One man shares his struggle with alcoholism and parenting a son with Down Syndrome. Continue reading “Shining a Positive Light on Down Syndrome”
12 fundamentals every 12 year old needs to know
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
A 12 year old is just on the cusp of becoming a teenager which means parents have a few more months to make sure the fundamentals are in place to help them transition to adulthood and survive the roller coaster ride ahead. Continue reading “12 fundamentals every 12 year old needs to know”
Volunteering Is Good for You – and Surprisingly, Your Kids Want to Do It Too!
By: Linda Lou
If you ever have trouble getting your kids to help out at home, you might be surprised by what you read next. Of 180,000 Australians students surveyed by Resilient Youth, 90% actually want to contribute to society. Continue reading “Volunteering Is Good for You – and Surprisingly, Your Kids Want to Do It Too!”
When Are Kids Old Enough to Take Public Transport Alone
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Having your child use public transport for the first time without you is one of those moments that can creep up on a parent. To work out when the time is right, I’m sharing a simple parenting rule. Continue reading “When Are Kids Old Enough to Take Public Transport Alone”
We’re All Just Making It Up As We Go Along (Even This ‘Parenting Expert’)
By: Dr Justin Coulson | Happy Families
Have you read The Barefoot Investor? It was the number 1 non-fiction book in Australia last year – all about finance. In his introduction to the book Scott Pape, the author, describes the day his family lost their Victorian bushland home to a fire. As they surveyed the damage, he said his first thought was: “I’ve got this.” He knew that despite the drama, he had his financial security sorted and could get his family through. Continue reading “We’re All Just Making It Up As We Go Along (Even This ‘Parenting Expert’)”
The Five Essential Ingredients for a Great School Lunchbox
By: Clare Bruce
If you’re daunted by the prospect of another year of school lunch-making, these tips from nutritionist and dietitian Cindy Williams will help get you inspired. Continue reading “The Five Essential Ingredients for a Great School Lunchbox”
10 Steps to Reducing Sibling Conflict
I don’t remember who said it first but the best way to stop sibling rivalry and sibling squabbles is… to not have siblings.
Too late?
Same. Continue reading “10 Steps to Reducing Sibling Conflict”
Me, Myself and I: The Self-Centred World of Teens
By: Rachel Doherty
Teenagers have a reputation for being selfish, but it’s better for parents to see this behaviour as self-centred instead. Continue reading “Me, Myself and I: The Self-Centred World of Teens”
7 Ways to Really Listen so Your Child Shares More
Dear Dr Justin,
My husband and my 9 year-old son are constantly fighting. It’s little niggles here and there. But it is non stop. They are constantly talking past each other and he (my husband) has started getting really angry. How can we make things better between them? Continue reading “7 Ways to Really Listen so Your Child Shares More”
Are We Over-scheduling Our Kids?
Dear Dr Justin
My kids are in a lot of after-school activities. They swim and play a musical instrument each. Two of them do drama, and all three are in Saturday sport. My husband and I are arguing about how much is too much. It’s impacting on our time together as a family, and our budget. But the kids are tired and don’t seem to love much of what they’re doing even though they’ve chosen it. I want them to do less. My husband wants them to keep going and also wants to add maths tutoring. Is there any research to tell us what is right and wrong? When I was a kid, I played netball. That was it. I’d love some advice. My kids are 5, 7, and 10.
Exhausted. Continue reading “Are We Over-scheduling Our Kids?”