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Did you know that learning to use the toilet is a developmental and self-care skill? During early childhood, learning this skill gives children more independence than almost any other skill they will learn during the early years. 

The arrival of a new baby is an exciting time for the whole family and established routines can often go out the window. From the first days at home, toddlers…

During the pre-teen years, a child’s social network is very important to them. However, they still need the love and support of their parents as much as they did when…

As your toddler is learning life skills, they need to explore and interact with their environment, both mentally and physically. This can result in frequent testing of boundaries. At the same…

Toddlers are creatures of habit. They do best in places that are familiar, on schedules that are routine, and in situations where they aren’t expected to behave well for very…

Screens are all around us. From phones to the TV, tablets to computers, modern children are exposed to screens from a very young age. Although children are often entertained by…

The teenage years (adolescence) are a time of profound change for young people emotionally, psychologically and physically. It is when they are trying to establish their independence and identity. During…

Parenting advice is everywhere. A lot of this advice is from either the toy industry or companies who want to sell well-meaning parents products that will give their baby an…

We are surrounded by digital media, technology and screens. They are a big part of life for most people. Children and families often use technology for entertainment and learning. Modern…

As you share books with your baby, they are listening to your voice and learning new words. They are also enjoying a cosy cuddle with you and learning that reading…

Your new baby doesn’t really move too much in the beginning, but that changes quickly, and it is important to know your baby’s stage of development to help keep them safe.

All babies are born with the desire to communicate. By three months of age your baby is babbling, cooing and generally engaged with what is going on around them. By…

Pregnancy and the birth of a new baby can stir up many different feelings for parents and other family members. It may bring up thoughts about what their new baby…

Parenting a preschooler presents many new challenges and many new joys. Witnessing the change in development that comes with your child going to preschool can be heart-warming and exhausting. You will…

Children that are mentally healthy are better equipped to handle life’s challenges and curve balls. Parents play a big role in shaping their child’s health and wellbeing by modelling behaviours…

This can also can be a challenging time when issues can arise at school. The teenage years are an exciting time when children are becoming more independent and starting to…

When you have children, there are many things to consider.

Between the ages of 4 and 8 years your child may behave differently. This is because their brain is growing and developing. At this stage you will also notice physical…

Before entering the teen years, children are beginning to test boundaries and are becoming more social. Peer influence starts to play a bigger role in their lives and they can…

Adolescence is a time of huge change, physically, emotionally and socially. Teenagers are developing their own sense of identity and self, which is influenced by their friends. It is normal, and necessary, for teenagers to…

Toddlers love playing and exploring the world, learning how it works and where they fit in it. It can be a challenging time for parents and carers as toddlers want…

As parents we can sometimes fall into the trap of assuming that life for a school age child is carefree and easy. As they don’t have the stress of going…

There are many things that your preschooler will enjoy doing. There are also many ways in which they need your encouragement and guidance to help them develop and grow. I…

It can be challenging for parents to support their toddlers as they struggle to manage their feelings and behaviour. It can help to know what’s happening for them developmentally so…

There are many changes taking place for teenagers, both physically and emotionally. New sets of expectations and demands are made from their friends, school, and the world around them. Media, advertising…

Expecting another baby? Pregnancy and the birth of a new baby can stir up many different feelings for mothers, fathers and other family members. For mothers, it may bring up…