Where kids have just as much fun as you do!

Have you always wanted some time to yourself but are way too nervous to leave your children with anyone other than family? Now you can! Coastal Babysitters aren’t just anyone! They have gone through a strict selection process and have the most qualified and experienced staff on their team which are personally selected and interviewed.

Who are Coastal Babysitters?

Created by a mum of two, Coastal Babysitters is an award-winning babysitting company that connects Brisbane families with professional, trusted and qualified sitters who will ensure your children are having a fun experience of their own so you can enjoy yourself without the guilt!

Coastal Babysitters believes all parents deserve time out while knowing their kids are in safe and trusted care but all while having FUN! They understand that mums and dads like you LOVE your kids, but somewhere between gliding an aeroplane spoon through the air and doing the ‘toilet time’ dance, your identity’s taken a backseat. But guess what? A full, uninterrupted day at the office, attending a super important event, or letting down your hair with a 5-course dinner date featuring bubbles and massages (too far?) doesn’t *have* to include a frantic call to the in-laws, a “Can I have a favour?” to a friend, or even a ‘will-they-come-home-sick?’ daycare fiasco.

Coastal Babysitters are the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Byron Bay’s go-to babysitters. They help grownups like you enjoy your world, while your little ones experience theirs. They get that you might feel a little nervous (which is normal!), concerned your little one might not like their babysitter, or worried if you’ll truly be able to relax while you’re out. How do they know? Because most of them are mums ourselves. So it’ll excite you that they’re delightfully easy to contact, will put you in touch with your sitter ahead of time and promise to keep you updated the whole way through.

Coastal Babysitters have over 300 brilliant babysitters on their books, with more than 500 5-star reviews from more than 7,000 families after 20,000+ kid-friendly experiences since 2016!

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications and safety checks do Coastal Babysitters have?

All babysitters at Coastal Babysitters have their Blue Card, First Aid, and CPR Certificates, which are always kept up to date. The sitters are either mothers themselves, or have worked in childcare for at least three years. They are also fun, professional and have glowing references. In addition, most of the Brisbane babysitters have a Certificate 3 or Diploma in Child Services.

How are babysitters chosen by Coastal Babysitters?

All babysitters with Coastal Babysitters must have the required qualifications listed above and be lots of fun. Founder and mum of 2 Orly (the owner of Coastal Babysitters) would only send babysitters out to your family if she would be happy for them to look after her own children (and she’s very particular herself!). She personally interviews each sitter, with a focus on whether she’d feel comfortable having this sitter look after her little ones (because often they do!). So, beyond Blue Cards, Working with Children checks, First Aid and CPR Certifications, your sitter also receives the very legitimate mum stamp of approval. 

What length of time can I hire a babysitter for?

You can hire one of the babysitters for as long as you need. There is a minimum of three (3) hours, but no maximum amount of time. Overnight stays are also available throughout Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

How do I make a booking?

There is an easy online booking system which can be found on the Coastal Babysitters website. Coastal Babysitters are also very responsive by phone and email.

What can I expect once I’ve made a booking?

• The team will assign the sitter that is best suited to your family based on ages of your children, location, and any other information you have provided.
• Once a sitter is assigned, you will receive an email confirmation with the sitter’s profile and photo.
• Your sitter will phone you the day before your booking to say hello and give you a chance to speak to them in person.
• Your sitter will bring fun activities to keep your children entertained.
• Your children will find that their babysitter/s are fun and engaging, giving them 100% attention the whole time.
• You will be sent photos of your child throughout the day and a text message to say when they are asleep.
• A little report card will also be left so you know exactly what happened ‘while you were out’.

Do any sitters have special needs experience?

Yes! All kids are special in their unique and different ways and Coastal Babysitters cater for all of them. Many of the sitters have experience with children who have special needs or require additional assistance.

Testimonials

‘Coastal Babysitters are excellent, our sitter broke the ice very easily with the girls and they had a lot of fun, the girls loved how she played board games with them and kept them entertained. I found the service during booking to be professional and it put me at ease to receive a call from Sophie the day before the booked time for babysitting for her to introduce herself and to give me an opportunity to ask questions. I found the price we paid very reasonable and the service excellent.’

‘AMAZING!!! We had Theresa look after my babies, 4 and 8 months, first time we have ever had someone who is not family look after our children, and she was amazing. Could not recommend more! Made us feel so comfortable and the kids too! she went above and beyond!! Would definitely use this service again next time we are in Brisbane!’

‘Friendly service. Quick responses. My children really enjoyed having our babysitter over. She arrived a little early and was quick to help out with before school jobs with the children while I got organised to leave. My children have not stopped talking about our babysitter and are looking forward to her visit again next week. Thank you for making me feel so comfortable and at ease with updates via text and a kind note on my fridge when I returned home. I will definitely be using this service many more times in the future.’

