approval from your tribe of children? TP: We sure did, we have a video of Forest - who was the first one to try it - and he downed two full glasses in a row. He couldn’t stop drinking it and kept saying ‘more more’. And when we asked him if it’s tasty his reply was ‘it’s really yummy’. Rafa loves it too. It’s great because they are the littlest members of our tribe and so it was nice to see that the little ones loved it and then of course the older ones are obsessed with it too. And it was great because we got it first time round, we tasted it and immediately knew it was amazing, it tasted so good, we knew the kids would love it, we didn’t have to go back and forth with the manufacturer because we got it right the first time which was wonderful, and quite rare probably. Your favourite way to have L O V E W E L L Blossom? TP: We’re chalk and cheese the way we have it, I love a big thick chocolate smoothie so I do a huge tablespoon of raw almond butter, a full banana, a cup of almond milk, cinnamon, ice and put my L O V E W E L L in and blend it altogether. I like it to be quite rich and filling. Whereas Chrissy really loves it simply with water, she stirs it into a glass of water and it does taste amazing like that, I just prefer it to be really thick and to feel really full after my shake. CD: I guess, you have your shake as your breakfast whereas I still have breakfast and have mine as a complementary drink to go along with it. What do you love most about working with each other? TP: We were friends first and foremost which is really nice because we’re really likeminded and enjoy doing all the same sorts of things and we have similar intentions for the business and products so it has felt really seamless. We’re also really different in terms

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CHRISSY

Your 5 favourite things about Adelaide… • Adelaide beaches. • Goolwa; we love it because it has the river and the beach. • All the different markets on the weekends • The luxury of just being at home and spending the day with family and friends. • The close proximity of beaches, trails, nature, city; everything is so accessible.

TERESA

Your 5 favourite things to do with kids in Adelaide… • March Madness (Fringe, Womad etc) • Taking the kids down to the Kurangga Park BMX Track and riding bikes

of our strengths and what we’re passionate about in business. Chrissy has the more nerdier brain in terms of business, numbers, stock - all the stuff that just goes over my head and I really love doing all the marketing, PR, creative stuff and coming up with strategies. So, we really complement each other so beautifully, it’s been really fantastic. CD: And anything that overlaps we’re always in agreement anyway because we’re very likeminded, but we both have our strengths and we haven’t needed to outsource anything because anything Teresa doesn’t do, I do - and vice versa. As busy mamas and career women, what does work-life balance look like for you? TP: It’s different all the time, I have a really supportive husband who knows that when I am working, he is completely in charge of school drop offs and responsibilities with the kids and we have a really great balanced relationship in that way so I have a lot of help from him. And also, it’s just about prioritising different things and utilising the time when the kids are in school to get a lot done. Chrissy and I usually meet after school drop off, get work done, then have a blast with the kids after school, so we get to do both things which is really nice and we set our own hours. CD: For me, I’m still yet to strike a perfect balance because my type of brain is always on and I’m always doing a bit of everything at the same time unfortunately. I really need to take some inspiration from Teresa how she compartmentalises because I might be with the kids and emailing at the same time

• Plant 4 on the weekend; the amazing food and the kids love the playground • Goodwood markets • Royal Adelaide Show is the most popular thing in my household!

or on my laptop and have other things happening around me, so I’m definitely a pretty good multitasker but I’d rather not because that creates chaos in my mind because there’s so much going on in there at the same time. What does your ultimate dreamy weekend with the kids look like? TP: WOMAD! Haha. Chrissy and I just had such a beautiful three day weekend experience here in Adelaide at the WOMAD festival. The kids ran around in the sunshine and had lots of nature play, we ate yummy food and had deep, connective conversations with each other. We just had a remarkable time. My Adelaide weekends are always my favourite, surrounded by friends, kids and nature. CD: Definitely that and if it’s not WOMAD it’s most definitely got something to do with being all together on the beach, Goolwa at the river or a weekend in Byron Bay - we love going there because of the beautiful beaches, healthy foods and slower pace.

Work done for the day, kids in bed, ultimate ‘me time’ is…. TP: Bath. Podcast. Lavender salts. CD: Dinner with James. lovewell.earth @lovewell.earth @teresapalmer @christianeduigan / 25

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A natural transition W O R D S â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cassandra Kerr P H O T O S â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Gretl Watson-Blazewicz

@emmasadiethomson

Emma Sadie Thomson is a plant stylist who has firmly imprinted her very talented green thumb around Adelaide, she has created some of the very enviable installations you would have seen around the city. Her beautiful Instagram account highlights her talents and way with plants and provides you with all the green inspiration you could possibly need - and will make you want to do a bathroom renovation when you lay your eyes on her oh-so-dreamy bath, just saying. Emma has recently become a new mum, to gorgeous little Frances, and we sat down to discuss all things plants and babies, and the synergy between the two. / 26

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What is the greatest lesson you’ve learnt since becoming a mother, did expectations meet reality? Be kind to yourself and don’t expect to get too much done during the first few weeks. Enjoy the days where you might not get out of your pj’s! I think I underestimated just how little I could get done with a newborn; you are on their time now. But, it is also such a precious time during those first few weeks, so enjoy it as it will be gone in the blink of an eye, I can’t believe she is 10 weeks old already. You have had a very interesting career, beginning in interior and fashion and then pivoting into plants. Can you tell us a little bit about your journey and how you arrived at EST? I studied Landscape Architecture at University and then spent some time travelling. Upon returning I wasn’t ready to go back to landscape architecture, and I got a job in the fashion industry, working in set design, VM and then interior design. EST started when I began making and selling terrariums at various markets, then I got asked to help with the redesign of a beer garden featuring a large green wall, which was my first major project. This just lead to other projects and EST naturally evolved. I always wanted to combine interior design and my love for plants and found this was a great way to do it! Where did your passion for flora and fauna stem from? Growing up in rural Mallee Victoria, as a child I was always surrounded by nature and the importance of having a connection to it. Do you feel it’s important to immerse children in nature from a young age? It is so important. I remember always playing outside as a child, out in the dirt making mud pies. I think babies and kids have a natural desire to be outside in nature and getting dirty.

