Playgroup Nsw

Caring about others is something we all can do. You don't need to be an expert, just a good mate and a great listener.
Today is R U OK? Day, let's learn how to ask the simple question and what to do if people say they're not OK . https://vimeo.com/283591379

Playing in nature is not only fun but extremely beneficial for your baby. Read on for some creative and fun ideas to try out with your little explorer. http://bit.ly/2LvkT1L

Essential Baby & Toddler Show, presented by Wattle Health, the one place to go for everything on pregnancy, babies and toddlers is on in Sydney this September 21-23. This year marks our 10th Birthday and to celebrate we're giving you the chance to WIN $10,000 in prizes between now and the Show!
Register FREE now and stay informed https://tickets.lup.com.au/baby-toddler-s how-syd-2018

Come to our play area at Newcastle Baby Collective Expo!

🔥Exciting Announcement 🔥
All Playgroup NSW’s members get a 6-month FREE Digital Membership with Small Ideas (NSW) Members can now enjoy: 50% off Playcentre’s 👍... 2 for 1 -jump, climb, bowl 👍 20% off Attractions 👍 Adults at Kids prices 👍 Hundreds of family friendly discounts 👍 Entertain the kids for less with Small Ideas! ➡What are you waiting for? It’s FREE! ❣Join thousands of families & Start Saving!
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What can be better for children than nature play?
Here are some quick and easy nature play ideas that you can adopt in your next wander outside. http://bit.ly/2LBCllu

Hey Dad, your bub has something to say

The theme for September is Nature Play. Stay tuned for our nature inspired play ideas to try out with your child!

How many words should your child be able to say at 1/2/3 year(s) old? Watch out these language milestones suggested by an experienced Speech Pathologist Mum!
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Are you up for a picnic with live music?
Join this competition to win a free family pass (4 tickets) to Sydney Fringe Festival show, Who Plot Picnic Time. Simply tell us “ What is your number 1 picnic essential?” in the comment below and get a chance to win one of the two family passes plus lots of freebies from popular kids' bands: The Vegetable Plot, Angie Who and BENNY TIME. Competition closes at 12PM, 04/09/2018.
This competition is for all Play...group NSW members. Not a member yet, join us for free @ http://bit.ly/2w3TWgY
Who Plot Picnic Time will be held at St Johns Church Hall, Glebe on 08 Sep & 09 Sep 2018. More information about the show and ticket purchase, please go to https://sydneyfringe.com/buy-tickets?e=MT U3MTk
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Is there a good dose of screen time? Here are some expert tips on how to encourage kids to use technology in a healthy and constructive way http://bit.ly/2MeS37f

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Our dress up competition has been overloaded by amazingly cute entries that are sure to inspire your day. Let's revisit all the photos of our winners in dress-up action!
A copy of Cyril and Pat will be sent to each winner. About Cyril and Pat: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/978150985 7272/

Does your child love stories? Bet the answer is a big YES!
Well, let's make reading even more fun by playing out your child's favourite stories!
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... 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: You both will have the best reading fun ever!
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There are lots of benefits to playing with kids, as Paul Ramchandani (LEGO Professor of Play) explains. Show us your dad and child play and connect moments for a chance to win a bumper DUPLO prize pack. Competition closes end of Sunday (02 Sep 2018) There are three (3)x DUPLO packs to win so make sure that you maximize your chance by following these rules: ... - Photo of Dad and child playing any kind of activity= 1 entry - Video of Dad and child playing any kind of activity= 3 entries - Photo of Dad and child playing DUPLO= 3 entries - Video of Dad and Kid playing DUPLO= 6 entries
Dads - here’s to you this Father’s Day!
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Read and Win!
Ever wondered when to start reading to your child? Read on our latest eNewsletter for expert opinion on when and how to read to your child. Plus the bonus for reading is so cool, we have Zuru's Robo Alive and Protect-A-Bed as our sponsors for this edition's competition.
... Have a look at our eNewsletter to find out more http://www.playgroupnsw.org.au/empreview. aspx…
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To share or not to share?
With the wide adoption of social media nowadays, it’s just so easy to be caught up in sharent trap. Read on for expert tips on how to deal with this sharenting dilema.
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My 2 year old son attended a play group yesterday where another child's food was left unattended & accessible to all. Being 2, my son ate it before I even realised it was there and that it was a peanut butter sandwich. I followed our action plan however 2 hours later we were in the back of an ambulance, 4 hours in hospital.



I just spoke to your office where I received an incredibly unsatisfactory and quite indifferent response. I thought it my responsibility to notify of the incident and right to ask about nut free policies considering allergy awareness is actually listed as one of the benefits on your website.



I was interrupted constantly and told that nut free environments are 'impossible' and 'too hard to control' as playgroups are mums and volunteers. I was also told I needed to approach every parent & tell them my son had allergies. What if these were unknown as ours were until recently?



I am well aware that my son's welfare and his supervision is my responsibility. I see it as part of my advocacy for him, my role as a parent and my responsibility as an early education professional to write this post. The majority of schools, play centres, party places and child care centres manage & control nut free environments so surely groups of mum's & volunteers can do it too. In these times where allergies are on the increase, often undetected until it's too late this should change. At the very least inform families that you do not have nut free/allergy policies and what actions need to be taken by the families of children with allergies.