Coastal Babysitters were winners of the Gold Coast Girls in Business Service Excellence Awards in 2019, nominees of the Telstra Business Women’s Award in 2018 and 2019, and nominees in the AusMumpreneur Awards in 2019. To find out more about Coastal Babysitters and the services they offer, please head to the website at www.coastalbabysitters.com.au.

Blooming Heart Therapy is a Brisbane based psychotherapist who strives to create a stronger, authentic, healthier identity for children, teens, and families.

Blooming Heart Therapy supports children and families who would like to better understand their challenges as well as focusing on strengths. Every child and family is unique. Blooming Heart Therapy will create individualised treatment plans based upon the values, beliefs, culture, and the needs of the family.

Blooming Heart Therapy nurtures children and families to complete contentment.

Play Therapy

Play Therapy involves the use of play to communicate with children. Communicating through the medium of play helps children learn to solve problems and change their negative behaviors. The therapeutic play room is a safe and secure space where the child is able to process their emotions and experiences process their emotions and experiences without fear of judgement.

Play Therapy is recommended for children experiencing a variety of symptoms, including:

• Life transitions such as divorce and blended families
• Self control and impulsivity
• Aggressive behaviors
• Sadness and depression
• Trauma
• Medical trauma
• Abuse and neglect
• Adoption support
• Bullying and struggling peer relationships
• Anxiety and fear
• Social skills/boundaries
• Grief/bereavement
• Attachment concerns
• Nightmares or bed-wetting
• Strengthening family relationships
• Challenges with academic motivation success
• Focus
• Sensory Disorders
• Low self-esteem

Teen Counselling

Blooming Heart Therapy works with teens to offer a safe space to help them develop self-understanding, self-advocacy, and lead happier contented lives.

They work with teens on a variety of challenges as they transition into adulthood including self-esteem, trauma, school life and sexuality.

Family Therapy and Parent Support

Blooming Heart Therapy provides a space where families can express and work through painful emotions and have difficult conversations. Part of healthy communication is being able to express yourself and be heard and appreciated when speaking.

Blooming Heart Therapy offers parent coaching and support. Working together, you can discover and create new pathways that allow you to release old patterns and beliefs that no longer serve you and are holding you back from experiencing the beauty of parenthood.

Filial Play Therapy

Filial Play Therapy (FPT) is a therapeutic approach that combines elements of play therapy and family therapy, primarily focusing on improving the parent-child relationship and enhancing emotional and behavioral functioning in children. This method is unique because it involves training parents to conduct therapeutic play sessions with their own children under the guidance and supervision of a trained therapist.

Key Features of Filial Play Therapy:

1. Parental Involvement: Unlike traditional play therapy, where a therapist works directly with the child, FPT involves parents as the primary agents of change. Parents learn therapeutic play techniques and conduct play sessions with their children.
2. Training and Supervision: Parents receive training from a therapist on how to engage in therapeutic play, including understanding play themes, recognizing and responding to children’s emotional needs, and using specific therapeutic skills. The therapist provides ongoing supervision and support.
3. Strengthening Relationships: The core objective of FPT is to enhance the parent-child relationship. By engaging in play, parents can better understand their children’s feelings and behaviors, leading to improved communication and emotional bonding.
4. Empowerment: Parents are empowered with tools and techniques that enable them to address their children’s emotional and behavioral issues, fostering a sense of competence and confidence in their parenting skills.
5. Child-Centered Play: The play sessions are child-centered, meaning that the child leads the play while the parent follows. This approach allows children to express themselves freely and explore their emotions in a safe environment.

Testimonials

To find out more about Blooming Heart Therapy and the services they offer, please head to the website at https://bloominghearttherapy.com/.

About QLD Baby Hire

Hiring is becoming a new trend! It’s easier than ever before to hire anything you may need, and it is also a lot more affordable than purchasing outright – especially if you only need items for a short period of time. 

QLD Baby Hire knows first-hand how overwhelming and challenging it can be to find the right baby items. That’s why they have researched and invested in the best baby products out there to be able to help mums all over Brisbane and the Gold Coast get set up! The star of the QLD Baby Hire show is the SNOO, and we all know how expensive this is to purchase, so to be able to provide this to parents at a fraction of the purchase cost while helping them get more sleep is such an achievement!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cleaning process in between clients? All baby items are thoroughly cleaned in between hiring. Being run by a mum herself, QLD Baby Hire understands the need to keep your baby free from germs and this is their number one priority. They also check all equipment to make sure this is in working condition and ready for your baby.

Where can I collect from? QLD Baby Hire has two locations – Carina Heights in Brisbane and Ashmore on the Gold Coast. They also offer delivery in and around the Brisbane, Gold Coast and Northern NSW areas.

What is the booking process? Once you get in contact, QLD Baby Hire will send you a run down of all the costs, including the bond/deposit which is held for the duration of your hire. If you would like to go ahead and book, a small holding fee is required to secure your spot. This is ether $30 or $50, depending on the item. The remaining balance is then due upon collection.

