How long kids want to spend with their parents—and it’s longer than you think
New research reveals young people believe significant adults in their lives don't listen to them. Here's how you can change that.
Tag: Connecting & behaviour
What to do when my child is out-of-control
Learning to do this will have you yelling less and able to set confident boundaries, and it will help you meet your child’s emotional needs.
Baby poo colours and why they are important
Our handy baby poo colour chart will tell you exactly what your newborn may need or have too much of in their bodies.
The idea of schoolies freaking you out? Here’s what to say instead
If the thought of your teen heading off to schoolies is causing you anxiety, here are some tools to help you—and them—cope.
6 ways to encourage your kids to dream big
To blaze their own dazzling path, kids must first believe in themselves. Here are 6 ways parents can support their big dreams.
7 issues our boys face today and how to help them
An evidence-based approach to developing seven core principles all boys need to grow up confident, healthy and liking themselves.
Developmental milestones: Is your child meeting them?
Parents need to consciously keep track of developmental milestones in case of developmental delays that need to be monitored by a healthcare provider.
How positive behaviour support can benefit your child
Positive behaviour support is a gentle approach that will encourage a positive change in your child's behaviour—and it doesn't involve time-outs or …
Loving your child during the terrible twos
The so-called terrible twos, or toddler tantrums, can be as overwhelming as it is normal. Here's how to survive the stage.
My child has started swearing
Kids start swearing at different ages for various reasons. Here are some age-appropriate ways to handle the situation.
Want to be a great parent? Read this
In his new book, The Parenting Revolution, Dr Justin Coulson looks at a parenting style nobody has considered and explains why it matters.
Developing social skills for children in a post-COVID world
5 tips to help develop social skills for children in your "COVID baby" that will enable them to build meaningful relationships.