Thoughtful stories and simple truths about parenting, play, and perspective — with plenty of mud, mess, and heart along the way.
Mess, Musings + Muddy Puddles
Little Hands in the Kitchen, Big Benefits
Encouraging kids to participate in cooking from a young age helps lay the groundwork for lifelong skills. It becomes a healthy habit early on promotes independence as they further develop.
Little Hands in the Kitchen, Big Benefits
Encouraging kids to participate in cooking from a young age helps lay the groundwork for lifelong skills. It becomes a healthy habit early on promotes independence as they further develop.
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Ages 1–4
They say “it goes so fast” — and it’s true. As my daughter turns one, I’m reflecting on the beauty of this past year and the magic that lies ahead....
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Ages 1–4
They say “it goes so fast” — and it’s true. As my daughter turns one, I’m reflecting on the beauty of this past year and the magic that lies ahead....
What a Wait for Dinner, a Scrunched-Up Receipt,...
By Sarah | Educator, Creative and Mum As I sit here watching my kids play with my husband’s childhood marbles and jigsaw puzzles, after a full morning in the creek...
What a Wait for Dinner, a Scrunched-Up Receipt,...
By Sarah | Educator, Creative and Mum As I sit here watching my kids play with my husband’s childhood marbles and jigsaw puzzles, after a full morning in the creek...
The Push, the Pull, and the Purpose: Navigating...
Returning to work after baby? Staying home for a while? Wherever you are in your journey, the balance between motherhood and career is never simple. In this post, Amy reflects...
The Push, the Pull, and the Purpose: Navigating...
Returning to work after baby? Staying home for a while? Wherever you are in your journey, the balance between motherhood and career is never simple. In this post, Amy reflects...
Mess, Musings + Muddy Puddles Why We’re Strippi...
Behind ELM Kids & Co. are two mums — an OT and a teacher — trying to create something meaningful without burning out.In this honest reflection, we share why we’re...
Mess, Musings + Muddy Puddles Why We’re Strippi...
Behind ELM Kids & Co. are two mums — an OT and a teacher — trying to create something meaningful without burning out.In this honest reflection, we share why we’re...
"Daycare Drop-Off and the Heartbreak of Goodbye...
Starting daycare with my almost eleven-month-old was harder than I expected — even with all my experience as a paediatric OT. She clung to me, cried at goodbye songs, and...
"Daycare Drop-Off and the Heartbreak of Goodbye...
Starting daycare with my almost eleven-month-old was harder than I expected — even with all my experience as a paediatric OT. She clung to me, cried at goodbye songs, and...