Case Studies...

Asking for help as a parent can feel like you are failing, but it could make you a better parent....

As children grow up they demand more freedom and with that comes the prospect that their behaviour will change...

Being a parent brings daily challenges so it's important to create a support network of people you can rely on when times are tough....

Bedtime is a stressful part of the day for many parents, but with attention to routine things can be easier....

Mealtimes and children don't always go together and can lead to behavioural problems...

Children react differently to all situations and their behaviour may well change....

Leaving your child for the first time can be very traumatic but other parents and nursery staff can help you....

Once you become a parent, you wil spend a lot more time at your local GP surgery, so it is worth buildong good relationships with your doctor and health visitor...

We all want our children to have friends, but what happens when they don't want to socialise?...

Parenting styles have changed considerably over the years as the way that we all live and function in our family units has changed. The methods that our parents used to bring us up, may not be the mos...

Parents often need to adjust their parenting styles and by monitoring their child's behaviour they will find ways to tweak and alter the way that they are helping them to develop and grow....

All children respond differently to change, and thier behaviour is likely to refelct this. Parents can take some simple steps to help manage this change and help children to understand why they feel t...

Parenting can be competitive, but it won't help your child if you allow other parents to compare your child to theirs in a negative way....

Whether your child's behaviour is good or bad, we still need to ensure that we respond to it in a structured and consistent way. It is as important to praise a child for good behaviour as it is to def...

All parents need some time off occasionally, and making time to relax will make you a better parent....

Bedtime can be stressful for parents of children of all ages. Trying to establish a regular routine may help....

Children at primary school age are growing and developing fast. They are finding their feet, developing friendships, becoming independent and discovering what they like and what they are good at....

Children aged between nine and 11 have their own dilemmas and development to cope with. The years just before they leave for secondary school are crucial and parents have to accept that their children...

As our children grown up, our parenting skills need to change and develop to adjust to our growing children's needs....

Family meal times should be a time for sharing and relaxing as a family, however they can be very stressful if you child refuses to eat or sit at the table....

Parenting should involve encouraging your child to be resourceful and independent from an early age....

Your child spend the best part of their days at school, so it is a good idea to build positive relationships with their teachers....

Secondary school age children need careful handling. They are going through a lot of change and development and may feel confused, isolated and worried about everything from puberty to exam pressure....

Separation anxiety can happen to anyone, but can be hard to cope with. Make sure your child feels secure and happy with being left and take time to prepare for the change....

Sibling rivalry is a real test of parenting skills. All children need to understand that they are important, listened to and loved, and then they will never feel left out....

The arrival of our first baby changes our lives forever, and this is when our parenting journey really begins....

Being the middle child in a family can be tricky. Your child will be both a younger and older sibling and may struggle to find their place in the family....

Your oldest child deserves to be treated differently. As our children grow up our parenting styles and skills have to change and adapt to meet their new needs....

Positive and effective parenting will enable your child to grow into an independent and assertive young person...

Peer pressure is hard for children to cope with and challenging for parents to handle....

Diana Baumrind is one of the world's leading experts in parenting and was responsible for pioneering the concept that different children need different parenting styles....

Different parenting styles exist to help parents to find the best way to bring up their children and deal with any problems that may arise....

Helping your child to understand the importance of problem solving and reasoning is an important part of their development....

Your parenting journey starts with your new born baby who before you know it will be a toddler!...

Pre school children have a lot of change to contend with, and positive parenting is crucial to help them cope with new environments....

Seeking professional help as a parent is sometimes necessary in order to move forward and deal with new challenges....

Single parenting can be stressful and fraught with emotion. The way you feel will change on a daily basis in the early days, and your child's behaviour will change too....

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Talking and listening to our children is a vital part of positive parenting. Make time in your day to chat about what is going on in your lives because effective communication is really important....

Different parenting styles are always needed for different situations. Children need consistent parenting but one style may not suit all situations and types of behaviour. As you child grows and devel...

Parenting styles have evolved over time and are deeply rooted in the research work that was carried out by Diana Baumrind....

Authoritarian parenting is the most traditional method of parenting and parents focus on shaping and controlling their children's behaviour....

Assertive Democratic Parenting is probably the most common parenting style used in today's family's. This style of parenting allows the child a certain amount of freedom while also ensuring they are a...

Permissive parenting is seen by many as a style of bringing up children that can be far too flexible and offer children too much freedom. Permissive parents allow their children to have lots of choice...

Every child is different and requires a different approach or parenting style ranging from permissive parenting to authoritarian parenting....

Children are sensitive to change and their behaviour will alter as they try to cope with different situations and circumstances. Parents can help to manage that change by understanding how their child...

The patterns of our children's behaviour are important indications of their development and growth, and should be closely observed by parents so that significant changes can be managed effectively....

Looking after your own health and wellbeing is as important as looking after your children's....

Being a parent can be tough and it's important to have a good network of family and friends around you....