Can I rent the SNOO out for less than a month to see if my baby likes it? QLD Baby Hire does offer weekly hire, however, when using the SNOO with her daughter, Jaidina found it took her around 11 nights to fully get in the swing of things. She personally believes you may need longer than a week to get the full benefit. This isn’t always the case though, and they see a lot of babies that settle in the SNOO immediately.

Can I book in advance even if I do not know the exact date I would like to collect? Absolutely! This is the best thing to do as QLD Baby Hire does book out quite far in advance! Once you have secured your spot, you can pencil in a date for your hire to start and come up with a more accurate date closer to the time.

Testimonials

“Our family were lucky enough to stumble upon ‘Qld Baby Hire’ who we chose to go through for the hire of a Snoo for 6 months. The company was an absolute pleasure to deal with, Jaidina in particular was always so responsive and upbeat, fielded all my questions and was extremely knowledgeable with troubleshooting any problems that arose. She was also kind enough to check in periodically to see how we were going with the product and how our little one was going too!” – Sarah Brooker

“Cannot recommend Jaidina enough! To have access to a snoo without having to purchase one outright was a god send. Her customer service and friendly nature was warm and welcoming as well as going above and beyond with dropping off and collection options. She made the process so easy and refunded our deposit the following day after pick up. Definitely will be recommending her to all new mums Thank you!!” – Isabell Purse

“Absolute life saver. Jaidina has been lovely to deal with and the pram was so great to keep the toddler from running rampant at the airport. Qantas had no qualms with the pram being stored as carry on luggage. The bugaboo butterfly was easy to push, super simple to unfold and just a great pram. Jaidina was happy to help with a very early pick up and late drop off. Nothing was an issue. Thank you Jaidina!!” – Caitlin Mckay

To find out more, please visit the QLD Baby Hire website.

Who is Teacup Coach?

Teacup Coach is founded by Jayme, who is an experienced International Coaching Federation trained Master Life Coach and Master Neurolinguistic Programming practitioner. Jayme is a mum, wife, sister, aunt, friend, farmer, and a small business owner. Following a corporate career based on supporting people in business, Jayme created Teacup Coach after hearing too many stories of kids, of all ages, who struggle with their mental health. She has lived experiences in supporting and empowering children and their parents that make her ideal to coach and uplift you and your family. Her passion lies with building a village approach through becoming a Standing Strong Club for kids and providing personal leadership coaching for parents. She is also a youth coach with mental health first aid, as well as a Performance and Leadership Consultant and Coach.

Standing Strong Club

Strength From Within – School Holiday Workshops

Boost your child’s wellbeing with captivating one-day Strength From Within school holiday workshops with Teacup Coach.

Strength From Within are one day workshops held in the Indooroopilly area and are designed to nurture growth and self-discovery in kids aged 7 to 12 years. Workshops help your child unlock the strength within them through interactive activities, fun games, and engaging discussions around the three pillars of Standing Strong – STRONG Body (movement), STRONG Mind (mindset) and STRONG Heart (mindfulness).

There are over 40 topics that make up the Standing Strong Club and hundreds of activities that change over each holiday period. That means your child will have a different experience every time they go to a Teacup Coach holiday workshop.

Strength From Within workshops are a beautiful experience that provide a supportive and inspiring environment where children can flourish, be curious, and build their confidence, resilience, and self-esteem.

April Holiday Workshop Details

The wellbeing topics for the Strength From Within school holiday workshops with Teacup Coach are:

• Working Through Anger
• What is Resilience?
• Choosing Happiness

There are two workshops on:

• Friday 5th April 2024
• Friday 12th April 2024

Don’t forget to get your discount voucher from the Brisbane Kids Autumn 2024 Holiday Guide!

Book online at https://teacupcoach.com/school-holiday-workshops/

Term Programs – Small Group Coaching

Teacup Coach has launched their STRONG small group coaching term programs in 2024. The STRONG small group coaching are supportive, interactive, and uplifting programs designed to help feel children face the world standing strong.

These coaching programs runs for an hour every week throughout the school term. There is a different topic each week for the children to explore and sessions include all three Standing Strong pillars – STRONG Body (movement), STRONG Mind (mindset) and STRONG Heart (mindfulness). Through the STRONG group coaching programs, kids learn how to:

• Adjust to changes in life including school, friends and family
• Understand thoughts and feelings by learning emotional intelligence
• Become more self-aware
• Discover their values, goals and boundaries
• Create a positive body image
• Deal with bullying, competition, failure and life pressure
• Foster a strong sense of self
• Live a happy, healthy, and inspired life
• Build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Practice gratitude and self-care
• Feel like they belong
• Develop and practice mindfulness and stress management skills.

