Family

Play Your Way to Baby Brain Development

Sep 24, 2025

Did you know your baby’s brain is growing faster right now than it ever will again? The first five years are a whirlwind of learning, discovery and development, and play is one of the best ways to support it. That’s why Outback Futures created Play & Grow, a free resource…

Helping your child cope after a disaster

Apr 1, 2025

Natural disasters and tragic events can be unsettling for everyone, especially babies and young children. After a disaster, you might notice your child: These are normal reactions to stress, and with reassurance and stability, your child will begin to feel safe again. Ways you can help your child cope after…

3 ways to get ready for the school year  

Jan 9, 2025

For many of us, school holidays are a wonderful time for a more relaxed rhythm in our days, without having to worry about packing lunch boxes, or getting out the door on time. But kids can also thrive with certainty and security of their school routine. Whether your kids head…

Grief and loss resources for you and your community

Nov 22, 2024

When tragedy happens in a small community, the impact is often felt by many, and there is both an individual and shared sense of loss and grief. Grief is a journey, and it can be helpful to know that there is no one way to grieve – it looks different…

Start the school year strong

Jan 30, 2024

Want to help your kids start the school year strong? Here’s four ways to set up for a positive and successful year. Join the Outback Futures team for this webinar recording and learn 4 ways you can help your kids and teens start the school year strong: Part way through the school year?…

4 ways to support someone through grief 

Oct 10, 2023

Grief is something we all experience – and not just when someone we know dies.  Grief is an emotion our kids and teens can experience when change and life transitions happen – maybe moving somewhere new, transitioning into high school, a sibling going to boarding school, friends moving away, or…

The value of values for our kids and teens 

Sep 26, 2023

Knowing their values can help our children make choices and decisions, and bounce forward through tough times.  In a world full of options and opportunity, helping our kids and teens know their values is a great way to set them up for making choices and decisions. In this webinar our psychologist Gavin…

Building connection with your loved ones 

Aug 31, 2023

Maintaining a sense of closeness and connection with people is vital for our overall wellbeing Join the Outback Futures team and learn 4 ways to build connection with your loved ones. 1. Quality time – share time and space 2. Open and honest conversations – be curious 3. Know your family values – together…

5 ways to unlock your child’s potential 

Aug 31, 2023

Helping our kids build a growth mindset is a key way to help unlock their potential.  Encouraging our kids to build a growth mindset helps them bounce forward through tough times. In this webinar, Maree, one of our speech pathologists, shares 5 ways to encourage a growth mindset and help…

Helping kids manage their emotions 

Aug 31, 2023

Knowing how to manage our emotions is a valuable life skill for all of us, especially our kids and teens.   When we help our children understand the different emotions they experience, why they occur, and how to handle them, they’re empowered to navigate tough times with confidence. In this webinar…