Development
Spending time with grandparents helps reduce ageism in kids
Kids who spend quality time with their grandparents are more accepting of the elderly, according to a recent study.
Why I enjoy life more now I have older kids
This is despite the fact parenting them is more difficult.
Time magazine teaches our children the importance of speaking up
The Silence Breakers named Time magazine's Person of the Year.
Hundreds of transgender children seek treatment
Since 2012, the Royal Children's Hospital's gender service has experienced an exponential increase in demand.
Twelve parenting milestones you won't find in any baby book
All parenting wins are worth celebrating.
You have to let go of your children, or they'll do it for you
There are many things I'd like to give my daughters: having them confidently own their own bodies is a big one.
Advice
Why are my kids angels at school and wild things at home?
A chaotic household with small children and multiple pets is creating stress.
'I struggle to connect with my rough-and-tumble boys'
What can I do?
Behaviour and Discipline
Latest online teen 'challenge' has fatal consequences
Officials issue warnings about 'Tide Pod challenge'.
Kelly Clarkson says she's 'not above' smacking her children
American singer Kelly Clarkson has sparked debate over whether it is okay to smack your child after admitting she is "not above spanking" her two children.
Is there a correct way to cut toast?
Twitter debate grows as people's preferences emerge.
Puberty
My daughter just got catcalled for the first time - she's 11
I don't know what to tell her.
How I’m talking to my son about #MeToo
The conversation is important.
Special Needs
My son with autism was having a great day at the park, until someone called the police
It had been a good day at the park. A miracle day, in fact, for our family.
Sensory playgrounds offer more than a swing and slide to engage children
Traditional playgrounds present a range obstacles for some children.
'This is what it's like': boy's video about life with autism
His message has gone viral.
'He's not an after thought, he's my every thought': dad's heartbreaking message
The message has gone viral since being shared on Twitter.
About a boy: 'I am no longer a mother, I am a carer'
Parents of an eight-year-old boy with severe autism who refuses to wear clothes, is incontinent, unable to communicate, self harms and can attack others, say they will be forced to relinquish their child unless given more support.
Barber’s kind approach to boy with autism will melt your heart
"He's just fantastic."