Playing in the dirt can also help with training and strengthening their immune systems. Studies have shown that it can help with the proper formation of healthy gut bacteria and by restoring this beneficial bacteria it can help with reduced rates of allergies and boost immune systems. Being outdoors can also help with developing their cognitive skills. If we are having trouble settling Frances we take her out for a walk and she loves to stare up at the sky and the trees. Have you notices a synergy between caring for plants and babies? Both need nurturing and both will give you signs to let you know they aren’t happy. You bring this baby into the world and it is 100% reliant on you looking after it. I think its similar to you bringing a plant into your home, you are now its carer. Who have been the biggest female influences in your life? I have always been surrounded by such amazing women. My mum, grandma and two sisters. Also, nearly all of my close friends have built their own paths and careers working for themselves, which has been inspiring and they have all been a great support to me.

What does a typical day juggling motherhood / work look like for you? It really does vary each day! I feel so lucky to be able to work from home and my partner Jasper also works from home, so he is never too far away. It has been a very busy few weeks though as we have just finished vintage up here, but now all of the grapes are picked we are looking forward to having some quieter family time. She usually wakes up around 5 or 6am, feed then back to sleep for a few more hours. This is the time we try and get some work done, washing, cleaning and cooking (so much washing). The afternoons are then usually spent going for a walk and more play time for her as she is much more awake in the afternoons. What advice would you give to a new mum?

Support is so important, especially in the first few weeks. We came home from the hospital on the same day, but went to my parents house where we all spent the first week. It was such a big help having my mum to help with settling her after feeding, so I could get some much needed sleep. It’s a whirlwind and you don’t know what you’re doing, so it was so important to have some help!

It really does take a village to raise a child. Best indoor plants to have with a newborn / child in the house? I guess nothing too spiky! I keep looking around the house and now see things as hazards that will need to be removed when she starts crawling, such as pot stands! Everything will have to be on the ground in a few months! What inspires your creative process? We get to work with some really great interior designers and architects on projects which is always inspiring to come up with plant installations to suit these spaces. Adding elements of different heights and clusters of planting are important in our plant styling. Light is also a big factor that dictates what kind of plants we can use in the space as well. From your experience, how can you bring an element of plant life into a small place? If you are nervous about bringing some greenery into your space, just start off with one or two plants. Make sure you find a plant suitable to the space where you want to put it, in particular make sure the space has the appropriate light levels to suit.

Advice from Emma’s mum and grandma: EMMA’S GRANDMA // What has your experience been like watching Emma becoming a mother? Watching the way Emma carried her baby and carried on with life as she has done up to now with courage and style, as her bump grew ever bigger, has made me proud to be her grandmother, and now G-G, of this beautiful child who has brought so much joy to family and friends. As my dearly beloved husband passed away three days after the birth of Frances, she has been a great joy to me, and I thank Emma, and Yvonne for ensuring I see as much of her as possible. EMMA’S MUM // What advice have you imparted on Emma as a first time mother? It’s not called labour for nothing, just let it happen and don’t get too worried about how your baby enters the world; you will forget all about the pain and disappointments if things don’t go according to plan when you have your precious baby safely in your arms. Just trust your body and your instincts. Breastfeeding tips, simple advice about correct positioning when breastfeeding and protecting those important nipples were important pieces of advice which I think stood Emma in good stead. Getting enough sleep is the most important thing you can do in those early days, it helps to have people around you to help out when you have an unsettled baby that just needs another pair of arms to rock and soothe them off to sleep. The early weeks pass in a flash so enjoy every day and relax, and before you know it they will be smiling at you in 6 weeks time; a wonderful, precious reward.

Top 5 tips to give your kids green thumbs? • Get them out in the veggie garden, kids love to grow things and especially if they can see it grow into something they can eat • One of my favourite things as a child was making egg heads with cress or alfalfa sprout hair • Give them a plant for their room that they can look after • Get creative and paint some pots for them to plant in • Start a gardening journal, where they could record weather conditions, measure the growth, watering times etc.

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WORDS — Danielle Verrilli As an experienced Teacher and Counsellor, Danielle has a special interest in the wellbeing of children and working with families. Through her 25 years’ experience working in education settings; teaching, counselling, and delivering quality wellbeing programs to students of all ages, Danielle has found a passion for providing safe online environments for all children and identified a need for cyber safety education and support for families and schools and communities.

