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.
Tag: Parenting
Teaching your child to ride a bike? Start here
Everything you need to know as a parent when your child starts to learn to ride a bike. Here's how to get them off those training wheels.
Night terrors in children: What you can do
Night terrors are very different to your child having a nightmare. How does it happen and how can you help your child? We have the answers.
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.
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.
Teaching kids about money: 8 savvy ways
These eight tips from a wealth advisor will ensure you teach your kids good money habits that will last a lifetime.
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.
What a teacher really thinks about school reports
School report season is almost upon us. But do they really serve a purpose? One teacher says no.
When your child prefers one parent
It's awkward, challenging and can make one parent feel embarrassed or unwanted. Why do kids prefer one parent and how do you deal with it?
When another kid is mean to your kid
How do you deal with another child being mean to your child? Here are the 6 things you should do—and no, it doesn't involve in stepping in.
I found a lump in my breast after my son was born
Raising children is hard enough, but throw a cancer diagnosis into the mix and the challenge is taken to a whole new level.