Behavior & Discipline

A child who apologises but does not mean it. Does it matter?

Being zen benefits junior and you ― find out how to stay calm when your tot gets on your nerves.

From thumb-sucking to dragging teddy around, here’s how to break your little one’s bad habits — fast!

No need to struggle during junior’s threenage years when you use these tips to stay one step ahead of them.

Follow these expert steps to rebuild your relationship with junior, plus signs that you have anger management issues…

Bring out the best in your mini-me even when she has emptied your handbag on the floor — again.

Ever feel that your mini-me take things for granted? Here are some ways to teach gratitude to your little one.

How to identify which toddler “tribe” your child belongs to.
 

Your kiddo’s Houdini-like escapes from the car seat can take the fun out of any road trip. Here’s how to stop them…

Is your child singling you out for his tantrums? Discover the real reason, plus get ways to deal with him…

Your mini-me can be such a handful sometimes. So, put some order back into your life with these angst-saving tips!

Encourage good behaviour from your toddler and set limits for them with these discipline guidelines.

Is your little chomper sinking his fangs into others? Get expert tips to stop your tot’s bad (but normal) behaviour!

From British Royals to Hollywood stars, these famous parents, like you, have been embarrassed by their stroppy offspring’s spectacular meltdowns!

You have to start early, you have to lay down boundaries and stick to them. But what does that mean? SmartParents gets words of wisdom to help you.

Correcting your little one’s mistakes needn’t be harsh and painful when you do so with a firm and loving hand.

You’ve seen the reality show Supernanny, and the “naughty step” is used by many parents. But new perspectives suggest this popular mode of discipline might do more harm than good.

We have solutions if you have trouble keeping your young ’uns away from their electronic gadgets.

Follow these easy steps to ensure that your older child and baby become the best of friends.

How to decode junior’s bad behaviour, so that you’ll be able to diffuse the situation and restore calm.

Your tot’s irritating behaviour may push your buttons, but guess what, they are great for her development!

How do you deal when your tot refuses to listen to you? We have expert advice…

Showing your child how to respond without acting impulsively is an important life skill you can impart to them.

If your emotional child cries over everything, you have ways to help them to cope with their intense feelings.

Although your mini-me’s meltdowns can be embarrassing and draining to deal with, these outbursts will benefit them.

Don’t get worked up if junior’s not listening to you. Here are strategies to get your messages through to him.

Is your little one showing signs of jealousy or anger towards their new sibling? Here’s what you can do!

Goodbye placid newborn, hello monster toddler! Your little one is a running, talking whirlwind of passion and opinions. Here’s how to survive the most exciting and messy time in your child’s life.

Is junior ruling the roost? Here’s how to turn the tide around…

How to reshape your child’s eating habits, so that they won’t turn to food to relieve stress and sadness.

It can come as a shock when your toddler tells you to go away. Learn how to manage the situation.

Don’t lose your cool when junior bawls ― try these useful one-liners that should ease your child’s tears!

If junior is always throwing tantrums and being rude, are you guilty of parenting no-nos that make them behave badly?

Your little one is not deliberately trying to drive you insane — we interpret 8 behaviours for you…

Listening and talking effectively sets the stage for positive interaction with your kids. Ensure your words count with these strategies.

Many of your child’s actions are a normal part of their development. Find out why they act this way.

If your preschooler is still bawling when you drop her off in school, here are ways to ease her anxiety.

Sure, complimenting your kid is good for her self-esteem but overdoing it can turn her into an entitled brat!

Is your child acting like a monster? You may unwittingly be enabling junior’s bad behaviour. Find out how.

Here is how you can support parents who have to deal with their tyke’s public meltdowns…

Pick up useful methods to teach junior right from wrong that do not involve physical punishment.

Childhood is full of awkward moments ― having these abilities will help junior find their way in any situation.

Culled from comments and personal experiences, these are things you should watch out for when attempting to travel with junior…

Make sure feeding your tot’s a breeze by following these smart strategies!

If junior is having a hard time managing his ups and downs, here are ways you can help him.

Yep, kids say ― and do ― the darndest things. How many of these cringeworthy moments can you identify with?