Cyber Safe Just to add to the daily challenges of parenting in the online world, in recent weeks it would have been hard to miss the social media frenzy that was the Momo challenge. The media stories, school and news warnings and accompanying images are enough to make any parent sick with worry. Let’s shed some light on the subject. If you’re lucky enough not to have heard of the Momo Challenge it can be explained as a self-harm and suicide challenge. It was said to have found its way onto young people’s social media platforms, threatening them to complete a series of increasingly more dangerous self-harm tasks. The first media report of its existence appeared early 2018 with stories of a teenager reported to have completed suicide after following a series of self-harm instructions that featured on her WhatsApp platform. The eSafety Commissioner warns that there are videos online showing people “taking the Momo challenge”. It’s important to know that these videos are scripted, and staged performances being acted out with fake messages. They are, however, convincing and may scare young people into believing that Momo is a real thing. There have been media reports and concerns that images of Momo accompanied by voice overs have been spliced into existing children’s video content. Fortunately, there is no evidence that any recent occurrence of this challenge exists and linked to any teen suicides, and no Australian cases have been reported. It has now been widely reported and exposed as a hoax. Cyber safety and IT experts in Australia have agreed with this and claim they haven’t come across any children who have been involved with the challenge. YouTube have also said there / 28

have been no recent videos uploaded with the Momo character in it. Please remember this doesn’t mean YouTube is safe for children, moderators struggle to keep up with the sheer volume of uploads, and disturbing videos, spliced into what appears to be an innocent video can find their way in. Whilst the video challenge discussed may not be genuine, the images that can be found online when simply typing the word Momo in the search bar can be very distressing for children and parents to see. The image itself is believed to be a Japanese sculpture that is completely unrelated to this challenge and the artist has reported that it

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has now been destroyed. If your child is talking about Momo it’s most likely the image they have seen after curiously running a google search. If your child has been fortunate enough to have missed all the Momo hype, then it is not necessary to warn them about it by introducing it to them. Breathe a sigh of relief and thank your lucky stars, but don’t go resting on your laurels just yet. This is not the first type of frightening online scam to challenge our young people, and it won’t be the last. Use it as a timely reminder to revisit some family online safety guidelines, equip your family with skills to both protect and prepare them for the next challenge.

Tips to keep them safe online • Talk to your children often, asking

questions about what they see and do on their games and platforms

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Have conversations about the risks of searching for things online and put guidelines in place around safe searching

• Talk about what to do if something is

discovered online that makes them feel worried, scared or uncomfortable and put a plan in place.

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Remind children that you are there to support them should they see anything online that makes them feel scared, worried or uncomfortable. Remind them that they are not in trouble if they do discover something accidentally, or even on purpose. In instances where a child has seen something disturbing, often a parent’s normal gut reaction is to take the device away, depending on their age, this could isolate them from their online world and prevent them from telling you next time something untoward appears on their screen.

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Monitor closely what children are doing online. Ensure that any online activity is taking place in a common place in the house and not in bedrooms or private places where children find themselves alone.

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Check safety settings on all family devices and enable Google safe search (but keep in mind this is not failsafe)

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Have a family conversation about the risks of talking to strangers online and not accepting friend requests or sharing personal information through gaming and social media platforms with people they have never met before

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Remember Youtube is not for under 13’s, and if you do choose to set up a kids movie, TV series or video clip for their viewing, it’s important to watch it first or watch it with them to ensure that it is safe.

• Discuss with your children that not

everything they see online is real or true, there are actors, photoshopping and digital tricks used to make things appear very real. Find examples of where these are used for suitable age appropriate fun.

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Reflections from a Neuroscience Mumma A

s my son enters toddlerhood, talking seems to be all I talk about these days. Watching him discover how to describe the world around him, and his excitement at being able to interact and be understood in entirely new ways, has been amazing. But for me, like for many other parents, it has also been a source of some anxiety. Is everything on track? Is he saying as many words as he should? Is the fact that my Italian partner and I are raising him bilingual going to slow down his language acquisition? My fears were sent into overdrive a few months ago, when we brought him to see an ENT for an unrelated problem. Much to my surprise, she barely spoke about the issue we were there for, instead suggesting that we consider inserting grommets. Now I know that such a procedure is routine and very safe, but, like any parent, I felt my heart immediately contract at the idea of putting my little bubba through surgery. I was also a bit taken aback, as my son had no history of ear infections or other risk factors that usually lead to such a recommendation. When I asked her why she was suggesting this, she vaguely mentioned that his speech might be a bit delayed and began to use a model to describe the structure of the ear. Smiling inside, since, as a lecturer of anatomy, I use that model nearly every day to teach the same to future ENTs (sometimes you need to know your audience), I tuned out her lesson and began to wonder, was it true? Was my son’s speech delayed? Everything seemed on track. He was readily able to understand many of the things we said to him (now, as we get closer to the “terrible twos,” whether he listens or not is an entirely different matter; today’s request that he brush his teeth led to a meltdown that 2007 Britney Spears would be proud of). He was also able to say multiple words, pulling from both English and Italian. But how did I know if I was right? Was this ENT predatory or were her fears founded? Part of what makes it so difficult to tell is that there is a large variability between children in terms of language development. At its heart, language is built up of “building blocks” of meaningless sounds

