Parenting Tips Archives

Ten Reasons You Should Talk To Your Child About The Menstrual Cycle

9 August, 2021

Talking about periods to your toddler or young child might not exactly be at the top of your to-do list, but here are nine reasons why you might in fact want to consider talking with your young son or daughter about the menstrual cycle.

How To Get Young Girls To Talk About How They Feel

Bethan Christopher

10 May, 2021

Expert, Parenting, Kids

Staying connected to your daughter is the best way that you can ensure that you still have an influence in her life, and so building a strong, close relationship is crucial.

How to Deal with Toddler Tantrums & Understanding the Terrible Twos

Sandra Kwesell

12 March, 2019

Baby & Toddler

Dealing with a two year old can feel similar to training a tiger. Despite the challenge, teaching him that safety, boundaries, and following directions really are important remains the goal.

How to Help Toddlers Manage Their Emotions & Avoid Tantrums

Dr Maryhan Baker

3 December, 2018

Expert, Parenting, Kids

The ability to understand and manage your own emotions is key to social competency; it predicts not only the quality of your child’s friendships but also their emotional wellbeing and even career success.

What is The Difference Between Bribes v Rewards for Good Behaviour?

Sandra Kwesell

19 November, 2018

Expert, Parenting, Kids

Developing reward systems for kids includes offering predictable rewards for good behaviour. This technique is supported by the research and science of behaviour theory that teaches us that positively reinforced behaviours tend to be repeated.

Expert Advice on How to Deal with Temper Tantrums

Sandra Kwesell

24 July, 2018

Expert, Parenting, Baby, Kids

Tantrums are generally the last measure of a child’s attempt to take care of himself. They are the final and ultimate expression of frustration when the child has been unable to get what he needs, when he needs it. Your child is unable to calmly ask for your time and attention so he can tell you how he is feeling. He simply “blows his fuse” out of sheer frustration and a sense of helplessness.

16 Top Tips To Remember When You’re Having A Baby

Mary Ashton

23 July, 2018

Expert, Parenting, Baby

Maternity nurse Mary Ashton shares her ultimate top tips for new and expectant parents. You can follow Mary's Facebook page for more fabulous advice, and join her private group set up for mamas to be and mamas with newborns whereby you can contact her directly with any questions you may have.

Manage Your Child’s Screen Time With These Steps

My Baba

8 August, 2017

Expert, Parenting, Kids

How much time should your child spend in front of a screen and should you put a limit on it? Follow this advice to help step some boundaries.

10 Top Tips for Baby Massage

Peter Walker

27 February, 2017

Expert, Parenting, Baby

Baby massage is something I've been interested in from day one. I remember taking my son to a baby massage class in Kensington when he was just a few weeks old, and now I'm using baby massage as a way to bond w...

10 Ways to Prevent Yourself from Being an Angry Parent

Elizabeth Pantley

5 October, 2015

Expert, Parenting, Baby, Kids

Elizabeth Pantley is totally brilliant at keeping us all sane when it's sometimes difficult with little ones at home. I hope you enjoy this great piece, that promises to help you keep your cool! Learn and ...

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