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WHY CHILDREN TELL LIES
Discovering that your child has been deceitful can be incredibly frustrating for a parent. Here we explore five key reasons why children lie, and how to create a healthier and more honest relationship with your child.
WHY YOU NEED TO STOP SAYING ‘NO’ TO YOUR CHILD
Research shows a toddler can hear the word "NO" as much as 400 times a day. Here are 3 easy options you can use instead of saying no!
HOW HAPPY FAMILIES ARGUE
Everyone needs to learn to express themselves in a way that does not diminish the other person's well-being. Here are 10 ways families can argue well, or badly.
WHY TIME OUT IS OUTDATED AND HARMFUL
Time-out, or the naughty chair, means that children suffer alone when they’re actually struggling to effectively communicate how they feel. Learn how to use ‘Quiet Time’ instead.
THE TOXIC DAMAGE OF STONEWALLInG
Sometimes, it may feel like we're unintentionally building an emotional wall with our children. Here are the best strategies to bridge the gap.
END POWER STRUGGLES AND ANGRY OUTBURSTS
As a parent, we all want to get along with our children, but let's face it, it can be challenging. Find the right thing to say when emotions are high and we feel overwhelmed.
YOUR ATTACHMENT STYLE
How we develop attachments affect how we interact with others and cope with our environment and our level of emotional resilience.
WHAT CHILDREN NEED FROM THEIR PARENTS
It’s not about fancy holidays, the latest gadgets, designer clothes, or material possessions. Every child needs a heartfelt, loving connection with their parents.
VALUES OVER GOALS
Concerned about your child's lack of motivation, drive and enthusiasm for life? This blog will resonate with you. We look at the positive power of value-focused living and its impact on children's well-being and success.
THE HIDDEN FAWN RESPONSE
Many of us are familiar with the 'Fight, Flight, or Freeze' reactions to stress. Another response to stress is the 'Fawn' response. What is it? Why does it happen? How does it affect our children's behaviour?
DEALING WITH BULLIES
Bullying is a topic of concern for many parents. Although we can't change other people's behaviour, we can proactively help our children by giving them the life skills they need to protect themselves from harm.
SETTLING YOUR CHILD INTO SCHOOL
If your little one is about to embark on an incredible adventure - their first day of school or moving class - and the mere thought flutters your heart with excitement, nostalgia, and a dollop of anxiety, you're not alone.
HOW TO GET CHILDREN TO LISTEN
Today, we will talk about one of the most popular questions parents ask "How do I get my children to listen?"
The truth is, they are ALWAYS listening. The frustrating part for you is that they don't respond.
HOW TO BUILD RESILIENCE IN CHILDREN
Would you like to see your child cope better with life's ups and downs? Do you want them to feel less stressed, be able to bounce back, and learn from difficult situations? They might need help building up their resilience.
HOW NEGATIVE PARENTING IMPACTS CHILDREN
Negative parenting is any behaviour, attitude, or action by a parent that harms a child's physical, emotional, or psychological development. Understanding how we impact our children can help us be mindful.
CHOOSING CHILDCARE
Finding high-quality childcare can be complicated and overwhelming. After all, it is an important decision that will profoundly affect your child's development.
ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES
In this blog we will look at what ACEs are, how they affect children, and what we can do to avoid their lifelong negative impact.
5 HEALTHY BOUNDARIES PARENTS NEED
We often struggle to set healthy boundaries in our personal and professional relationships. We can often say "yes" to others' requests, while sacrificing our own needs.
BREAK FREE FROM FAMILY DRAMA
Growing up in homes that live in drama means we learn to walk on eggshells.
Build a brighter future for you and your family with the ‘Empowerment Dynamic’.
THE DRAMA TRIANGLE
Do you feel like there’s too much drama in your life? If so, you’re probably caught in a Drama Triangle. If you've never heard of the Drama Triangle, be prepared - you'll start seeing it everywhere!