called phonemes. We learn how to combine these phonemes into words and, eventually, sentences, according to rules of grammar (rules for using language) and syntax (how to order language components in a meaningful way). Yet the exact time frame at which this occurs can vary between individuals, due to a complex combination of biological and environmental factors that we are just beginning to understand. There is also a large discrepancy between expression and comprehension, with the capacity of children to understand language far surpassing their ability to produce it. While the average child produces fewer than 10 words by 12 months, they understand close to 40. Between 18 and 30 months, rapid language development occurs for most children, significantly increasing not only their vocabulary size, but also the way they combine words to make sentences and use language to communicate. By the age of 3, children will have close to 1000 words and, amazingly, by the age of 6, children have acquired nearly 3,000 words and can understand approximately 20,000! Children also increase the number of words they use per sentence, increasing from around 3 words at age 2 to 5 words by age 8. But how do these language changes mirror what is happening in the brain? Neuroscientists know a great deal about language areas of the brain. What we are still learning about, however, is how these brain regions develop and mature. Even as newborns, babies show a preference for sounds in the range of language frequencies, indicating a predisposition to learn language. However, it isn’t until later childhood or even early adulthood that the language areas of the brain show the same organisation seen in adulthood. Experience likely plays a key role in the maturation of language areas of the brain. We know that exposure to language from birth is critical for the development of ability to understand and produce language. When you kiss those adorable little toes and “baby talk” to your bubba, you are emphasising important distinctions between sounds. Interestingly, while

WORDS —Dr Lyndsey Collins-Praino, Senior Lecturer, Adelaide Medical School, University of Adelaide

very young infants can perceive and discriminate between phonemes in all languages, by 6 months of age, infants begin to show preference for the phonemes of their native language. By 12 months of age, they no longer respond to foreign phonemes. This suggests that there is a critical period during which exposure to language must occur for us to acquire it normally. So what can we do to maximise language development? Quite simply- keep talking! Even before your little one can answer back, actively engage in conversation, leaving pauses where they will someday answer, to model the rhythm of speech. Spend lots of time snuggling up and sharing books together, pointing to the photos as you read the words. Go for long walks and describe what you see. As your child becomes older, encourage them to describe to you what they are seeing or feeling. Provide as many language-rich experiences as possible- and try to avoid the temptation of allowing a screen to sub in for you, as the reciprocity that comes from you engaging in conversation together is key for language development. Keep chatting and you’re sure to give ‘em something to talk about!

Tips for Parents: 1. Keep talking!: Even before your baby can answer back, have a conversation and leave brief pauses where they will someday answer back. This helps to teach them the rhythm of language. 2. Narrate the day: Go for a walk and describe what you see around you. When making dinner or giving your bubba a bath, describe what you are doing. As they get older, encourage your little one to describe to you what is going on around (and within) them. 3. Go on an adventure: Check out the zoo, beach, park, etc. Doing so is not only fun, it also opens up new language-rich experiences for your child and gives them new objects to discover the names of.

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DIY

Best Mum Brooch By Blip Art School

Blip Art School was founded by local creatives Ella James and Astrid Myers. Their classes provide students with unique, exciting activities designed to help them develop their creativity in a fun, social environment. For more info on upcoming classes follow them on Facebook or Instagram or head to blipartschool.com

What better way to show your mum that she’s the absolute best than by presenting her with a homemade felt badge she can proudly wear for mothers day! You will need: • • • • •

Felt Scissors Mini pom poms Craft glue Brooch pins - available from craft stores, alternatively you can use a safety pin! • Card • Paint or paint pens

 STEP 1 Plan the shape of your badge and then cut the shapes out of felt!

 STEP 2 Make some eyes out of pom poms and stick everything down using craft glue.

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 STEP 5

Decorate your backing card to match your badge using paint pens or any art materials you have!

Come up with a fun pun for your mum and attach the pin to the backing so it’s ready to gift!

We’d love to see your creations! Don’t forget to post them on social media, tag @blipartschool and @kiddomag and hashtag #blipxkiddo / 30

 STEP 3 Attach the brooch pin to the back of your felt character with glue

W ha t s p ecial bro och would suit your bes t mum? He re are so fun ideas me you could try!

Welcome to DreamBIG Children’s Festival 2019! DreamBIG Children’s Festival is South Australia’s iconic biennial arts festival for schools and families that places its audience at the centre of fresh, inventive, imaginative and inspiring arts experiences. More than 2 million South Australian children have participated in the festival since its inception in 1974 (as Come Out Festival), and it remains an intrinsic part of growing up in South Australia. There’s so much fun to be had over the 11 day festival, so make sure you stay up to date at dreambigfestival.com.au Your kids deserve the best we can offer, and I’m confident you’ll enjoy yourself as well! Susannah Sweeney Creative Producer DreamBIG Children’s Festival

@DreamBigChildrensFestival @FamiliesatAdelaideFestivalCentre @adelaidefescent

For the Doggie Lovers Premiering in South Australia, New Owner blends puppetry, live action and animation, for ages 8+. A must see for animal lovers, it’s also a lesson in love, loss and relationships. One of the Lead Creatives, Arielle Gray from The Last Great Hunt, explains… What inspired you to create this beautiful performance? We have another show called ‘It’s Dark Outside’ about an old man losing his memories and we have one scene in that show that stars a little dog puppet. That dog steals people’s hearts (and it’s only in one scene), so we thought why not make a whole show about the dog? We started thinking about pets and how when you adopt them you have no idea about their past, their experiences, the things that have shaped them into the adult dog that they become. So that’s where we started – a show about a dog, from a dog’s perspective with all the adventures and relationships that go along with that. You’ve combined different artistic methods to bring New Owner to life. What can we expect? The show is a mixture of projected animation, puppetry and live performance. The animation is really fun because it means that our hero can go anywhere and do anything (including slow motion flying past giant hotdogs) but at its heart it’s a story about a dog, an owner and other friends and foes encountered along the way.

