Supporting our Upper Primary Students: Encouraging Growth and Independence

August 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Family, Independence, Parenting

Raising teenagers can be a challenge, here are some tips on how to encourage growth and independence.

Nine Proactive Strategies for Fostering Mental Health in Children

August 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Gratitude, Happiness, Friendship, Laughter, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Relax

Here are nine ways to foster and sustain your child’s mental health and well-being.

Talking positively to your child makes all the difference.

July 11, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Positive Behaviour

This blog explores why your communication style is so important to your child and tips to consider.

Can we control everything?

May 30, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Decision Making, Emotions, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Problem Solving

This article discusses controlling a little less and supporting a little more of your child’s sense of personal freedom.

Now after Mother's Day what is there to celebrate?

May 19, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Appreciation, Behaviour, Emotions, Happiness, Mother, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Relax

Here is some post-Mother’s Day positive reminders about motherhood.

Poor behaviour can get you down - 9 ways to better manage

May 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Family, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Problem Solving, Problems

Here are nine tips to better respond when poor behaviour interferes with you and your child’s relationship.

What about our so-called underachievers?

May 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, tasks

Here are some reflections to help your child if they feel they are underachieving:

Think about cultivating good habits

May 02, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Behaviour, Family, Positive Behaviour, Communication, Learning

This blog is all about conditioning your children to savour and value good habits to use in life.

Be confident as a parent you have what it takes

April 28, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Behaviour, Children, Emotions, Family, Gratitude, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour

This blog shares a few parenting tips on feeling and growing confident in being the best parent possible.

Parent involvement reaps all the benefits

April 21, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Education, Experiences, Family, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, Starting School, teacher

As a parent, it is crucial to be involved in your child’s schooling and learning. Here are some outcomes when you show interest in your child’s schooling.

At what age should a child start at school?

April 21, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Decision Making, Education, Learning, Parenting, school, Starting School

The question of what age to start school has always been tough and debatable. Here are some thoughts about the suitability of school for your child.

Using our language well

April 14, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Learning, Parenting, Values

The use of good language is critical to a child’s communication development. Learn about how effective language can make a difference for your child.

Do you ever feel like you have hit rock bottom as a parent?

April 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Anxiety, Behaviour, Children, Emotions, Finding Help, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Problems, Relax, Stress, Worry

Everyone experiences moments like these as a parent. Here are a few tips to keep positive and that making mistakes is all part of parenting.

Teach our children to be flexible and with this, determination

March 23, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Decision Making, Learning, Parenting, Problem Solving

This blog discusses parenting tips on how to combine flexibility with the importance of being determined.

Watch out for the impostor syndrome that can creep up slowly

March 23, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Experiences, Family, Happiness, Parenting

Impostor syndrome is commonly seen in adults and children. Here are a few parenting tips that can assist you to reduce your child’s feelings of insecurity.

Keep an eye out for perfectionism

March 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Emotions, Parenting, Behaviour

Here’s some parenting tips to encourage your child to believe in themselves and their successes.

Sibling matters really matter!

March 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Experiences, Family

Sibling arguments can be challenging, here are some parenting strategies to ensure that navigation is as accurate and smooth as possible.

Do you have plans for a fresh start in the brand new year?

February 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Independence, Learning, Starting School

What would you like to improve this year? Here are some ways that you and your child could add healthy habits into your daily life.

Are you ready for your child becoming a teenager?

February 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Teen years, teenager

Raising a teenager can be difficult. Read some parenting tips on how to strengthen your relationship with your teenager.

Start the year understanding ourselves better

February 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Appreciation, Behaviour, Children, Emotions, Parenting

Parenting is always about helping our children, we often forget ourselves. Here are some ways that you can better yourself and be a role model for your child.