Raising confident kids

We’ve all got an idea of who we would like our kids to become and most parents would place confidence pretty high on the list of desirable traits. We share some expert advice on instilling confidence in your child at every age and stage.

toddlers playing in a stream outdoors

Raising Confident Kids

We’ve all got an idea of who we would like our kids to become and most parents would place confidence pretty high on the list of desirable traits. We share some expert advice on instilling confidence in your child at every age and stage.

Little wonders

While we sometimes struggle to maintain composure within our own family, childcare teachers seem to manage a room full of children with ease. Early childhood educator Miffy Welsh shares some of her insights with Casey McPike.

Eight ways to tackle toddler tantrums

Sometimes you can see a tantrum brewing and other times you’re blindsided. Either way, it’s good to have a few go-to strategies up your sleeve.
close up of unhappy baby

Challenges ahead

As your baby moves into toddlerhood from around 15 months, they’ll begin to experience developmental milestones that can simply seem like downright difficult behaviour. Jai Breitnauer explains the eight most common signs.

Ball play for toddlers

Baby development expert Gill Connell explains the many benefits of ball play for growing brains and the best ways to tackle it.

Fun & games

Child development expert Gill Connell explains why it’s important to let your toddler play by their own rules and how you can help by joining in.