What does New Owner help to teach young people? I think the show at its heart is about relationships and how they shape you. It is about dealing with love, loss and loneliness, about making new friends and growing up. The Last Great Hunt also brought us the international hit The Adventures of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer. What is it about The Last Great Hunt shows that resonate? I believe it is good stories, told in playful, creative ways that surprise people and have a whole lot of heart. Well that is what I hope anyway. Sat 25 & Sun 26 May 11am & 2pm Space Theatre Adelaide Festival Centre

Tickets Adult: $25 Child: $20 Suitable for 8+

minutes

DreamBIG Show Picks The Gruffalo

Robot Song

New Owner

25 & 26 May | Ages 4–8

1 June | Ages 8–13

25 & 26 May | Ages 8–13

Beep

Seashore

Panda’s Home

1 June | Ages 2–7

24, 25, 31 May & 1 June | Ages 0–3

1 June | Ages 2–6

Katie’s Birthday Party

Impersonal Space

25 & 26 May | Ages 11–13

25 May | Ages 10+

KIDS LUNCH BOX A sandwich or half baguette with a choice of fruit or cookie & a juice box. At Adelaide Festival Centre foyer bars on all kids show days

$10

The FREE fa m event, takin ily g ov North Terra er ce!

Nature Craft – Sensory Play – Cubby Building, Junk Parts and Mud Play – DreamBIG Forest Make Your Own Dukkah – Slacklining – Stories Under the Stars – Being, in space – Pop Up Science Calligraphy Writing and Paper Cutting – Drag Queen Storytime – Basket Weaving – BIG Family Sing Guru Dudu’s Silent Disco Walking Tour – Protest Lab – Dream Big in a Big House – Government House Open Day Neo Teen Art Tours – The Little Barista Program – Family Mediation – Family Yoga – Outdoor Stages and more!

Want Even More Free Activities? Playable CubbyTOWN

The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things

Imaginary Architecture

22 May – 1 June | Ages 4+

25 & 26 May | Ages 6+

25 & 26 May | Ages 4–12

Game Theory

Same Like Yesterday

Of All The People In All The World

25 & 26 May | Ages 6+

22–31 May | Ages 7+

Firefly Forest

Dance Like Everyone Is Watching

10 Minute Dance Parties

22–31 May | All Ages

25–26 May | Ages 4–14

25–26 May | Ages 5+

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Join Us By the Seashore A new show is proving you are never too little to DreamBIG! Seashore by Sally Chance Dance and Insite Arts will premiere in Adelaide in May. Sally Chance explains what it’s all about. Tell us about your new show, Seashore? Seashore is an interactive dance performance where families will join in to become the co-creators, with dancers Stephen Noonan and Felecia Hick, musician/composer Heather Frahn and I. The beach is something most of us have experienced or can picture as a place of play and freedom. It’s a friendly imaginative place to start a creative journey with young children. We’re focusing on the shore, which would have to be nature’s best playground for children, as they run in and out of the water. What inspired you to create this show? My company has created four performance works for very young audiences, but I’ve always wanted to invite children aged three and younger, with their adults, into the heart of the creative action. Children this age are amazing audiences and want to participate. Depending on the feeling of the performance they’re watching, and on their own disposition, they may gaze with intense focus at the action or come right in and take part in it. Seashore is aimed at children 3 years and under. How important is it for babies and toddlers to experience live music and dance? Yes the audience for Seashore will be very young! Theatre for early years is a branch of the performing arts that shows how young children have a cultural life which can be expressed through the immediacy of live performance. One of my favourite thinkers on young children, psychologist Daniel Stern, talks about the relationship between child and parent/carer as “the rich choreography of the world here and now between us,” so in a way life is a dance that starts at birth. Seashore aims to celebrate this. You’ve said children are the creators of the show. What are you anticipating from each performance? Seashore is well on its way to being a very special show, it’s being carefully prepared to invite its audiences into a beautiful and intriguing world. We’re excited about how each performance might vary depending on the responses of all the children present. It’s no accident that we’ve chosen Slingsby’s Hall of Possibility as our performance venue, which also happens to sit behind East Borough Eatery, I’m anticipating that Seashore has every element required for a wonderful, theatrical DreamBIG family outing. Fri 24, Sat 25, Fri 31 May Sat 1 June 10.30am

Tickets 1 child & 1 adult: $20 1 child & 2 adults: $25

Slingsby’s Hall of Possibility 96 Glen Osmond Road Parkside

Suitable for years 3 & under

minutes

DreamBIG Exhibitions Wonder

16 May – 23 June Prospect Gallery

Art Gallery of South Australia

Open daily Art Gallery of South Australia

An Anthology of Un-Kept Secrets 22 May – 1 June Space Theatre

Animate My World 22 May – 1 June Festival Theatre Foyer

Hello Rajasthan / Hello South Australia 22 May – 1 June Dunstan Playhouse

For Country, For Nation 25 April – 19 July Samstag Museum

Phil Cummings: Stories Behind the Books 18 April – 21 July State Library

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Mother's Day Breakfast Pancakes with Lemon Curd and Blueberries Mothers Day is around the corner and this is my favourite pancake recipe, the lemon curd is the perfect tangy accompaniment. They taste even better if you can get someone to make them for you, and eat them in bed. Enjoy! RECI PE & PHOTOS —Annabel Bower

Method Ingredients Makes 6

Pancakes

• 1 cup Greek Yoghurt (unsweetened) • 11/2 cups Self Raising Flour • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 tablespoon castor sugar or honey • 1 large egg, lightly beaten • 3/4 cup full cream milk • butter for cooking • 125g blueberries

1. Whisk milk, yoghurt, honey/sugar and egg together. Sift in flour and salt and whisk until all lumps are gone. 2. Heat butter in a heavy based frying pan and cook 3 small pancakes at a time. Allow bubbles to rise to the surface of the pancake and pop before flipping and cooking for a further minute. Stack under a tea towel to keep warm and soft until serving. 3. For the lemon curd, mix together lemon juice, zest, butter and sugar in a microwave safe jug that is big enough to use a stick blender in.

