Children
When it comes to behaviour change children are one area of life where many challenging or unwanted behaviours tend to surface the most. Particularly from the point of view of those raising the children who often want to change or ‘manage’ the behaviour of the child.
These articles provide practical, simple, relatable examples of how supporting, understanding and assisting children to be the loveable beings they truly are can be very simple to achieve.
Jul20
Toddler Tantrums: Is my child just naughty … or are they anxious?
Tanya R Curtis explores why toddlers experience tantrums highlighting that there is a need for understanding of what they may be experiencing.
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Mar04
Your Questions, Answered – 07
We look at two common issues - what to do when your kids don't like their homework? And how to manage differing parental values in ...
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Jan17
Your Questions, Answered – 06
We answer two common issues - When to loosen the boundaries on kids as they grow up. And how to support kids with regular routines ...
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Dec11
Your Questions, Answered – 05
We examine a common issue within many couples - how to handle a disagreement in parental values between each other?
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Nov12
Your Questions, Answered – 04
We examine screen time and how as a parent you can ensure you are making the wise decision when it comes to managing time on ...
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Aug31
Your Questions, Answered – 03
This month we examine why it is taboo to feel proud of your child when speaking to other parents. Is this feeling really true?
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Jul07
Your Questions, Answered – 02
We examine the common situation for most parents - how to stop your kids asking for things when you are out shopping.
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Jul03
Your Questions, Answered – 01
Judgement is common place in all areas of life and it has such a detrimental affect on all of us. We examine how to truly ...
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Apr01
Competitive Spirit: Good or Bad?
Is competition natural to us? Does it offer any true benefit or advance for us? You may be surprised by just how harmful competition is.
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Mar03
Growing Up: Changing Parental Relationships
As children grow up their needs change and parents need to adapt and be responsive to what is needed. It is important to have no ...
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May27
I heart handwriting
Learning to write can be difficult for some children with undue stress and tension experienced. We share some supportive tips.
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May01
Mothering or Smothering?
Mothering and smothering. Two very similar words in annunciation but, by geez by gingo, their meanings are polar opposite!
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Apr30
Kids’ Parties: What Are We Teaching Our Children?
Whilst childrens' parties are fun and exciting they are also filled with many opportunities to learn valuable life lessons.
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Dec20
Tips to Support Understanding During Toilet Training
Behaviour Specialist Tanya Curtis examines why toilet training can take forever for some to be successful and what can be done about it.
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Dec04
Holiday Season: The Pros and Cons
Tanya Curtis examines why for some school holidays can be a time which brings a sense of anxiety, dread and lack of structure and purpose.
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Nov04
Travelling Terrors – Can We Avoid Them?
Holidays and travelling appear a great idea and, for many, it is all smooth sailing. However, for others it is an absolute nightmare. Why?
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Sep04
Parties Make Great Classrooms
Parties can range from being settling and fun to being full of emotions of varying intensities— Why the extreme, why the polar opposite?
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Jul08
Perfectionism – is it debilitating my child?
What is perfectionism? Is it affecting you and your child? Behaviour Specialist Tanya Curtis takes a look and reveals how harmful it is .
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Jul01
The Effects of Competitiveness for Children
What is the impact of competitiveness and comparison on a person's psychological wellbeing? Is it causing more damage than we realise?
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May11
A Mother’s True Role
What is a mother’s true role? Is it to live up to the images of what it means to be a 'good' mother, or is ...
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Apr28
Foods and Moods
Do foods really impact our moods? Fabic Behaviour Specialist and Counselor Tanya Curtis looks into the correlation.
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Apr27
Fussy Eaters and Problem Feeders
Is your child fussy about their food or presenting with eating issues? We examine what may be causing this and what may support your child.
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Mar30
The Playground is a Classroom of Life
It is common to think of playgrounds as fun for all. Why then do we see the tears, the frustration and the tantrums at the ...
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Mar22
Sport: Healing or Harming the Soul?
Our Australian culture is very much sports-based. How far is too far when it comes to promoting a sports-oriented culture within your home?
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