It can be upsetting if your child tells a lie. However, the reality is that lying is common for children. And it’s not because they’re bad - childre...
If you think your child is gifted, you may well be right. Parents can become aware very early on that their child's behaviour is different to other children. Bu...
Children have on average up to 10 colds each year. And because colds are caused by 200 different viruses (germs), they can have several colds one after the othe...
Some classical behaviours can make a parent ask: 'Is my child gay or lesbian?' For example, a boy dresses up in his mother's shoes or your child engaging in sam...
Video games are considered to be part of overall screen time that also includes TV and computers. The recommended amount of screen time each day for children is...
Rejection hurts – but what should you do about it? You can avoid rejection by not trying anything new. However the downside of this approach is: Nothing tri...
Get your head around head lice
Dealing with your child's head lice can be frustrating when you get rid of them, only to find some months later that they've c...
If you're a parent who doesn't like the idea of your child doing strength training, it's time to think again. Medical research shows that it not only improves f...
Most children have nightmares from time to time. It usually isn't a sign of an emotional disturbance, but rather the product of your child's normal stress and s...
Talking with troubled teens
The teenage years can be hard for many parents. Your child needs your help to eventually become a unique and independent adult, but...