You can join the following STRONG group coaching programs:

• STRONG Juniors – girls & boys 7-12 years
• STRONG Juniors Homeschool Program – girls & boys 7-12 years

Other STRONG group coaching programs Teacup Coach is looking to launch include:

• STRONG Little Ones – girls & boys 5-6/7 years
• STRONG Teens – girls & boys 13+

Small group coaching term programs are a proactive approach to supporting your child’s overall wellbeing that will help them develop life-long skills to deal with challenges and opportunities in their lives now, and into the future.

Get Ready! Programs

As your growing child prepares to take on or transition in their school life, it’s essential to foster their health and wellbeing, providing them with a solid foundation for a successful future. The Get Ready! programs at Teacup Coach are exclusive and specially designed to nurture kids mental and emotional readiness for their school adventures. Teacup Coach recognises that this stepping stone in our kids’ lives is not just about the logistical aspects. It involves a mix of excitement, curiosity, uncertainty, and anxiety. It’s also about creating an environment where children feel heard, understood, and empowered in their school adventure. This is why the evidence-based and non-clinical Get Ready! Programs by Teacup Coach take a holistic and proactive approach to the health and wellbeing of your child in the lead up to this transition. In a safe and fun environment, this program provides a range of tools and strategies to equip your child to embrace and Get Ready! with confidence.

Embodying the three pillars of Standing Strong – STRONG Body (movement), STRONG Mind (mindset) and STRONG Heart (mindfulness) – the Get Ready! programs explore concept of change in your kids’ lives, the emotions that may arise, how these can be challenging, and what your child can do to understand, and embrace these experiences.

The Get Ready! For Prep program is tailored to your little ones starting school. The Get Ready! For High School program is for your maturing tweens. Both programs cover similar topics from the Standing Strong Club and are delivered to engage the children in line with their development and age.

Get Ready! For Prep

The Get Ready! For Prep program focuses on activities and discussion around moving from kindy or home to school life. In addition to dealing with change, the program explores making friends, kindness, and self-care with the children. Engagement with the little ones will be gentle and full of fun and enthusiasm.

This program will return in Term 4 of 2024.

Get Ready! For High School

The Get Ready! For High School program emphasises the significant shift from primary to high school recognizing the multitude of challenges that can accompany this transition. In delivery of the program, Teacup Coach takes into account the cognitive and developmental maturation of your tweens as they navigate this change. In addition to dealing with change, this valuable program dives into the valuable topics of friendship changes and self-care. Engagement with your tweens will encourage them to be inclusive, curious, respectful, and optimistic to adopt a growth and positive mindset as they approach the shift to high school.

This program will return in Term 4 of 2024.

Youth Coaching

Being founded by an accredited trained Master Life Coach, the personal nature of youth coaching is something that Jayme at Teacup Coach holds dear. Youth Coaching is a gift of allowing someone to become your child’s personal cheerleader, sounding board and shoulder to lean on.

At Teacup Coach, the essence of youth coaching lies in fostering the growth of young people and offering them guidance to empower them to flourish now, and into the future.

Teacup Coach youth coaching takes a child-centered approach, assisting children to navigate tricky times in their lives with an emphasis on:

• Cultivating considered decision-making skills
• Setting meaningful goals
• Fostering positive attitudes
• Nurturing personal leadership qualities
• Promoting accountability
• Providing encouragement
• Valuing connections
• Ensuring non-judgement.

Youth Coaching is part of the village approach to supporting children, while easing the pressure and giving comfort to parents. A youth coach is a trusted person who can give your child the opportunity to talk freely and confidentially about any aspect of their lives.

Testimonials

“I really liked it. It was very fun and you are very kind. It was great exercise. You did a great job. Thanks for making learning fun. It was a really good time with you. I think it is a great way to learn how to stand strong and learn about our comfort and growth zone’s. My favourite was the bubbles!” – Miss 9

“Thank you. Miss 8 really enjoyed it and said she learnt some new things. She proudly shared her gratitude dice and folder with us all and said she wants to go back. A success in my view. Well done, what an excellent initiative.” – Mum of Miss 8

“The Standing Strong workshop with Teacup Coach helped me improve my confidence and self-love. 5 STARS!” – Mr 7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Standing Strong about? Standing Strong is a multi-award winning health and wellbeing organisation providing uplifting and empowering wellbeing programs for young people aged 5-18yrs. An Australian based organisation, Standing Strong programs are designed to help young people feel connected, supported, valued, and heard. Through the three core components of Strong Body (movement), Strong Mind (mindset) and Strong Heart (mindfulness), Standing Strong Clubs take a holistic approach to building confidence, self-esteem, and resilience in young people. While programs are non-clinical, they are developed by clinicians, are child-centred, and are evidenced-based. This combination supports children now and into the future by developing strategies and providing tools to help realise opportunities and navigate challenges when they inevitably arise.

Teacup Coach is licenced to deliver these amazing programs using trained instructors who have additional aspirations and qualifications around supporting children and families. Through the Standing Strong Club, Teacup Coach is taking a village approach to supporting the community.

