Wellbeing

Our super list of great ideas for kids at home
Play the new Science Island game, learn how to juggle, plus fun activities from The Gruffalo books – all new on our updated list of ideas for kids of all ages, curated from around the world.

Andrew Fuller: Ideas for moving from stressed to strong
We've been through a lot, and there's more to come. Clinical psychologist Andrew Fuller offers some inspiring ideas to help us cope in these trying times.

Best of the Web: Why we all needed Some Good News
How John Krasinski's Some Good News brought joy to our lives, why kids need forts more than ever, Bill Gates gives his book and TV show recommendations, and a podcast with tips on fussy eaters.

Home, not alone: How we became Risk-adverse
Getting the board game of Risk seemed like such a good idea, writes Ruairi O’Duil. Then things fell apart.

My Tiny Humans: Six things isolation has reminded me
With two tiny humans in the house, isolation is reminding Natalie Moutafis of some important lessons – including children are like puppies, and ‘staying at home’ fun.

Michael Grose: Forget the parenting rule book, and create your own
Our life in the family cocoon gives parents a chance to rethink their old habits, writes leading parent educator Michael Grose.

The Bargaining Phase – are we there yet? Andrew Fuller on supporting young people through the coronavirus
Young people have done the right thing, now they want some freedom. Clinical psychologist Andrew Fuller provides some strategies to deal with this next phase of life at home, in the third instalment of his series.

How to help Year 12 students get through a tough year
Keeping a routine, maintaining perspective, and staying connected - these are some of the ideas from University of Melbourne experts for families to support their Year 12 students, writes Joe Sullivan.

Home, but not alone: Headstands, laughter, and how we’re getting connected
Headstands in stretch and strength lessons on the screen are part of getting connected in the new normal, writes Ruairi O’Duil in his latest wellbeing blog.