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 […]
Part 2 – Why won’t my child listen to me? – The doing challenge
Need to know You’re now thinking about and trying out some of the strategies for getting your child to “listen” listed in Part 1, but this […]
Part 1 – Why won’t my child listen to me?
Do you have to repeat yourself to your child multiple times only to be ignored time and time again? You are not alone – one […]
Ideas to occupy primary school aged kids while working from home
Need to know: How to occupy your kids while you work from home Activities for children Caring for kids while working from home creates a […]
Managing sibling fighting
Need to know: A look at how to manage sibling fighting. We provide tips and strategies and look at some genuine problem solving tools. Sibling […]
Is your kid’s messiness driving you crazy?
Need to know: How to help your kids keep their bedroom clean The occasional messy room or desk can be a common sight in many […]