How can Standing Strong support my child? All the programs at Teacup Coach are crafted to foster essential wellbeing skills, confidence, and emotional awareness. Each program incorporates the Standing Strong core components of STRONG Body (movement), STRONG Mind (mindset) and STRONG Heart (mindfulness). This provides a holistic and proactive approach to your child’s wellbeing to help them through challenges and realise opportunities in their lives not only now, but into the future.

My child is confident and doesn’t have any issues with wellbeing. Why would I send them to one of these programs? Teacup Coach as a Standing Strong Club takes a proactive approach to building mental, emotional, social, and physical wellbeing life skills in children. The specially designed programs equip young people with tools, strategies, and resources to deal with tricky and challenging times in their lives when they arise.

What qualifications and experience to the instructors have? Most sessions will be run by Teacup Coach’s Founder, Jayme Harrison, who has a passion for nurturing young minds and empowering families to embrace wellbeing. Jayme is a mum herself who has been working with kids for over 2 years. Jayme holds a Blue Card, First Aid certificate, and mental health for first aid certificate. She is also a youth coach and International Coaching Federation-trained Master Life Coach and Master Neurolinguistic Programming practitioner. Jayme has the ability to connect with kids of all ages and has a knack for creating positive, fun, and empowering learning environments.

Will my child need any specific materials or supplies for the program? All necessary materials and supplies will be provided by Teacup Coach. Further information is provided when you book your child into a program.

What if my child feels uncomfortable and doesn’t want to participate? Teacup Coach understands that every child is unique, and they are skilled at creating a
supportive and encouraging environment where kids feel motivated and excited about each session. The program is designed to be interactive, engaging and lots of fun. There will be a variety of activities to cater to different learning styles. If your child feels uncomfortable, they’ll support them to adjust and feel at ease as much as possible.

Do I stay with my child during the program? The programs are designed for independent participation; however Teacup Coach understands that leaving your child is a big step, and they want you to feel comfortable and assured. During any of their programs, you’re more than welcome to be nearby while your child participates. The venue has a covered space just outside where you are welcome to sit, and Teacup Coach will ensure chairs are provided. Alternatively, there is a park across the road and a coffee shop only a short walk away.

How will Teacup Coach handle any medical or other special requirements my child has? Teacup Coach takes your child’s health and/or special requirements seriously. Jayme has experience with neurodiverse children including those who are ADHD, ASD, and experience anxiety. If your child has any medical or special requirements, please ensure they are included in the registration form or reach out to Teacup Coach separately, and they will discuss appropriate arrangements.

Are there any follow up resources? Yes. Teacup Coach encourages continuing the learnings your child receives in the session at home. At the end of each session, they email parents’ home resources for continuing the learning adventure. These resources help foster the skills and concepts covered during the program.

Is there any flexibility in the program schedule if something comes up? Teacup Coach understands that life can be unpredictable. While regular attendance is
encouraged for a consistent experience, they can discuss options if unexpected situations arise.

To find out more, please visit the Teacup Coach website.

What does the research say?

The research on creating psychologically healthy kids (who grow up to be psychologically healthy adults) is clear: we all need to feel safe and secure, and be provided opportunities to confidently
explore the world, knowing that a loving carer is watching over us, ready to support us and protect us, when we need it. The team at Parenting Success is comprised of experts in child and family
wellbeing. Directors Dr Upasana Kapoor (Paediatrician) and Narelle Dickinson (Clinical Psychologist) have pulled together a team of psychologists and child health medical professionals with a shared passion for helping families learn how to create and maintain these safe and secure home environments.

Dr Kapoor said, “Once we get a clear understanding of parent-child attachment, we have the tools to make the right choices in how to manage our children’s behaviour. By developing and nurturing a secure attachment with our children, we can help them become a loving child who can then become a loving and caring spouse and parent in the future.”

Parenting Success knows that once parents (or carers) can offer their children this safe, stable and predictable environment for exploration, they are giving their kids the best possible opportunity to grow up with more resilient mental health, higher self esteem, and the tools to establish healthy relationships with other people (including friends and partners), not just during childhood, but
throughout their lives.

Narelle Dickinson said, “The more secure your child is, the more likely they are to have high self-esteem and the confidence to succeed at school, and later at work. Our programs give parents the skills that help create an environment of emotional safety between parents and their kids, whatever their age.”

A suite of parenting programs on offer

Parenting is a tough gig.

Parenting Success knows that being a parent is the hardest job on the planet. So, they have assembled a suite of parenting programs which help parents learn how to strike the perfect balance
between following their child’s behavioural “cues” as a way to manage difficult behaviour and coping with “big” uncomfortable emotions. Of course, parents can’t be expected to let every moment of every day be taken up with emotion management, and parenting isn’t just about being “nice” to kids. These programs also provide the skills to help parents know how (and when) to take charge and set appropriate behavioural boundaries with their kids. The programs reinforce that parents are always there for their children, but that does not mean that we always have to be overly nice to them. Sometimes it is necessary to let them know that they have crossed the boundary.

