When children learn they’re neurodivergent, it can be tricky to explain it to them. Here is how to share the diagnosis in a way that helps them thrive. Has your child received a neurodivergent diagnosis? With early development screening on the rise, autism and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) are being diagnosed more often – […]
Author Archives: Jenna Meade
Emotional dysregulation: what’s really happening when you lose it
If you tend to fly off the handle and struggle to find equilibrium after an outburst, it could be a sign of emotional dysregulation. Here’s why it happens – and what to do when emotions surge. We all experience unpleasant emotions. It’s part of the human condition to feel anger, irritability, jealousy and anxiety. But if you’re frequently overwhelmed […]
The emotional crash no one warns you about after a diagnosis – and how to move forward
A new diagnosis can bring more than relief to finally have an answer. Here’s what you need to know to help you move forward. You’ve spent months – maybe even years – researching symptoms, pushing for referrals and fighting to be taken seriously. You expect relief after finally getting a diagnosis for a condition such […]
Tapping into trauma – techniques to heal from the inside out
Flashbacks and panic attacks can show up years after distressing events. These techniques may help you heal from the inside out. Trauma can live in the body long after a distressing event has passed. While some people may recover quickly, others might experience symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, addiction and people pleasing decades later. “Many […]
Five ways to help love thrive in your ADHD relationship
More Australians are being diagnosed with ADHD. When it shows up in a relationship, there are tools to help the connection survive – and thrive. Unfinished projects, lost keys and impatience were hints of ADHD early in my relationship with John. It wasn’t until we had our son and were thrown into the pressure cooker of new parenthood that […]
Breathing your way to a better life (radio interview)
A radio interview by ABC Radio National The benefits of conscious breathing techniques can be life changing. From bringing down stress levels and making for better sleep, to harnessing energy and improving intimacy. Emma Power is a relationships and wellness educator and Jenna Meade a wellness and travel journalist, together they have written ‘Follow Your […]
Why more Aussies are delaying pregnancy and parenthood – and the risks involved
More of us are postponing parenthood. Why are we waiting longer to have kids? Have you delayed having children? If you have, you’re part of a growing trend. Australian women are having fewer children and having them later in life, according to data released in 2023 from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). And this is […]
How to mindfully manage a child’s meltdown
Tensions can escalate quickly during tantrums. Experts explain how mindfulness can help parents find their calm, not lose their cool. Whether it is a showdown at the supermarket or an emotional outburst at home, the walls can feel like they’re closing in during a child’s tantrum. But by bringing mindfulness to the meltdown, parents can […]
Save your slumber with a sleep divorce
Up all night due to your partner’s snoring, restlessness or conflicting bedtime schedule? Experts share why sleep divorce may be the slumber solution of your dreams. If your partner’s night-time habits are disrupting your shut-eye, sleep divorce may be the saviour that helps you rest easy. The concept is simple. A couple chooses to retreat […]
How to teach kids mindfulness at home
Add rest and resilience to your family’s routine with these peaceful practices. Introducing mindfulness into your home benefits both little and big minds. By teaching our kids to pay attention to the present, we equip them with skills to boost their emotional and physical wellbeing. They’ll have the mental tools to navigate change and challenges, build […]