Lauren Ferrone

How to tell if your child is neurodivergent

Every child develops at their own pace—but sometimes, differences in communication, movement, play or sensory processing can suggest a child may benefit from additional support. At OTFC (Occupational Therapy for Children), the team regularly works with families who are navigating this path for the first time.
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The lunch box snack your kiddo will actually eat

Packing snacks that just come back home untouched is a struggle every parent knows all too well. How many half-eaten bars and sad fruit slices does it take before you throw your hands up? Refil Snack Bars are making that problem a little easier to solve.
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Recipe: Garlic Mushrooms & Sage Parpadelle

Here's a delish dish for the adults, who no doubt need to fuel their energy to keep up with the kiddos these holidays! Tip: Find premium-quality mushrooms at The Mushroom Man, at the Adelaide Central Market!
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An intergenerational playgroup to check out these holidays 

Looking for a meaningful activity to enjoy with your little ones? Helping Hand's The Learning Tree is an intergenerational playgroup where children aged 0-5 and aged care residents come together to share laughter, stories, and play.
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How to detox your pantry

We get it, the idea of detoxing your pantry can feel a bit much. You’re busy, the kids are hungry all the time and who has the energy to decipher ingredient lists? But here’s the thing, reducing additives doesn’t have to mean giving up everything you love or turning into a full-blown label-reading robot.
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The place to spend the ‘crafternoon’ these spring school holidays

Tucked behind a pink door in Malvern, in a leafy pocket of Adelaide buffered by a café and a bakery, lives a studio bursting with pom poms, paint pots and party magic. Welcome to Crafternoon Co, where creativity is queen, glitter is always on standby, and fun is firmly on the agenda.
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Pedal for a purpose: Join Tour de Kids this October

This October, families across Australia are invited to take part in Tour de Kids 2025, a fun virtual cycling challenge supporting the work of the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
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What’s on the menu for young people in South Australia?

“I want more doughnuts. And everyone to be happy. And everyone to have food so no one’s hungry.”
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Next stop… Sushi Train!

What’s the secret to making mealtime fun and stress-free? It’s Sushi Train! Combining delish sushi, a playful atmosphere, and kid-friendly features, it’s time to grab your kiddos, your friends, and your appetite!
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Recipe: Potato, Goats cheese, & herb frittata

Frittata is a great dish for making ahead, as it’s delicious hot and cold. It’s perfect for relaxed entertaining and is a satisfying addition for a lunchbox.
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Free family event: Trucks on Tour 2025

Get ready for a trucktacular day out the whole family will love! The City of Onkaparinga’s hugely popular Trucks on Tour event is back and set to roll into Wilfred Taylor Reserve, Morphett Vale on Friday 10 October 2025.
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Explore regional South Australia with Nature Festival 2025 

This spring, Nature Festival 2025 is calling on families across South Australia to trade screens for streams and playgrounds for paddocks, with an incredible line-up of nature-based kids' events from the coast to the country — and everywhere in between.
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New clothing donations for KickStart for Kids’ October Camp

South Australian not-for-profit organisation, KickStart for Kids, is calling for urgent clothing donations for children aged 5–12 years old ahead of the October Camp KickStart.
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Roll up, roll up: Yo-Chi launches fun house for the holidays

These school holidays, Yo-Chi is bringing back the wonder and excitement of old-school carnivals and circuses with the launch of the Yo-Chi Fun House—and it's set to be a must-visit for families looking to add a sprinkle of magic to their break.
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How music can help your child regulate their emotions

Regulation is a bit of a buzzword in parenting and therapy circles, but what does it really mean? In simple terms, it’s your child’s ability to manage and respond to their emotions and surroundings. One surprisingly powerful tool for supporting regulation? Music.
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