How to help your stressed or anxious child & when to see a professional
How do you help young children cope with anxiety and distress, and how do you know when it is time to seek professional help?
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Child won’t eat? Why you DON’T have to worry
Being a good parent is the hardest job in the world and it’s your responsibility to look after your child’s basic needs – sleep,...
What to do if your toddler refuses to nap
If only kids understood that their nap time isn’t just for them – actually it’s for the parents or caregivers looking after them: we're...
Drowning prevention & how to keep kids safe
Drowning is one of the top five causes of accidental death in South Africa, and a disproportionate number of those fatalities occur in children....
Worried your child might have a lazy eye? Here’s what to do…
We are often quick to write off the small idiosyncrasies we notice in our children as just that, a representation of their wonderful individuality,...
Why your child picks their nose & how to get them to stop
Let's start off by saying that it's perfectly normal - and extremely common - for a child to pick their nose. Is it unsightly?...
Dummy weaning: 6 ways to get your toddler to stop using a dummy
It's important to note that most children will give up the dummy when they're ready to - and you're unlikely to come across a...
Signs your child might need to see a speech therapist or audiologist
Has your child's doctor referred you to a speech therapist? Or do you simply suspect they may need some extra help with their language...
What to do if your child breaks, damages or knocks out a tooth
Around 50% of children experience some kind of dental trauma during their childhood - some severe, and others mild. Dental trauma is not life-threatening...
Why it’s important for families to eat meals together
Have you ever heard the saying, “Dinner is better when we eat together”? Well, it’s not just because it encourages family bonding – it...