4. Place in microwave to melt butter and combine ingredients. Next, add the lightly beaten eggs and blitz with the stick blender to combine. 5. Return to the microwave for 2 minutes, blitz again with the stick blender. Return to the microwave for 45 second-1 minute intervals until it has set, blitzing after each turn back in the microwave. It will look like it has curdled/ been cooked too much however it will come back to a creamy curd once blitzed. Serve pancakes, blueberries and lemon curd together with a dusting of icing sugar.

Lemon Curd

cup lemon juice • zest of half a lemon • 3/4 cup sugar • 75g butter • 3 whole eggs, lightly beaten • 1/3

Annabel Bower graduated from the world renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland seventeen years ago. Annabel has since worked in events and catering and her present focus is on recipe development and food styling. As a mum of three and a passionate foodie, Annabel spends most of her time in the kitchen! Her favourite people to cook for are friends and family and even though like all children, her kids won’t eat everything she cooks, she is determined to keep trying and happily share a few of her fail-safe, crowd-pleasing recipes with you! @foodbyannabel / foodbyannabel.com.au

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Dad Words

Mum Words

W O R D S — Jake Dean

W O R D S — Liv Williams

Jake Dean is a writer, surfer and bibliophile who’s counting down the days to take his twenty-two-month old son, Koa, for his first wave.

Olivia Williams is a twin mum + 1, wordsmith, competitive coffee drinker and professional reality TV enthusiast. Her favourite party trick is not going. You can also find her at eeniemeeniemineymum.com

@jakejdean

@eeniemeeniemineymum

“Can you believe it’s April?” How many times you heard that this month? Thankfully, this is a safe space for dads, so you won’t hear any inane workplace guff here. But seriously, can you believe it’s April? If you’re like me, you’re in hibernation mode with footy in full swing and the temperature starting to drop, but here’s your friendly reminder not to let commitments get in the way of seeing your mates. Studies abound showing the mid-thirties can be an extremely lonely time for men, so keep in touch, OK? Just don’t start with how you can’t believe it’s April.

On a scale of one to Marie Kondo, my life ranks about a Fyre Festival right now. All I have to eat is a cheese sandwich, I’ve spent all my money, Blink 182 is nowhere to be found, and I’m about to burn all of my possessions and throw myself in the bin. Hectic. But here we are, summer is officially over, the Adelaide Festival season is finito for another year, and there is literally nothing left to do but scroll through the Netflix menu for hours reading the descriptions of countless movies you’ll never watch. Ahhh, but that’s where I come in...

READ: TERRA NULLIUS – By Claire G. Coleman

LISTEN: Shameless the podcast

Feel gypped you didn’t learn more Aboriginal history at school? While this is a work of science fiction, it’s a gnarly read that’ll put into perspective a lot of our wide brown land’s history of oppression. I won’t give too much away, but the novel’s set in the near-future and Australia’s being colonised again. The prose can be clunky (it’s a debut novel), but it’s a gripping read filled with a well-rounded cast of outlaws, survivors and tyrants that makes up for its shortcomings. I hope it ends up in school curricula.

Shameless brands itself as the podcast for “smart women who love dumb stuff”. Which is basically the leading statement in my resume, so I’m here for it. Writers Zara McDonald and Michelle Andrews are basically living my dream life each Monday, as they recap the week that was in the celebrity and pop culture space, but they do it in a much more intelligent way than I probably would, which is possibly why they have a podcast that’s been downloaded over a million times and I own house plants. They’re quirky and funny, make intelligent observations about trashy news in a fun way and prove that smart people love Married at First Sight and The Bachelor too, thank you very much. Never miss a Monday!

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READ: THE SKATEBOARD KID – By Marilyn Cosgrove

This was one of my go-to’s at primary school, so imagine my stoke when a mate got this for our baby shower! Published in 1990, it follows the trials of skateobsessed Bart, who’s forced to battle older kids, cranky ol’ Mrs Coleslaw from next door and a society that detests noisy kids skating its streets. It’s got all the things you want in a 90’s school narrative – the arch nemesis (Justin Tanner – selfstyled “King of the Ramp”, whose immortal diss reads, “Check you later, helmet heads”), the girl-next-door and a thrilling finale at the big Skate Out comp. And who can forget Hemingway-esque passages like this – “He set the ramp on fire with his red hot sizzling display”. *Kisses fingers* Try an op-shop or ebay.com.au

LISTEN: WHO THE HELL IS HAMISH? By The Australian

I’m a sucker for a good scam tale and, at the time of print, I’m halfway through this podcast from the makers of viral The Teacher’s Pet. The series delves into Hamish Watson – a charismatic middle-aged surfer from Sydney who was also a hedge fund guru, 9-11 survivor and ultimately 101 different dubious things, depending on what you needed him to be. Hamish was arrested after a series of scams over five years saw him grift more than seven-million bucks from people he formed relationships with, but it was only the tip of the iceberg in his criminal history. Perfect listening for a long drive down the coast.

