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 need to say everything? Is it best to leave some things unsaid?

March 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Emotions

As the saying goes, “some things are better left unsaid”. Here’s a few parenting tips that explains this topic in greater detail.

10 strategies to get the best from school as the year begins

February 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Independence, Parenting, school, Starting School

Here's 10 tips on how to listen and encourage your child through the normal processes of the school year.

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.

A few thoughts about what your child wants from school this year

February 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Family, Independence, Learning, Parenting, school, Starting School

The school year can be challenging. Here are some suggestions for parents to positively support their child throughout the school year.

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.

8 dos and don'ts as your child starts school

February 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Education, Parenting, Starting School, teacher

School starting back can be a challenging, uncertain time. Here’s a few important tips to help you and your child smoothly adjust into Term 1.

Is bullying an issue for your child?

January 25, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Parenting, Stress, Trauma, Worry

Bullying is a serious issue. Here's a few parenting tips on how to keep focused of the issue of bullying.

How best to talk to your children

January 25, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Family, Raising Boys, Raising girls

Communication is key. Here are some parenting tips for effectively communicating with your children.

Dealing with a child’s fears

January 18, 2023 by Gail Smith in Anxiety, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Family, Positive Behaviour, Stress

Here are some parenting suggestions to help children work through and potentially overcome their fears.

Learn to have some fun

January 12, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Family, Father, Happiness, Laughter, Mother, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Raising Boys, Raising girls

Laughter and fun are the key ingredients for a happy, healthy life. Read more for some ways you and your child can have fun!

Are you prepared to change your opinions?

January 11, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Family, Parenting

An open-minded parent is so liberating for a child, especially when the world is always changing. This article explains the importance of opinions and how changing them can be for good reason.

The use of good language around our children

January 04, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, creative, Family, Parenting

The use of great language is so important. Here are a few parenting suggestions to help expand your child’s vocabulary.

Getting back on track after a damage to the relationship with your child

January 04, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Family, Parenting

Here are some parenting tips for getting back on track after damage to the relationship with your child.

Learning about being responsible

December 28, 2022 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Education, Family, Independence, Parenting, Raising Boys, Raising girls, tasks

Responsibility is a part of our makeup and challenges us throughout life. Here are some parenting tips to positively introduce responsibility to your child.

Children can start thinking about bringing Christmas cheer to others

December 21, 2022 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Children, Christmas, creative, Family, Gratitude, Happiness, Parenting, School Holidays

Christmas is the most wonderful time of year, here are parenting tips that can help your child spread Christmas cheer.

Slow down and gain more time. It makes for better parenting and personal growth

December 15, 2022 by Gail Smith in Activity, Appreciation, Children, Emotions, Parenting, Relax

Life is always busy, especially during the Christmas and holiday season. This blog shares a reminder to parents to slow down and spend time with your child.

What to think about at this stage of the school year

December 08, 2022 by Gail Smith in Children, Education, Emotions, Family, Memories, Parenting

This school year is coming to an end. Here are some parenting suggestions to prepare and positively embrace change with your child.

Keeping the stress level down is a great asset as a parent

December 08, 2022 by Gail Smith in Anxiety, Behaviour, Emotions, Family, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Relax, Worry

Stress is a natural part of life, especially when you're a parent. Here are a few ways to reduce your stress level for yourself and your child.