Are Smart Toys Safe?
New smart toys are capable of listening to your child. If they’re hearing things, they’re probably transmitting that information as well.
Parenting
Six Top Tips For Reading To Kids
You wouldn’t think there was a skill to it, but new research highlights the importance of HOW parents read to their kids.
How To Keep Kids Motivated To Play Sport
Is your child discouraged by competitiveness or comparison in their sport? Dr Justin Coulson explores strategies to help kids stay the course!
You Could Have Been: The Children’s Book Written For Grieving Parents
When the funeral was done and friends and family had gone home, Ann-Maree found herself grieving in unexpected moments – not knowing what to do with her parenting instincts.
How to Motivate Kids – and Why Rewards aren’t the Answer
How do you motivate kids? Rewards may effectively control children’s behaviour in the immediate context, but studies show that they can (and regularly do) have negative consequences.
Responding Well When Your Child’s Sexuality Is Not What You Thought
Practical advice from Christians in counselling and psychology to help parents navigate the sexuality conversation well and with grace.
My Son Won’t Talk About His Day
Parents have been complaining about this problem for at least 50 years! Try these questions to encourage curiosity and conversation.
Want to Raise World Changers? Do These Five Things
Your kids will learn to live generously, to help others in need, and to make a real difference in the lives of others whenever and wherever they can.
Seven Strategies to Combat Teen Porn Use
Help your teen either not access pornography or begin turning away from needing to access porn with these practical strategies.
When Is It Ok to Leave Your Child Home Alone?
If you’re an Aussie parent unsure about when it’s ok to leave your kid home alone, these practical questions can help you to know if they are ready!