We’re often told it’s vital to be consistent in our responses to our children’s behaviour so that they learn what’s acceptable and what’s not. But how helpful actually
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What do you want this year for you & your kids?
January is obviously a really good time to think about what you really want. Because if you want to have more of what you want, you need to
Helping Children with Anxieties about Bush Fires & Natural Disasters
In the face of the terrifying fires in Australia, and other scary events around the world, it can be hard to know how to best help your child
How to use play after you’ve shouted at your child
It’s so understandable that you get annoyed with your child. We’ve ALL been there! There’s really good reasons why you feel & behave in the way that
Why your child has big upsets over small things
Ever wondered why your child has the biggest upsets over the tiniest of things?! Why they become so fixated about a particular coloured plate, or a particular toy,
What to do Instead of Time Out
Do you use Time Out when your child is repeatedly being challenging? I know it’s a popular method and it’s certainly better than smacking (which is probably what
Are you worried your rewarding your child’s behaviour by being playful?
It’s such a common fear – am I “rewarding” my child’s bad behaviour if I move in with play? Will they learn that if they behave in that
When You Don’t Like Your Child
It’s a hard thing to admit that you currently don’t like your child. There can be a huge amount of shame associated with it, and strong feelings that
Rude Words & Name Calling
Whether your child is 2 or 9, when they’re saying rude or unpleasant things, it can be very hard to know how to make them stop because, unlike
When Play Isn’t Enough & Your Child Shouts at You to “Go Away” – with Nicky McGrath
Play is a fantastic & highly effective way of responding to your child in challenging moments. But there are times when it isn’t enough. When your child is