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Screen time or scream time?

Thanks Daddy Albo, but we’ve got this parenting thing covered

Perhaps the social media ban for under 16s is really a trick to get parents to do their jobs. Let’s hope it works.

  • Parnell Palme McGuinness

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Christmas wrappers come in different shapes and sizes but for some, it’s their time to shine.

An outsourcer or a crafty creative: What kind of present wrapper are you?

Among some people, Christmas wrapping is a creative expression of their love but for others, it’s just another job to tick off the list.

  • Robyn Willis
Not the North Pole but, quite possibly, the real-deal Santa.

What to do when your child plays detective to unmask Santa

If you are accused of being Santa, perhaps diffuse the crisis by answering a question with a question.

  • Melissa Coburn
Nina Stocker (left) and Kate Day: “I can’t even separate her as a friend and as a sister-in-law any more,” Nina says. “We’re just family.”

‘I didn’t care which one I kissed!’ The friends who married identical twins

Friends Nina Stocker and Kate Day became sisters-in-law when they fell in love with twin brothers, despite always thinking they had different tastes in men.

  • Susan Horsburgh
Dementia is more common in women than men in Australia. Staying socially active is a key to positive health outcomes.

Dementia is becoming more common. These strategies can make it less distressing

Christmas is a time to bring loved ones together. For someone with dementia, events with many people and high spirits can be bewildering, but leaving them out can be worse. Here’s how to handle it.

  • Robyn Willis
Grudges can go on for years but are they worth holding onto?

This behaviour can permanently damage relationships. Why do we do it so often?

It’s the time of year when people start talking about peace on earth. So why do so many of us hold on to a grievance – and when should we let it go?

  • Paula Goodyer
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Melissa Reader: When my husband, Mauro, was dying of cancer, we had no conversations and no guidance to prepare us.

My husband didn’t plan the end of his life – I don’t want that for anyone else

Very few of us have made decisions about our final days. It’s not just a missed opportunity; it’s a collective blindness.

  • Melissa Reader
Some dishwashers last longer than others. But it’s not all about the brands.

The 40-year-old dishwasher and other kitchen miracles

How long is reasonable to expect a major appliance like your dishwasher to last? Sometimes, a major appliance’s worth cannot be measured in years.

  • Jenna Price
As soon as you think you have caught up with Gen Z language, another word appears. And that’s the point.

Frustrated by your tweens saying ‘6-7’? That’s the point

Teens have always created their own language, and adults have always struggled to keep up. But it could be serving a positive purpose (even if it’s driving you nuts).

  • Callie Holtermann
From office parties to end of year school events, the round of social engagements can feel overwhelming.

Another end of year event to go to? Why it’s (really) OK to say no

From school concerts to family lunches, it’s a busy time of year for social activities. But not every event will fill your cup.

  • Shona Hendley

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