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How your child’s maths education might be very different from yours
‘Why would they change maths?’ Teachers today teach very differently from when parents were at school, write Benjamin Zunica, Bronwyn Reid O’Connor and Eddie Woo.
What parents can do about sibling conflict
Families with multiple children will likely experience sibling conflict at some point, writes Dr Deborah Trengove. Here she shares what parents can do to help restore calm to the household.
How to support children with ADHD, from Andrew Fuller
Clinical psychologist and family therapist Andrew Fuller explores practical ways to support our neurodiverse children and young people to reach their potential.
How to make the most of uni open days
The university Open Day season has arrived, and students are welcomed on to campus. Careers expert Helen Green gives practical tips and advice for you and your teenager to make the most of Open Days 2023. Plus links to more info.
4 signs of parental burnout, and what you can do about it
Feeling exhausted, fed-up and disconnected can result in parental burnout, writes Alan Ralph. He shares four positive ideas parents can implement for their own wellbeing.
How to manage your child’s self-criticism
Comparison can drive us to improve but as Amber Sowden writes, it can also lead to self-criticism. Here she offers helpful advice on how to respond to a child in the habit of negative comparison.
When your first-born child is your self-appointed 2IC, from Dr Judith Locke
Do you have a bossy first-born, who sees themselves as your deputy in the family? Dr Judith Locke explains why the role of constant helper isn't always great for your child.
Why meditation should be taught in schools
There is a strong case for teaching meditation in schools, with studies showing it delivers benefits for students in many areas, writes Lea Waters.
How to be a best and fairest sports parent, from Nathan Burke
Are you too focused on your child winning at sport? In this extract from his new book, AFLW coach and football great Nathan Burke explains how you can take a better approach. Plus find out how to get a discount on the book.