Getting out the door on time and without tears
Need to know: Mornings get easier when you understand your child’s needs The struggle to get kids ready in the morning is common in many […]
Is my child’s tic something to be worried about?
Need to know Almost everyone has their certain habits, whether that’s smoothing down your hair, clearing your throat before you speak, or bouncing your leg. […]
Sneaking and hoarding food
Need to know Most developing kids go through phases of eating more than usual and this often accompanies a growth spurt. You may notice that […]
Will my child ever sleep in their own bed?
Need to know Co-sleeping is a wonderful nurturing experience for some families and many people support allowing the child to leave the family bed when […]
Board games and how they can help your child build skills
Need to know Board games can provide hours of entertainment for the whole family, but sometimes they can be at the centre of huge meltdowns. […]
A picky eater or something more?
Need to know Most kids go through a phase of picky eating. Even the most compliant of children may decide one day that they will […]
A child’s extreme emotions & Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
Need to know The term dysphoria comes from the Greek word for “unbearable”. Children and adults with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) experience extreme sensitivity to […]
Video games, meltdowns and healthy boundaries
Need to know Kids love to play video games and most parents struggle to limit access, causing endless arguments in many households. Regulating the use […]
Lying – how to deal with it and when to be concerned
Need to know The seriousness and implications of lying changes with a child’s stage of development. Children under 7 often enjoy telling tall tales and […]
New year, new class and teacher – how to prepare
Need to know – A guide to preparing your kids for the new school year. As a new school year approaches, kids and parents alike […]