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.
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.
How to help your shy toddler socialise
Q: My 16-month-old daughter is very shy around other toddlers. She’s not very good at playing with or near other kids, but is fine when other adults around. When we go out, she’s fine with us, but seems to get quite upset with other children coming into her space. What can I do?
Speech and language development at home
Are you worried that your child may have delayed speech and language development or may not be developing clear speech and language normally?
5 easy ways to teach children compassion and empathy
Raising children with the ability to empathise is key in creating a kinder, more compassionate and loving world.
The most effective parenting style
There are four types of parenting styles in the twenty-first century, and a number of studies on parenting styles have been conducted.
How to teach your child patience
With everything at our fingertips, how do our children learn the great art of waiting?
Age-appropriate chores: 5 ways to get your kids started
Let’s talk about why children should be doing the family chores from a young age and how to get them started. Make sure you read to the end for our list of age appropriate chores for kids aged two to teens.
Help! I have a hyperactive child!
Q: Help! What is the solution for a two-year-old boy being hyperactive?
How to raise emotionally intelligent children
What is emotional intelligence? And how do I teach my child to understand and regulate their emotions in a healthy way?
How to handle a clingy child
Q: How do I get my clingy 19-month-old to detach from mum and a bit more onto dad? If I’m unavailable, he’s fine, but I’m his preference. Dad is doing his best to meet our toddler’s needs but he just isn’t interested!
Weaning your baby from breastfeeding
Annabel Karmel is the lady behind the toddler-friendly ready meals you find in the supermarkets.