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Hiding and sharing: talking to my children about terrorism

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Mum shares hilarious 'love notes' to her son, men are not happy

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The daunting questions of a first school camp.

Dear Jess: Do I have to send my daughters on school camp?

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When a child feels secure, loved and connected to their main caregivers, this is the foundation of most aspects of a ...

How to parent the sensitive child

Does your child worry about the simplest of things? Does he or she get upset easily? Do they seem to have empathy beyond their young years? Chances are you have a sensitive little soul on your hands.

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Kimberley O'Brien

Positive advice for kids

Kimberley O'Brien tells you how you can help kids rule out the negatives life throws at them and find the positive influences they need to function better each day.

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Justine Davies

How to engage bored kids in play

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The nature of bullying has changed with the rise of technology.

How to bully-proof your child

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How to stop worrying and just be a mum

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Giving children freedom to find their way ...

Freedom for kids in the midst of life's dangers

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Sometimes it's cool to 'just say yes' to your teen

"I'm feeling pressure to be cool. I suspect my teenager thinks I'm lame because I'm always saying "no" to everything."

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For anxiety sufferers, it can be heartbreaking to recognise the same struggles in their children.

Why 'good enough' parenting is good enough

After a recent revelation, this mum is encouraging others to kick "perfect" parenting to the curb and get satisfied with "satisfactory".

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"My children were always going to sleep in their own beds, without exception."

Never say never: The role of compromising in parenting

"It is not only important to maintain flexibility when it comes to the pressures we place on our children, but also on ourselves as parents."

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'Snowplough' parents argue with teachers and coaches about their kids' performance.

Six signs you're a 'snowplough' parent ... or worse

Some parents take advocacy on their child's behalf to a new level and it's not pretty.

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No, honey, you can't be anything you want to be - and that's okay

What could possibly be wrong with telling our kids they can be anything? Plenty.

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Practice these seemingly inconsequential activities simply to feel happier.

How to find peace in a chaotic world with your kids

The benefits of practicing seemingly inconsequential activities every day in your family.

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Family meetings: Time to talk and set the vision for your family.

10 tips for a successful family meeting

In a family, having a clear vision is a bit like having a map to navigate the journey of life and it can create a sense of structure and predictability for children.