We have compiled a long list of ideas, links and fun activities for kids to help inspire you and your family during these long days at home. We hope that you find new and exciting things to do so that you might find ways to enjoy this extended time at home. Something Physical Online exercise…
Many families are starting to think about new and creative alternatives to Halloween. They are starting to turn Halloween on its head and make it a day to celebrate things they’re thankful for, connect with their friends and neighbours and contribute to the community in a meaningful way. We have developed 10 fun family alternatives…
School can be exhausting for children, which is why we have collated these 60 calm down activities for kids. It’s your go-to guide for after school strategies when you sense your child is feeling overwhelmed and in need of some relaxation. Are you a Mum living in the Blue Mountain region? Join our Blue Mountains…
Reading 1,000 books with a child prior to beginning school is said to prepare them for a lifetime of learning and a love of reading. So whether you are searching for gift ideas for your own baby, a baby shower or other celebration, our list of favourite books for babies and toddlers will provide a…
The first time expectant parents walk into a baby store to choose a child restraint, they are often overwhelmed and confused with the sheer number of restraints on the market. However, it doesn’t have to be complicated to make the right decision. Local Dad and Blue Mountain’s most trusted child restraint installer, Luke Begg, answers…
Choosing a Blue Mountains School Whether you are new to the Blue Mountains and considering where you may like to live or looking to choose between a private or public school, it can feel a little overwhelming knowing where to start when choosing a Blue Mountains school for your child. Booking a school tour and…
In our new ‘Inspiring Local Mum’ feature we look forward to meeting everyday inspiring Mums throughout the Blue Mountains who are involved in their local community and have pearls of motherly wisdom for us all to learn from. No matter where we are on our parenting journey there is always something we can teach others…
Blue Mountains Mums have revealed our insider’s list of the top FREE STEM websites for kids that your children will love! As we all know, education isn’t limited to the classroom between 9 and 3. Telling children what they need to know and how they should learn hardly fosters creative and critical thinking skills. Thankfully,…
Blue Mountains Mums have revealed their insider’s list of the top FREE STEM websites for kids that your children will love! STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) is gaining incredible momentum in education, and for good reason! STEM provides amazing opportunities for our children to solve real-world challenges and problems. To inspire and intrigue our…
Are you looking for unique baby names? Perhaps you don’t want your child to be one of three children in their class with the same name. So Blue Mountains Mums did a little extra digging around for you and found the most popular baby names in the Blue Mountains. If you’re after a name that’s…
In our new ‘Inspiring Local Mum’ feature we look forward to meeting everyday inspiring Mums throughout the Blue Mountains who are involved in their local community and have pearls of motherly wisdom for us all to learn from. No matter where we are on our parenting journey there is always something we can teach others…
Reading to your children enriches their vocabulary, opens up their imaginations and develops vital literacy skills. Children pick up on what you read and how you read – your intonation, expression and how you respond to punctuation. There are so many beautiful children’s books to choose from so visit your local library and snuggle up to make reading a memorable experience in your family that your children will remember always.
Blue Mountains Mums have compiled a list of your go-to ‘Late night chemists Blue Mountains and beyond’ so that you are not stuck for medicine when you need it the most.* *While we do our best to keep all of our details up to date, sometimes stores amend their opening hours. We suggest calling your…
JUST IN – To give families with young children and babies an extra incentive to start going to playgroup, Playgroup NSW are offering FREE five year Playgroup NSW membership to all families with children up to five years.
The time has come and you are feeling mixed emotions as you prepare to send your child to preschool. He or she may already be in a daycare setting but you would still like to do your due diligence by looking at other local preschools. You might be new to the Blue Mountains and have…