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24.01.2022 Here are 10 reasons why early childhood development is important & crucial in ensuring we are supporting little people to grow into healthy & balanced adults. For the full post visit our BLOG PAGE @ HARMONIOUSHOMES.COM.AU 1. Evidence shows that children learn more during their first 6 years of life than they do at any other point in their lives. These first six years of a child’s life are when the brain is developing the most. ... 2. Whatever a child learns in the first years of their life will affect them for the rest of their life. Their experiences during these years will be the blueprint to how they achieve their goals. 3. In some cases, children may have learning difficulties, so the earlier you identify them, the higher the success of treatment for them. 4. The more positive learning experiences a child has in the first years of their life, the more they will develop a positive connection to learning & help them develop a good self-esteem. 5. It’s important to use positive, measurable and genuine language so they can see themselves in the most positive light and develop a strong personality. 6. The relationship you have with your child will impact their views on how they connect with other people in the future. It sets the tone for their emotional & social development. 7. Motivation for learning in early childhood has a major impact on future learning abilities in school. 8. Babies learn and develop through their senses and emotions, as they are not able to talk. 9. The sooner a child respects & understands the importance of hygiene, the more likely they will independently reach milestones like dressing themselves and toileting. 10. Making life experiences fun and exciting role models a positive approach to life and make a child more likely to try new things and expose themselves to relationships and goals.

22.01.2022 Hi, I'm Natalie, one half of Harmonious Homes, and when asked what motivates me the most, its these 2. I know it's cliche, but my boys mean the absolute world to me. With the work that I do, I am able to really understand my parenting approach and evolve the relationship I have with my kids constantly. ... It can be VERY confronting at times, but I really believe that if I am taking care of myself by growing and evolving as a person, I am being a more open, honest and respectful mum to my boys. Parenting is not easy and not always fun, and the last thing I’d want is to resent my children. To really conquer that emotion, is through connection. Expressing to your kids that you're overwhelmed, tired, stressed, anxious or scared is important. It role models self reflection and shows your kids that you TRUST in being vulnerable around them Expressing my emotions openly also ensures, I don't take MY stuff out on the boys, it's not their fault and definitely not their responsibility to heal me. Talking to my kids as though they’re adults (from a very young age) has allowed me project the relationship I'd like to have with them when they are grown men. I feel the most genuine when I'm talking to them like they're just one of my people, my tribe, my family... because that is exactly what they are.

20.01.2022 Latest episode out now! Link here: https://www.harmonioushomes.com.au//systematic-abuse-it-go Systematic Abuse - it goes beyond Hollywood ... This week we talk about the #marilynmanson abuse allegations made by actress #evanrachelwood and several others. We discuss how the responsibility of abuse goes beyond the abuser and that the system that allows abuse to occur, needs to also be held accountable. We revisit our own experiences of workplace abuse and how the organisation chose to ignore allegations, rather providing provisions to the abusers and #gaslighting all victims. We conclude that while it's important to provide children with enlightened concepts about empathy, respect and love of all people, we still need to provide them with a system that supports those concepts and doesn't just continue to support those in positions of power, no matter what their behavior is.

19.01.2022 A child's home heavily influences his or her development. The home should be a safe place for play and nurturing, which is key for social and emotional development. An enriching and stimulating home environment fosters healthy growth & brain development. ... By providing your child with a loving & supportive space with plenty of opportunities for learning and exploration, you’re setting the tone for all their future development

19.01.2022 New episode out now!! Listen here: https://www.harmonioushomes.com.au//back-to-school-if-you- Back to school... if you dare!... This week we look at all the back to school spam & clickbait articles that are spread across social media at this time of the year. We consider the tone of these articles & how they affect the emotional wellbeing of parents today. We unpack certain articles that aim to scare rather than inform and we reflect on the broader impact these have on our community. We also question the responsibility the media has in regards to parenting behaviour and how this will impact the kids of tomorrow.

17.01.2022 Glass Jars - scary to some , beneficial to ALL! We're huge advocates on respecting children's right to learn even if it's risky Learning rather than teaching should always be the focus, and giving your child the space to understand their limits and the potential risks involved, is so important for their abilities and self esteem

16.01.2022 WHY WE STARTED THIS... Having both worked in the early childhood industry, we know how IMPORTANT the first years of children’s lives are. We’re really passionate about helping families with young children, specifically 0 - 5 year olds, and we aim to help parents understand the tremendous VALUE of early childhood education, not just in a childcare setting but also in the HOME. ... We want to support as many families as we can to implement early childhood practices in the home, while maintaining a calm & harmonious environment. If you’re needing support in bringing some calmness into your home, into your life, into your parenting... then DM us to see how we can help

