CCS and Tax Time: What Milestones Families Need to Know After 30 June
The end of the financial year tends to sneak up on most of us. But if your family receives the Child Care Subsidy, there’s a little more to EOFY than just tracking down receipts. Each year, Services Australia balances your CCS, reconciling what you received against what you were actually entitled to. For most families, the process is straightforward. Knowing what to expect, and what to do, means no surprises.
Is My Toddler Late Talking? What Parents Need to Know About Speech Development
If you’ve found yourself quietly counting your toddler’s words, or wondering how they compare to other children at the park, you’re not alone. Concerns about language development are among the most common things families share with us, and they make complete sense. Communication is so central to who we are.
Fussy Eaters and Childcare: What’s Normal, What Helps, and How We Support Variety at the Table
If your little one pushes peas to the side of the plate, refuses what they happily ate last Tuesday, or survives entire weeks on what feels like three foods, you are in very good company. Fussy eating is one of the most common, and most exhausting, challenges of early childhood. At Milestones, it’s something our educators see and support every single day. Here’s what the experts say is actually normal, what we do at the table to gently encourage variety, and what you can try at home too.
When Should I Enrol My Child in Childcare?
Whether you’re newly pregnant, on parental leave, or simply starting to think about returning to work, the question of when to enrol your child in childcare comes up sooner than most families expect. The honest answer? Earlier than you’d think. This guide walks you through when to start looking, how waitlists work, what to ask on a centre tour, and what to expect when the big day finally arrives.
Tips From an Educator to Help Your Child Sleep Better
If sleep has felt unpredictable, exhausting, or even overwhelming lately, you’re not alone.
Many parents of babies, toddlers and preschoolers go through phases where sleep seems to unravel just as it starts to feel settled. Night wakings return. Bedtimes stretch out. Naps change or disappear. It can leave you wondering whether you’re doing something wrong, or whether you should be “fixing” something.
Summer Is Coming: Helping Your Family Stay Sun-Safe This Season
There’s something special about an Australian summer – longer days, outdoor adventures, and plenty of time spent in the sunshine. As the warmer months approach, sun safety becomes more important than ever, especially for young children whose skin is extra sensitive.
Holiday Hustle? How Casual Child Care Days Can Help You Stay Sane This Silly Season
The end of the year always seems to arrive in a blur – work deadlines, school concerts, Christmas shopping, family get-togethers, and a never-ending list of things to do. If you’ve ever wished for just one extra set of hands (or a few quiet hours), you’re not alone.
Screens & Under-5s: The Current Australian Guidelines (and Easy Swaps)
If you’ve ever handed your toddler a tablet so you could cook dinner in peace, you’re far from alone. Screens are part of modern family life, especially when you’re balancing work, meals and bedtime routines. What matters most isn’t striving for zero screen time, but finding a healthy balance that leaves space for movement, play and rest.
Fresh, Healthy & Delicious: Our New Spring Menu at Milestones
At Milestones, we believe that good nutrition is the foundation for happy, healthy learning. That’s why every season, our chefs and educators work with Feed Australia, a leading menu planning platform, to design meals that are balanced, child-friendly, and full of flavour.
Toilet Training: Top Tips from Our Educators (and What to Expect Along the Way)
Toilet training is a milestone in every toddler’s journey, and often just as big for parents! At Milestones Early Learning, we know it can feel overwhelming at first. With the right support, patience, and encouragement, this stage can become a positive and confidence-building experience for your child.