After a recent video surfaced showing a schoolkid traumatised by parent-sanctioned punishment, we ask…can third party punishment ever be justified?
Film Review: Amy – A moving, breathing epitaph
Maria Tedeschi watched the tragically muted Amy Winehouse speak again in the documentary Amy and while Winehouse remains enigmatic, her talent lives on.
Smiling Babies study: A mother’s view of science
With today being World Smile Day, Maria Tedeschi lends a mother’s view on the scientific study behind the smiling habits of babies.
Smugness in Children: A mothers view
As Willow & Jaden Smith’s influence grows in Hollywood, we asked mum Maria Tedeschi whether she thought smugness in kids was an issue.
The homeless – A nine-year-old’s guide to helping
Maria Tedeschi learns a valuable lesson about the homeless from her son Christian – that anyone can help, even a nine-year-old. #OutoftheHeartsofBabes
S&M: Shelving of 18C changes – gone or just gone for now?
Maria Tedeschi, outspoken in opposition to the proposed 18c changes, joins many others (Tim Wilson? Ah, no) in applauding the “leader’s call” on the contentious issue.
Punishing mothers is no fix for childcare system
Maria Tedeschi is concerned by Minister Ley’s comments on childcare – how will forcing stay-at-home mothers to return to work fix the system?
Brandis will rip heart out of Racial Discrimination Act
Not wanting to live in the “not-so-lucky country”, Maria Tedeschi urges Attorney General George Brandis to not alter the Racial Discrimination Act.
PPL: having kids is not a lifestyle choice
Maria Tedeschi approaches the ‘taxing’ issue of why women deserve a full Paid Parental Leave (PPL) scheme.