12.01.2022 Decluttering your home and knowing where everything is, is a lot of effort and difficult, but it’s quite important for our health and wellbeing. When we use our home as a place to store the things we own, rather than a place to live and create memories and unwind and enjoy with people we love, we are discounting our worth and placing value on the things we own. This is also a negative message to send to our kids, as we’re showing them that stuff is what is important, ...what we should focus on and what makes us happy. Storing things in our home can also negatively affect our physical health as they collect dust and mould and invite all sorts of little friends (bugs, spiders, rats) into our space, who should be living outside in the sunshine! Consider the stuff you’re storing and if it really is adding value to your life. Consider what you could be doing with the space being used to store stuff, and maybe it could be used for something that is more valuable to you. Don’t let time or money stand in your way, we can help get you started or there are plenty of hacks out there to help you on your way. Do yourself a favour, take back control of your home and live in it, don’t use it as a storage unit!

12.01.2022 #consciousparenting is a term used by various psychologists to describe a style of parenting that focuses more on the parent’s behaviours and how mindfulness can drive parenting choices. Conscious parenting asks that instead of striving to fix your child, parents look inward at themselves. By viewing your children as independent beings, parents approach child rearing as more of building a relationship with a sovereign being and that a parent’s goal is not about making t...heir children happy, but more supporting their growth and development through all sorts of life struggles. The main theme is CONNECTION rather than CONTROL. Traditional parenting says when we're triggered, we look outside to find the problem, which is usually the child and therefore we need to fix the child, to solve the problem. Conscious parenting considers that maybe it’s not the child’s fault. Maybe the child isn’t wrong and that you should look inside yourself as to why this child is triggering YOU. For more information on Conscious Parenting, visit Dr. Shefali page

11.01.2022 4 reasons why people choose us time poor budget minded eco conscious ... early childhood milestones If this is the current focus in your household, we know that it’s not easy to juggle it all. We can help DM us for a free in home consult or if you just want to see how we can help visit our site, link in bio

09.01.2022 Breakfast of Champions! FUN FACT: So... we've taken healthy eating to the next level this year... This is a Harmonious Homes ritual now. ... Getting out our vitamin supply before a big day ahead. LOL it's a little bit funny (and dorky) but its working! We’ve been feeling so good, with more energy & a clearer mind. Balancing our physical health with our emotional health, living the purpose of our core business values: harmony What’s your harmony ritual?

05.01.2022 It’s important to remind ourselves that children are not ours. We of course look after them, support them, nurture them, but they’re not ours. In fact we are theirs! We, all adults not just parents, are here to provide a place so that the people of tomorrow have the best opportunity to be a positive influence in this world. ... We spend a lot of time rectifying wrongs, but we sometimes get distracted that the solution is standing right next to you, watching wide eyed, listening, observing, deciding what to make of all this rectifying. Let’s include children into the conversation, into the solution and the plan, because they’re the ones that are going to live it and that’s the most important thing we need to invest in!

04.01.2022 Loose parts are fundamental learning materials in early childhood classrooms. There’s years of evidence of the benefits loose parts play in the development of infants and babies. Furthermore, given children, including infants, thrive most when their environments are consistent to the ones they spend time learning in, it’s important for parents to provide resources that compliment those found in early childhood settings. ... You don’t have to spend money on loud, battery operated, active toys. Your infant will benefit far more from the passive, open ended resources or loose parts, you provide them. A loose part resource has unlimited play possibilities rather than a single outcome, meaning there is not one specific way to use the item. Where an active toy, such as a plastic musical keyboard is a closed object that has one intent: sound is made as an infant pushes a button. This does not allow the child to explore further limiting their learning and development. Here are some easy, affordable and really beneficial loose parts ideas suitable for babies

01.01.2022 Benefits of being organised... FOR KIDS! Being organised is rarely seen as a skill children should have, however, it's actually highly beneficial to promote organisational skills in the early years.... To read the full post, visit our blog page! https://www.harmonioushomes.com.au//benefits-of-being-orga The key benefits are: Teaches responsibility - teaching your child to take responsibility for their belongings and the space they live in, helps children understand they need to be aware of their actions and how they affect the people around them. Fosters independence - a great way to facilitate independence is by creating organisation systems that help your child do things for themselves, which is achievable and sustainable. Establishes a routine - routines help children feel safe and secure as it gives them a consistent lifestyle they can rely on. A predictable environment allows a child to trust in the outcomes in their lives, giving them a sense of control over what happens to them. Builds confidence - predictable environments give children the opportunity to further explore their potential. An organised space makes a child feel confident in what is expected, where their resources are and how they can use them. Time management - being able to manage their time is a lifelong lesson children can learn at an early age, and it will serve them well, throughout their lives. Endorses life balance - by showing children that all the fun stuff needs to be put back in a specific place, helps them understand there is a balance between fun and responsibility, something important to know throughout their life.