What’s the right program for my family?

The team at Parenting Success is passionate about the programs they offer. They know that when parents learn to tune into their children’s (and their own) emotions, and partner with their kids to get through the tough times, they will discover the most wonderful and essential gift they could ever offer to their child. 

Circle of Security Parenting (COSP)

For parents of younger children (infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers), the most appropriate program would be the internationally renowned Circle of Security Parenting program (COSP). COSP is based on decades of research and provides a simple model to understand the day-to-day behaviours of our children. COSP teaches parents to consider their parenting this way: “Always be: Bigger, stronger, wiser and kind. Whenever possible: Follow my child needs. Whenever necessary: Take charge.” It’s a relief to know that the COSP research on understanding and meeting young children’s emotional needs is clear: we don’t have to be perfect in our responding. Rather, if parents can get it “right” at least 30 percent of the time, then that is “Good Enough“. 

Parenting Success also offers workshops for professional carers (such as child care centres) on the COSP model, meaning children can have all of their carers working together the same way, ensuring that they have the most stable and predictable emotional support at home and away.

Tuning in to Kids (TIIK)

For older kids, parents will probably find the Tuning in to Kids (TIIK) suite of programs a little more relatable. These programs (Tuning in to Kids, Tuning in to Teens and Tuning in for Dads) help to teach both parents and children how to express emotions in healthy ways.

The TIIK programs are based on the idea that human emotions are central to communication and connection. When we communicate at the emotional level, we feel closer connections. All emotions serve a function and provide us with important information about ourselves and our environment.

Emotional connection is central and important to our well-being and optimises life outcomes.

Research clearly shows that behaviour problems often reduce or stop when emotional acceptance and understanding occurs. The TIIK programs recognise that every family is unique and that
parents/carers know their children best.

Testimonials

“I found that understanding my Shark Music was most helpful, that I feel a renewed patience, and like I have the capacity and skill set to support my children to organise their feelings.”

“The facilitator was fantastic, warm, welcoming, and informative and the wine and snacks was a nice surprise!”

“I realised that I can be a mean parent, and that’s because that’s the way I was parented. I feel like now I have the skills to change that.”

Frequently asked questions

Can my partner attend with me? Yes- They’d love that! Parenting Success offers special pricing to help both parents participate in the training programs.

Is there a program relevant to my child? Yes! Parenting Success offers a range of programs which are relevant to parents of children from birth through to adulthood.

Can they help me with my special needs child? Yes they can. The team of expertly trained psychologists and paediatric specialists have experience and understanding working with kids with special needs, including ADD, ASD, ODD and physical disabilities. They are able to adapt the program content to ensure you get the most out of the training and experience wonderful outcomes with your kids.

If you would like to find out more, or book in to one of the Parenting Success programs, you can jump directly to the Parenting Success website and book for a program delivered in person (at their Holland Park location) or online (and enjoy the program from your own home!).

Newborn & family photography Brisbane

With over 150 five-star google reviews, Hello Sunshine Photography is one of Brisbane’s favourite newborn and family photographers. Hello Sunshine Photography specialises in capturing loving, connected portrait sessions for Brisbane families. Sessions can be held in your home, capturing your favourite spaces or you can venture outdoors to a beautiful scenic location. Your session will be spent with your loved ones snuggling together, reading your favourite book, playing your child’s favourite games, jumping on the bed or breaking out in dance to your favourite tunes to capture moments of pure joy.

Connected + emotive portrait sessions

Newborn/Family/Maternity Photography sessions

Hello Sunshine Photography Testimonials

*****
We asked Sarah to photograph our family and new baby after seeing her beautiful pictures on Instagram. We were blown away with her professionalism on the day of the photoshoot and how good and patient she was with our baby. We were also thankful for her great styling abilities in the house and wrapping the sleeping baby so he looked just perfect – capturing the perfect shot. The finished product is amazing we love the photos, canvases and albums she produced. The quality is amazing. We will definitely be asking Sarah to photograph the family again in the future. { Alicia D. }

*****
We recently had a newborn shoot at home for our first baby with Hello Sunshine Photography. Right from my initial enquiry, Sarah was incredible to work together with. She was prompt at answering my questions and then once we confirmed our booking she made the entire process very easy with lots of communication on how we can ensure the shoot runs smoothly (as wrangling a newborn baby can be quite difficult at times). When Sarah arrived, we were blown away at how amazing she was at her job; she very gently handled our baby and set up some amazing shots (even including our dog in some of the photographs). The final photographs are gorgeous and we certainly will be using Hello Sunshine Photography again in the future! { Cara C. }

*****
Sarah made the whole experience easy yet special. From her tips and contact before the photoshoot to make sure we were all nice and comfortable at home with our new baby ready for our photos and her laid back, friendly demeanour when she came to our home. We loved our whole session. Sarah was heartfelt in all of her dealings and didn’t even mind an excited puppy making sure she got the whole family in the shoot!! We would definitely recommend her for any sessions where you want some beautiful natural photos to remember the special times. { Hannah R. }

Candid, creative and natural photography

The only thing better than seeing your family grow is capturing those priceless moments in pictures. Sev understands the importance of providing her clients with everlasting memories.

