Help your children see that we can work through failures without allowing them to define us, says Christy Herselman. A…
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Paul Bushell’s new #raisingkids parenting journal is a gentle space for parents to unwind, reflect, grow and feel encouraged on…
We are their swimming pool walls, writes Christy Herselman. I once heard psychologist Lisa Damour describe the role of a…
Play your part by stepping back, allowing your children to develop problem-solving skills, writes Christy Herselman. We have just returned…
IS SOCIAL MEDIA WHERE A CHILD’S RIGHT TO PRIVACY ENDS? Imagine that your entire life had been documented on social…
Mealtimes round the dinner table can be stressful, but are we fighting the right battles? Christy Herselman gives us food…
In the blink of an eye your beautiful baby has grown into a teen you sometimes don’t even recognise. Conversations…
In today’s busy world it’s so important to give yourself permission to linger, writes Christy Herselman. The irony of this…
Instead of engaging in robust face-to-face debates, we throw our passionate views into cyberspace. Christy Herselman discusses how we can…
A presentation will be given on legal and other relevant aspects of cross- cultural adoption by accredited adoption Social Workers.…
Allowing our children to process the emotions of being disappointed is not necessarily a bad thing, writes Christy Herselman. One…
Christy Herselman ponders over what Will Smith taught us about boundaries, and the lack thereof. “Love makes you do crazy…
Founder of The Chat, Christy Herselman, has great advice on safeguarding our kids against online sex. It’s been a long…
LISTEN TO EPISODE 2 OF THE BEAUTIFUL MESS PODCAST HERE: DIVING IN THE DEEP END Sometimes you just have…
The award-winning radio presenter Jane Linley-Thomas and local author, Jess Basson, are creating the space you need for these behind-the-scenes…
If you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, still planning children OR would like some key tips on mindfulness for yourself –…
We’ve all had to deal with so much change this year, and children can be especially affected by all the…
Paul Bushell talks about the daunting task of raising children. There is no such thing as perfect parenting. My sense…
KIRSTEN BALDOCCHI DISCUSSES THE RECENT SHIFT WITHIN PARENTING Despite living in an era of access to instant information about every…
There will be a course ‘ Loving our kids on purpose’ and everyone is invited.
One of the most nerve-wracking parental experiences is finding yourself in a shopping mall staring down at your two-year-old about…
My Name is Londeka and I’m a mother to a beautiful two-year-old by the name Yandeyamintokozo – which if you…
Younger children may have tantrums because they are still learning to regulate their emotions. This is a gradual process which…
Psychologist Paul Bushell interviews mum of three and radio personality, Jane Linley-Thomas about ‘mum guilt’. Guilt is a very powerful…
Taking time out when you are a parent is selfish… Or is it? As parents we often tell ourselves that…
Join Lauren Calder (Psychologist and Child & Family Mediator) on this fascinating workshop series to learn about your child’s personality dynamic. You will…
“We are all a little weird and life’s a little weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible…
Meg Faure, author, speaker and founder of the Baby Sense product range, has launched her ‘new baby’, the SnuggleRoo baby…
Rose Martin explores the topic of fostering independence in our children and finding a balance between giving them the freedom to learn from their mistakes and being overprotective parents in a changing world.
It’s often said that it takes a village to raise a child. But what if you don’t have a village?
Dr Bianca Birdsey, mother to three Deaf daughters has had first-hand experience of the communication challenges faced by families with Deaf children.
Would you like to improve your relationship with your children? Read on for some important advice for fathers
Improve your parenting skills with Colleen Wilson and Candice Smith at Makaranga Lodge this month.
Top tips for helping your child love sports and develop a healthy attitude to competition
Not one to shy away from controversy, our columnist Gavin Foster shares his unique advice on parenting.
Not one to shy away from controversy, our columnist Gavin Foster shares his unique advice on parenting.