Smacking children: The only time you should do it
Physical punishments to correct our children’s behaviour can sometimes be seen as child abuse. You’d be surprised why there’s still a case for smacking.
Questions to ask kids that will get them talking about their day at school
We ask members of our Mums At The Table group to share their tips on questions to ask kids so they’ll open up about their day at school.
The 4 things my parents did wrong when raising me
As far as I am concerned, the example of my own parents led me to conclude that there are four things parents do wrong when raising, caring for and educating children.
My child almost drowned: What I want every parent to know about water safety for kids
Grace pointed out a koala in a nearby tree to her grandma and in those few seconds that she turned to look at it, the unthinkable happened.
Cyber safety: Keeping your children safe from predators
We talk to child cyber safety experts about the six things about our children we should never share online.
Children’s food allergies: Signs and symptoms
Find out more about the diagnosis, management and treatment of food allergies—and how you can help your children avoid them.
A teacher’s perspective on children’s milestones
This teacher reminds us that while developmental milestones for children are helpful, there’s something else that’s more important.
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.”
Developmental milestones checklist
Download our free printable to help you find out where your child should be in their development.
To the parent of the child who hurt mine
It may have been an accident or it may have been intentional . . . regardless, the damage has been done.
4 tips to handle a fussy eater, from a nutritionist
Is your child a fussy eater and refusing to eat certain foods? You’ll want to adopt these tools to help you combat fussy eating.
19 thrifty kids’ playtime tips your grandmother used that still work
Can’t keep track of your kids’ jigsaw puzzles? Want a mess-free paint time? How about the secret to larger, stronger bubbles?