Sev’s style is candid, creative and natural with touches of raw emotion throughout. On shoot day you can expect a contagious enthusiasm and comfort that ensures she captures not just the right moments, but the emotions, connections and stories about those moments. Whether it’s the special relationships between a mother and her baby, the love and support within a large family, or the passion of two new lovers – you can see all these stories in her photos.

About Sev Coban

Ask anyone who knows Sev and they will tell you that her passion for photography is contagious. Throughout her life Sev was that person that always had a camera in her hand, prompting and reminding her friends and family that these moments won’t last forever. Fast-forward to more recent years and Sev has become one of Brisbane’s most trusted professional portrait photographers, qualified, published, and providing everlasting and precious memories for families across south-east Queensland.

Sev is so passionate about what she does and is committed to giving her clients beautiful images that will last forever.

Testimonials

“WORDS CAN’T DESCRIBE!!! The photos are absolutely stunning can’t fault anything! Sev was unlike any photographer… my family had an amazing experience with her and can’t thank her enough for the most beautiful captures!” – Francisca

“I was so excited about Sev taking my family’s photos. I’d seen her previous work and thought it was gorgeous. Our photos are no different. Sev captured exactly how I want to remember my kids at this age… cute but cheeky! Sev also managed to capture those precious seconds where being a mum is the best job in the world, which sometimes get lost in the hectic-ness of life. My kids loved Sev. She knew exactly what to do to get them excited about the shoot. I can’t wait to show our beautiful photos off to family and friends. Thank you Sev!” – Sheree

“Sev brings a natural touch to her photography … something so important in preserving family relationships in photography. Our family was delighted when we engaged Sev to preserve on film three generations. Sev was totally obliging/co-operative to our wishes and yet professional in her advice to receive best results.. Highly recommended for any requirement. She will go out of her way to please you.” – Anne

If you are looking for a photographer to capture your life’s little and big events, Sev Coban Photography would be honoured to document your story and give you beautiful memories. To find out more, please visit the Sev Coban Photography website.

How can Counselling with Dan help?

Dan works with adults and children using system, narrative and CBT techniques and caters his approach depending on the needs of the client.

People often seek counselling for many and varied reasons at one or many points throughout their lives. Dan provides counselling for individuals going through on-going instances or looking for brief therapy.

Dan is trained and accredited for working in the trauma and complex mental health, accident recovery (WorkCoverQLD), disability (NDIS), domestic violence, sexual violence, emotional trauma, coercive control and abuse.

He is also experienced working with clients experiencing grief, loss and changes in their homelife; this may be due to a recent death, significant changes at home or divorce. Dan also makes sure to let parents know they are welcome to utilise his services as being a parent is hard and you may need space for self growth.

Short & Long Term Mental Health Conditions

Common diagnoses such as anxiety and depression can be short or long-term and can accompany further diagnoses such as, PTSD, ASD and ADHD. Dan is trained in working with neurodiverse clients and ensures to work closely with the family system to work toward the best outcomes.

Family Counselling

Dan is Dyadic certified which means he is approved to work with separate members of the family collaboratively work towards their goals.

Testimonials

“I was nervous to work with a male counsellor at the beginning but Dan is such a kind hearted man who helped me through the hardest part of my life, he taught me so much but one of the most important things he showed me was that being violence is not a male trait, it’s a choice” – F, 38

“Dan really helped me get to know myself better and to work through things I initially didn’t even think were significant, but after working together, I feel much lighter and more confident” – M, 26

“Dan was good to talk to, it’s cool that he’s a gamer so we got to talk about fun stuff, he is an adult but it’s really easy to talk to him” – M, 10

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dan do play therapy? Absolutely yes, engaging in age appropriate therapy is super important for young people.

Does Counselling with Dan have private health rebates available? Counselling with Dan has partnered with Bupa, Ahm, Medibank, HCF and the ARHG group which contain several other private health insurers. Dan also is registered with Victims Assist Queensland.

Is counselling only for people who have experienced trauma? No, counselling can be for everyone at any stage in their lives. Sometimes we will have the thought that ‘others have it worse so I shouldn’t complain’, but the reality is that we do this so much that we tend to unintentionally build a culture of self-deprioritisation which becomes an action that we model to others.

Do you work only with children? Counselling with Dan is a space for children, adults, teens and families. Dan is dedicated to helping people improve their mental health to create the best possible opportunities for people no matter what stage of life they are in.

