Nurturing Boys in Modern Society
The current debate as to who has it tougher, girls or boys misses the point. It's essential to recognise that both boys and girls face unique challenges. Pitting the genders against each other fuels the problem. Rather than viewing it as
Managing Sibling Rivalry
Parenting is a rewarding but challenging journey, and, if you have more than one child, a common hurdle is dealing with sibling rivalry. It’s likely that you’ve encountered those moments when your once-adorable little ones turn into fierce competitors, leaving
Is it OK to Kiss Your Child on their Lips?
As a child psychologist, I have been asked my view on this issue, and I must admit, my first thoughts are not about the kiss itself, but of despair at the media seemingly never giving parents a break. Why do
What parents need to know about sexting
The children of today are growing up in a world of technology and social media that is very different to the world we grew up in. It is important that as parents, educators and carers, we all understand the pressures
How to Improve Your Child’s Social Skills
What are Social Skills? Social skills are the key to connecting with others – speaking and understanding, using words and actions. They help kids make friends, grasp feelings, and do well in groups. In this article, we'll explore these skills, their
How to help your child make friends
For many of us, our biggest worry is our little one struggling to make friends or feeling left out. We want them to be able to socialise and form meaningful friendships – after all, human beings thrive on companionship. Sadly as
The Importance of Family Communication through Play
Families that play together, stay together Everyday life is busy and it can be difficult to spend quality time together as a family, but family bonding is important to maintain close relationships. As they get older and want more independence, you
Blended families: What to do when your child doesn’t like your partner
Blended families are now commonplace in the United Kingdom and the traditional 2.4 family unit is in some respects, a thing of the past. When a new family is formed that includes children from a previous relationship, this is termed
How Playing With Your Grandchildren Keeps Your Mind Active
As we get older, it is only natural that we play less than we did as children. One of the reasons play is so important for children is the learning and developmental benefits they get from it. For example, mastering their
