Anxiety
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:27:56-05:00Nothing is more normal than worry about a new baby or about how you’re going as a parent. But dealing with anxiety can help you enjoy your life as parent more. Dealing with anxiety:
Dealing With Trauma
KarenAustin2018-12-20T05:25:22-05:00After a traumatic event, it’s important to look after your health and well-being. If you keep your body and mind healthy, you’ll have more energy to support your child and deal with your own
Why Self-Esteem Is So Important
admin2018-12-20T05:19:10-05:00Self-esteem is feeling good about yourself. Good self-esteem helps children try new things, take healthy risks and solve problems. It gives them a solid foundation for their learning and development. Self-esteem: the basics Self-esteem
Tips To Encourage Good Behaviour
admin2018-12-20T05:14:45-05:00Try these practical tips to encourage the behaviour you want in your child. How to encourage good behaviour in your child A positive and constructive approach is often the best way to guide your
Those Terrible Tantrums
admin2018-12-20T05:12:25-05:00Tantrums are extremely common in toddlers and preschoolers. They’re how young children deal with difficult feelings. It helps to tune in to your child’s emotions, and to avoid situations that trigger your child’s tantrums.
The Importance of Routines
admin2018-12-20T05:10:07-05:00Daily routines help all families get through everyday tasks. Routines can also build family bonds. A good routine caters for the needs of all family members. Routines: the basics Routines are how families organise
The Importance of Early Literacy
admin2018-12-20T05:08:55-05:00Reading aloud and sharing stories with your child is a great way to spend time together. Reading and storytelling also helps promote language, literacy and brain development. Why reading is important for babies and
Self-Esteem 101
admin2018-12-20T05:05:24-05:00Children’s sense of themselves changes as they get older. At different ages, they need different kinds of support to build healthy self-esteem. Babies and self-esteem Newborns and very young babies don’t see themselves as
Praise, Encouragement and Rewards
admin2018-12-20T05:01:21-05:00No matter how old your children are, your praise and encouragement will help them feel good about themselves. This boosts their self-esteem and confidence. Sometimes rewards can be useful too, especially if you want
Positive Attention
admin2018-12-20T04:59:17-05:00Positive attention is when you respond to your child with warmth and interest. It helps your child feel secure and valued. Find out how to make the most of daily moments to show positive