To find out more, please visit the Counselling with Dan website.

Pam is an internationally-experienced hairdresser and, in addition to hair cuts, also offers a lice treatment service. This is all about taking the stress out of getting your Brisbane Kids’ hair cut and avoiding the smells and other associations of hairdressing salons. Giggles and Scissors welcome Brisbane Kids with special needs such as sensory issues – you shouldn’t worry, because Pam won’t!

Kids who are anxious about haircuts

My child REALLY doesn’t like haircuts…

This is a lot more common than you probably know, and this is why Giggles and Scissors offer haircuts in the comfort of your child’s home.

The biggest help in this situation is understanding that when a child goes near a pair of scissors, the first reaction from a parent is “NO”, “don’t touch”, “they will cut you”, “hurt you”, “ouchy” and so on… But what happens when you take them into a hairdressing salon? They are placed in front of a mirror, told to sit still while a stranger (in most cases) waves a pair of sharp scissors around their face, ears and head. It is ok for your little one to be scared, upset or angry about haircuts. It won’t last forever and when they get past that “fear” it usually won’t return! The most important thing is that you educate them why they need to get haircuts and that no matter how much they may not like it, it’s something that just has to be done.

Parents’ haircuts

Can I have my hair cut while you’re here to do my child’s? Absolutely! Giggles and Scissors has a “word of mouth” home salon in north Brisbane. Pam has been hairdressing for 11 years and 70% of her clients are adults. She understands how hard it can be getting out of the house for “you” time, so chat to Pam about it when you make your child’s appointment.

For more info regarding Giggles and Scissors’ mobile haircut pricing, please visit their website. Whilst Pam services most of Brisbane, please check if she covers your area. If not, she has a home studio where she can see you.

To find out more, please visit the Giggles and Scissors website.

Trust Marie Ramos Photography to capture the essence of your loved ones and create an exquisite work of art that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Maternity and Newborn Photography Sessions

Celebrate the miracle of life with Marie Ramos Photography’s maternity and newborn sessions. Marie understands the importance of this special time, and aims to create a comfortable and nurturing environment for expectant parents and their little ones. From showcasing the beauty of pregnancy to capturing those precious early days of a newborn’s life, her team’s expertise in posing, lighting, and storytelling will ensure breathtaking images that will be cherished forever. You can combine a Maternity and Newborn session with their Bump to Baby Bundles.

Baby Sessions

Celebrate the innocence and beauty of your little one; from capturing adorable smiles to those tiny, precious details that will result in stunning images that reflect the joy and wonder of this fleeting stage. When it comes to capturing the milestones of your baby’s first year, Marie and her team will create timeless portraits that you will cherish for a lifetime. Their patience, creativity, and ability to connect with infants make each session a memorable and heartwarming experience for the whole family.

Family Portraits by Marie Ramos Photography

Create timeless memories with your loved ones through Marie Ramos Photography’s family portrait sessions. Whether you want to commemorate a milestone, capture the bond between generations, or simply freeze a fleeting moment in time, Marie and her team will deliver stunning images that reflect your family’s unique personality and connections. Their relaxed and natural approach will put everyone at ease, resulting in authentic and heartfelt photographs.

Baby Imprint Sessions

You can choose an Imprint Only session or add the Imprinting Session to any photography session. There is no limit to the age for imprinting. They have imprinted Newborns from 1 day old all the way up to great-grandparents.

Wall Art and Products

Transform your space with Marie Ramos Photography’s collection of Wall Art and products. From archival-quality prints to custom albums and wall art, Marie offers a range of options to display and preserve your favourite images. With their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality, you can trust that each piece is crafted to perfection, allowing you to enjoy your cherished memories in a tangible and lasting form.

Enquire & Book with Marie Ramos Photography

Ready to embark on your photography journey with Marie Ramos? Visit the website’s “Contact Us” section to get started. Whether you have questions about pricing, availability, or want to discuss your specific photography needs, the team at Marie Ramos Photography is dedicated to providing personalised attention and ensuring your experience is seamless from start to finish. Take the first step towards capturing your precious moments with Marie Ramos Photography.

Testimonials

“Truly, it was a pleasure to have Marie photograph our daughter Mae. Thank you Marie for making it feel so safe and warm and memorable. You are amazing! Much Love” – KATE RITCHIE (Australian Actress, Author & Media Personality)

“Big Thank you to the Ladies at the Brisbane Studio for making our First Family photos experience the best. Our photos and imprints are amazing. The ladies helped us out so much. Hopefully we can take our next baby to them too.” – KELSI CHAPMAN

“Our photographer definitely made us feel very comfortable from the first greeting to us leaving really easy to deal with and when we received our photos we were blown away with the quality and attention to detail would highly recommend.” – AMI FAAMAUSILI

To find out more, please visit the Marie Ramos Photography website.