WATCH: Dirty John

Based on the true crime podcast of the same name, the Netflix original series Dirty John still scared the bejesus out of me, even though I had listened to the podcast and knew exactly what was coming. Maybe it’s because Eric Bana has an incredible jawline, 2% body fat and is forking terrifying. Bana plays sociopath and con man John Meehan, who embarks on what appears to be a dream romance with wealthy interior designer and four-time divorcee Debra Newell, after meeting online. It’s hardly a spoiler to say that all is clearly not as it seems, with Meehan, who routinely preys on vulnerable women in a bid to extort them for money, turning Newell’s dream romance into a living nightmare. You don’t have to have listened to the podcast to binge this chilling eight-part series, in fact it might well be better if you haven’t. netflix.com

DO: Have burgers at Betty’s

If your kid gets jazzed on big loud machines, then you need to hightail it to this epic little café, pronto. Located in a rustic high-ceilinged space filled with gorgeous timber cabinetry, Baltic pine floors and aeroplane memorabilia; the café’s part of the booking office for Adelaide Biplanes, which offers flying experiences and a flight school at the Aldinga Airfield. It’s a perfect spot to sit on the deck and grab a coffee and cake, but more importantly your grom will be entranced by the beautiful planes taking off and landing on the tarmacs in front of you, so they won’t go far.

What can I say? I like big buns and I cannot lie. I want to mention straight off the bat, that Betty’s Burgers have not paid me in a lifetime supply of Burgers for writing this, but if they would like to, I graciously accept. This place is ALL THE THINGS. I was a Betty’s fan prior to the opening of their Adelaide store, from holidays gone by in Noosa, where their flagship store was founded. Naturally, on discovering the plan to open a Betty’s here, I basically camped out on the footpath in Rundle Street and aggressively heckled the construction crew periodically in an effort to speed up the process. I can’t say for sure that it moved forward the grand opening but also, you’re welcome. The atmosphere at Betty’s is relaxed, the service is fast and friendly, and the burgers are the best in town. Don’t be dismayed if there’s a queue out the front, they have an efficient system (I like to think of it as some kind of saucery… ba dum bum CH) of working through it and they still manage to get people seated and served quickly regardless. Happy days are made at Betty’s Burgers, so give it a try!

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Book Reviews A selection of new release books - for you - and your little people to enjoy.

THE JUGGLE By Samantha Brett, Steph Adams - Penguin Books

THE GIFT OF LIFE By Josephine Moon - Penguin Books

LOVE LIE REPEAT By Catherine Greer - Penguin Books

So just how can you do it all – and is that even possible? That’s where The Juggle comes in! The Juggle features a fabulous range of powerhouse mums, sharing their intimate thoughts, struggles, elations, successes and challenges in these raw, candid and often very funny interviews and essays. With intimate stories of what goes on behind the scenes of their seemingly pictureperfect lives, they’re here to let the mums of the world know they are not alone. And that, sometimes, something has to give.

Gabby McPhee is the owner of The Tin Man, a chic new cafe and coffee roasting house in Melbourne. The struggles of her recent heart transplant are behind her and life is looking up – until a mysterious customer appears in the cafe, convinced that Gabby has her deceased husband’s heart beating inside her chest.

Three girls, loyal to each other? That never happens. All the groups of three implode eventually. Two in, one out. Change. Betrayal. Again and again. But not us. I make sure of it. I make Ash and Ruby see that our power is in our three-ness. We can do what no other trio can. Together, we're strong. Thick, thin, boys, mothers, divorce, other girls, secrets, lies, all of it. I'll keep us safe. Whatever it takes. Watch me.

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Krystal Arthur is a bereaved widow, struggling to hold herself and her two young boys together since Evan’s death, and plagued by unanswered questions. Why was her husband in another city the night he died? And why won’t his spirit rest?

RRP $19.99

RRP $32.99

LARKLIGHT By Philip Reeve - Bloomsbury

LITTLE FRIDA By Anthony Browne - Walker Books

Art Mumby is just a normal boy living in space, but all that changes when an ancient race of gigantic white spiders called the First Ones arrive to seize his family home, Larklight.

The artwork of Frida Kahlo inspires former Children's Laureate and twice winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal, Anthony Browne in this beautiful and surreal picture book. Stunning illustrations tell the story of a lonely young girl who discovers the power of the imagination to set you free. A tribute to an iconic artist exploring themes of belonging, creativity and hope, this is an exquisite and touching picture book.

Forced to flee, Art and his annoying sister Myrtle are chased across the galaxy, from the fiery rivers of Mars to the distant rings of Saturn. But the First Ones have trouble on their hands. They don't bank on Art falling in with Jack Havock and a motley crew of notorious space pirates … RRP $14.99

RRP $24.99

STAND UP FOR THE FUTURE - Penguin Books

A Celebration of Inspirational Young Australians. From slam poet Solli Raphael to gender equality advocate Caitlin Figueiredo, soccer star Sam Kerr and youth worker Zack Bryers, this is a book about young people, for everyone. Through activism, innovation, giving back and leading by example, these game changers are building a brighter tomorrow. Brought to life by colourful illustrations from local artists, this book showcases emerging Aussie talent and encourages readers to create positive social change. All royalties from sales of this book go to The Smith Family. RRP $29.99

