Parenting

What To Do When Your Child Lies To You

Studies show that beginning at about the age of three, kids begin lying to conceal things they have done wrong and will readily lie to avoid punishment.

How to Strengthen the Moral Character of Our Kids Through Prayer

Prayer. Often times we forget about this simple but effective tool we have at our disposal for strengthening the moral character of our kids.

Pure Baby Bliss between Grandmas and Mothers?

Every mother and daughter has a unique relationship, and pure baby bliss after the delivery is not necessarily automatic!

Moving? How to Help Your Child Settle into a New School

By: Dr Justin Coulson Dear Justin, I’ve been offered a promotion at work, which is great for the family – or at least it’s great for me and our income. Unfortunately it means a big move for my two boys (ages 7 and 10). They are both nervous about the move but especially about starting … Continue reading “Moving? How to Help Your Child Settle into a New School”

What a Little Girl Named Phoebe Can Tell Us About Ourselves

“I needed to hear about Phoebe. I’ve been so focussed on becoming a mother that I’ve forgotten I’m already a daughter, sister and friend.”

Has Cyberbullying Affected You? Expert Advice for Teens and Parents

More than half of all Australia’s young people have experienced bullying using the web, smartphones or social media – and parents need to be more aware.

How To Stop Yelling

Let’s face it though; yelling feels terrible. Most parents also admit it rarely works. And research shows it’s bad for our kids.

Backyard BBQ calling but work is getting in the way? Let’s find our balance.

Aussie dads say that they’d like to spend more time with their kids. How do we go about achieving a better ‘life balance’? Here’s some practical solutions.

Anxious Motherhood: My Ducks Were In A Row

I felt anxious, my identity slipping away. I was a do-er, I wasn’t someone who could sit on the couch, knowing dishes needed to be done.

Screen Time and Our Teens’ Mental Health Crisis

Study after study points to screen time as a significant predictor of decreased mental health in young people. Parents instinctively know this.

Planning a Trip? 6 Strategies When Leaving Your Children

Heading away for a trip, and leaving your children with friends or family? Sounds exciting! But it’s good to be aware there may be long-term outcomes.

Six Ways To Be The Best Parent You Can Be

The following six ideas are research-backed ways to help you be the best parent you can be, and also bring out the best in your children.

What Teens Can Learn From Making A Phone Call Instead Of Texting

56% of Australians avoid calling people, choosing instead to text or send an instant message of some kind including teens who are an even lower percentage.

Stepping In With Other People’s Kids

Should you step in with other people’s kids? Using the right kind of communication can help you work through these situations.

A Message to Mums of Premmie Babies, and Grieving Parents

“When you have a premature birth, it’s usually quite sudden and unexpected. [It’s] tough for a lot of families” Kylie shares how she found hope through it.

Ask Dr Justin – Should We Be Tracking Our Kids?

I worry – consistently – about my kids’ safety when they’re not at home. Should I be getting them to use a location tracker so I know they’re safe?

Should We Be Giving Our Teens Alcohol?

Many parents believe they are doing the right thing by giving their teenagers alcohol, however new research has turned that on it’s head.

A Strategy to Boost Your Child’s Gratitude

The ‘Give Up’ strategy is a quick gratitude booster that any family can use when gratitude is lacking.