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Author: Rach Whytcross

Rach is an outdoor enthusiast, traveller, yogi, active lifestyle influencer, storyteller, passionate teacher, avid adventurer and wellness advocate who is happiest when immersed in nature.
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New Sibling Transition, Toddler Behaviour

My Toddler Keeps Hitting the Baby — What Do I Do?

August 28, 2026July 28, 2026 Rach Whytcross

Toddler hitting the new baby? Here are practical, in-the-moment scripts plus the nervous system reason behind it, so you can respond calmly and keep everyone safe.

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Parent and child hugging after a tough moment—modeling rupture and repair. Listen to our podcast episode with Natalie Olson to learn all about repair and rupture at www.shineom.com.au/podcast
Nervous System Regulation, New Sibling Transition, Podcast Companion

What to Do After You’ve Already Snapped: The Repair Toolkit

August 21, 2026July 28, 2026 Rach Whytcross

Already lost your patience today? Here's a simple, judgment-free repair process for reconnecting with your kids after a hard moment, inspired by nervous system science.

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New Sibling Transition, Toddler Behaviour

Why Does My Toddler Suddenly Hate the New Baby?

August 14, 2026July 28, 2026 Rach Whytcross

Your toddler seems to hate the new baby overnight? Here's what's really going on in their nervous system — and why it's not dislike, and not your fault.

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Nervous System Regulation, New Sibling Transition, Podcast Companion

Self-Care for Mums of Two: Why ‘Just Take a Bath’ Doesn’t Cut It Anymore

August 7, 2026July 28, 2026 Rach Whytcross

The self-care advice that worked with one child often falls apart with two. Here's what actually helps when you have a toddler and a newborn and zero spare time.

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New Sibling Transition, The Joyful Parenting Project, Toddler Behaviour

Is It Normal for a Toddler to Have a Regression After a New Sibling?

July 31, 2026July 28, 2026 Rach Whytcross

Potty training undone, sleep falling apart, tantrums back? Here's why toddler regression after a new sibling is normal — and what the real timeline looks like.

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Shine Om acknowledges the Ngunnawal people, the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, connect, and play. We pay our respects to the past, present, and emerging elders.

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Canberra, Australia