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Jr Book Reviews A GIRL CALLED JUSTICE By Elly Griffiths

FATED By Teri Terry

If you enjoyed Friday Barnes or Scarlet & Ivy, Elly Griffith’s first novel for children is just for you! She is a very experienced crime author for adults, whose best-known series is the Ruth Galloway mysteries, and she’s also my mum’s favourite author. So when I saw A Girl Called Justice, I was excited to read it and try an Elly Griffith’s novel for myself. Justice is a 12 year old girl, who goes away to boarding school in 1936. As she is driven up to the front gate, she thinks to herself that Highbury House Boarding School for the Daughters of Gentlefolk has the potential for murder. You can tell by her thought that Justice is no ordinary girl: her recently deceased mother was a crime author, and her father is a lawyer with an interest in murder cases. So, it’s only natural that Justice follows in their footsteps and is always on the lookout for crime. She’s come to the right place, and her instincts were spot-on. The school is a hotbed of crime, and soon Justice is drawn to a recent death there. What follows is a series of suspicions, accusations and intrigue that will keep you guessing all the way to the end. I really enjoyed this novel. Elly Griffith’s writing style is detailed and absorbing, and the story was clever and unexpected. Justice was smart, brave and kind, the sort of girl you’d like to know in real life. I’m hoping this will be the first in a series, because I really want to spend more time with Justice Jones.

One Girl, One Deadly Choice. Samantha Gregory is the Deputy Prime Minister’s daughter, and life in the spotlight is becoming rough because of attacks by the A4A, and the troubled political situation. The Government is blaming the youth for all its problems, and as a result they are cracking down hard. Curfews at 7:00pm, no going out in groups of more than 4 and no mobile phones. If you break the law the penalties are harsh and as a result protests by youths are starting to turn violent. All it takes is one decision for everything to change from bad to worse. My favourite character in the book is Ava, because no matter what happens, she always finds something to hope for and something that she can work towards to make the world a better place. She has courage and love, and her friendships are always built on these. A heartfelt story of sadness, compassion, loss and hope. This book illustrates how the world could fall apart if we are not careful with our choices. “A terrific read which doesn’t give up its secrets lightly. From the first pages it grips. Highly recommended.” - School Librarian

I highly recommend A Girl Called Justice

A great prequel to the amazing trilogy Slated, by Teri Terry

and would rate it 5/5

I would rate this book 4/5

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WORDS — Matilda Schwarz

Meet this month’s ‘Makers’ All members of the Vicious Pandas are 15 years or under and have already learnt that “commitment” is the most important part of playing music in a band. When asked what their long term plans are Hugh had this to say - “I think everyone sort of wants to take it as far as we can, and see if we can make a living out of being musicians.” “Over the shorter term, by the end of the year, we want to record two more singles and gig more,” adds Jack. N A M E : Vicious Pandas AG E : 15 and Under PASS I O N : Music makers It’s hard to believe the members of @vicious_pandas are only in high school. The four-piece formed in 2017 because the drummer Pete wanted to do Battle of the Bands. Since then the hard rockers have been gigging around Adelaide and recently recorded a demo with one cover and three original tracks. They describe themselves on Soundcloud (where you’ll find the raw recordings of their original tracks with lyrics) as four kids from Adelaide who make loud music that they call songs. Featured on Triple J’s Unearthed they’re impressing listeners with their lyricism and tight raw sound. One listener had this to say about their vibe…“Wow! Punk lives! and blasted into 2019. Great lead guitar, cool vocals that match the energetic playing seamlessly. In fact, all the band are playing like a cohesive unit with a sound that threatens to come off the rails at any time.” (Grebo 24 Jan 2019.) / 40

You can find out where the Vicious Pandas will be gigging next by visiting @vicious_pandas on Instagram or you can get there via @getaroundit_sa. Cop a listen of their original singles at soundcloud or attriplejunearthed.com/artist/ vicious-pandas Not only are the Vicious Pandas committed to making music, they’re helping disadvantaged kids have better access to music education by donating 10% of the money they make to the Australian Children’s Music Foundation (@ theacmf) which provides free music

education and instruments to disadvantaged kids and youth at risk in Australia. How cool is that! Get Around It is a platform showcasing 14 to 22-year-old thinkers, makers and doers living in South Australia. Because young people exist in a world where being online and offline are interchangeable we’ve created a showcase that is both. Get Around It is on Instagram (@getaroundit_ sa) and is also a travelling clothesline that currently sits in the foyer of the Commissioner’s office on Morphett Street. You can catch the Get Around It clothesline at the Art Gallery and in Rundle Mall for Youth Week where it will become a pop up installation. And if you know a young South Australian thinker, maker or doer who you think deserves to be showcased both online and on the line, get in touch via the getaroundit_sa Insta so we can interview them, take a photo and display their awesome talent for all to see.

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Kids LOLs Who doesn’t love a good laugh! We have collated some of the best LOL’s, some random facts and some games that will entertain all KIDDOS. What do you get if you pour hot water down a rabbit hole? Hot cross bunnies! What do you call a rabbit with fleas? Bugs Bunny! Why shouldn’t you tell an Easter egg a joke? It might crack up! How did the soggy Easter Bunny dry himself? With a hare-dryer!

Why did the Easter Bunny cross the road? Because the chicken had his Easter eggs! What did the rabbit say to the carrot? It’s been nice gnawing you! How did the Easter Bunny rate the Easter parade? He said it was eggs-cellent!

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