It’s really easy to be angry at our kids. But being angry feels awful, it’s bad for our kids, and it even affects our health! Here are three strategies to eradicate anger and be the parent you thought you’d be before you had kids! First – Just say ‘No’ to anger. Sometimes it can really […]
One of our readers, Joelle from Colorada, shared this picture of her son Chase looking very upset. The reason? Joelle wouldn’t paint his nails purple. It all went wrong for me recently when my son Jono was unable to carry each of the seven cars he had carefully selected for the four minute drive to
Although not a lot is known about his life, what is known about him is probably what all of us would want to be known for… LOVE
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As a parent we have so many things to look after; Making sure our kids actually eat, then also making sure its something that will actually benefit them. Having somewhere to sleep, preferably in a bed, warm and dry is great and then of course education in our western culture in particular is fairly important
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Time-out is one of the most popular “discipline” methods parents use. But is it effective? And what does it teach? While some studies suggest that time-out can help to curb challenging behaviour, many parents struggle to use time out the way experts suggest. And there are side-effects. Time-out teaches children that a parent’s love is
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The other day, I found myself hurtling down a hill, way too fast, out of control. It was terrifying, exhilarating and hilarious!
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Parent Question: Any ideas for dealing with lying? Lying about assignments, homework, jobs done. I despise lying. And despite my dealings with druggies every working day and being an amazing lie detector, she is managing to slip some past me – just because I can’t understand why should would lie to me in the first place
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A recent study has found that couples without kids are much happier in their marriage than those with kids. Should I be worried?
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Along with mums all over Australia, I have just recently taken my eldest to school for the very first time to start prep. I remember the day he started kindergarten. It was relatively emotion-free – Tyson raced off as we walked through the door, finding someone and something to play with. He’s always been a
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As the last Grammy after-party wraps up and the world’s biggest music awards are over for another year, it seems fitting to talk about something that’s been on my mind for a while… what on earth are we listening to?
He said WHAT?? When Blurred lines become clear. Read More »