What do I do when a child has set one of their friends against another?
Q: What do I do when a preschool child has set one of their friends against another?
12 life lessons your children need to learn
With all the distraction and overstimulation that devices bring, children are not building up useful “reservoirs of knowledge” they can draw on in coming years.
Dear mum with that noisy kid in church
“I notice the wriggles and giggles, the crawling under the pews. I notice the growing pile of crumbs and wrappers.”
Kids playing sports? Here are 5 things you shouldn’t do
As parents navigating the ups and downs of the sporting world, what are some of the opportunities to grasp, priorities to hold onto and dangers to avoid?
Raising girls to understand consent
A few years ago, a man serving me coffee in my regular cafe said to my young daughter, Violet, “Give us a kiss.”
Your child can be a lot of things, but preferably not this
Responsible, achievement-oriented and highly principled . . . this is the kind of child most parents dream of, until you discover the downside.
Four types of boys and how they respond
Ever feel like you’re speaking a different language to your son? Discover the four personality types and how to how to finally get through.
Why this bedtime chart is dividing mums online
Some mums are saying this chart is putting unnecessary pressure on parents, while others are swearing by it.
Why your child should have an early bedtime
The benefits of getting your kid to bed early go beyond a brief moment of “you-time” after they’ve gone to sleep. It has the potential to give them a healthy head start too.
How to avoid shame-based parenting
Are you shaming your child? Many parents are unknowingly shaming their children, and this can result in negative long-term effects.
Why your child doesn’t listen—and how to get them to
Evidence suggests pretence can help children take on others’ perspectives and stay on track more.
Parenting a toddler? Simply step back and watch, study recommends
Parents reported significantly lower stress levels, with more confidence and a better understanding of their children’s capabilities.