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.
The case for banning corporal punishment of kids
Australia is lagging behind the world in still allowing parents to physically punish their children, writes Sophie Havighurst. She argues we must make it illegal.
Best of the Web: Talking to kids when money is tight, and more
How to have money conversations with your kids, leaving the phone at home, and why my parents lied to me about my birthday.
Team Family: Why we need the family meeting
Families are teams and need regular team meetings to make them work, writes Dr Deborah Trengove. She gives her top 10 tips for effective family meetings.
How video games are supporting young people to build positive social connections
Video games are being used as an effective tool to help neurodivergent kids develop important teamwork skills, writes Jess Rowlings.
Best of the Web: Vaping – what’s happening in schools, and more
Concerning research on vaping and behaviour issues in schools, a new Barbie with Down syndrome, and how a tired mum found the fun in life again.
Best of the Web: Explore the Children’s Book of the Year awards shortlist, and more
Celebrating the finalists in this year's Children's Book of the Year, disturbing research on girls in school uniform being harassed on the street, and a moving reflection on why the small moments of parenting matter.