Hurting Your Child
KarenAustin2018-12-20T06:04:16-05:00All children have the right to be safe and protected from child abuse. But being a parent can feel overwhelming sometimes. If you think you can’t cope and you might hurt your child, you
Healthy Relationships
KarenAustin2018-12-20T06:01:50-05:00Some of the experiences that come with being a new parent can make you feel even more deeply connected as a couple. But caring for babies and children can also put new strains on
Foster Care
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:59:19-05:00Foster care is a type of out-of-home care for children who can’t live with their own families. Foster children often come from abusive or neglectful backgrounds, and caring for them can be a challenge.
Feeling Angry
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:57:29-05:00Everyone feels angry sometimes – anger is normal. But if you find yourself getting angry a lot or you have trouble controlling yourself when you’re angry, it’s good to have some anger management techniques
Family Violence
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:54:07-05:00Family violence can take many forms – physical, verbal, emotional, psychological, sexual and more. Family violence is about power and control, and it’s never OK. If you’re worried that someone you know is experiencing
Coping With Stress
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:51:16-05:00Stress is a normal reaction to changes and challenges, like those that come with being a parent. Some stress can be healthy, but too much can be overwhelming. If stress is an issue for
Chores
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:47:28-05:00Just about all families expect children to contribute in some way to family life. Some children have household chores or jobs they’re responsible for every day or week. Other children help out when their
Children Coping With Separation and Divorce
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:41:35-05:00It’s normal for children to feel unsettled if you’re going through separation or divorce. You can help your child cope and adjust by talking honestly with your child, reassuring your child, sticking with family
Blended Families
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:36:38-05:00There’s no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to blended families, and no right or wrong when it comes to describing yourself as a blended family. There are great things about being in
Becoming A New Parent
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:32:27-05:00There are incredibly positive things about becoming parents, like the joy of seeing your baby smile. But there’s also more responsibility, less time for you and your partner – and maybe more tiredness than