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Behavior & Discipline

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Behavior & Discipline

5 reasons Threenage years are worse than the Terrible Twos

Challenges to brace yourself for when your mini-me turns 3, plus, helpful hints on how to deal with them!

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CONVERSATIONS WITH… An Autism Therapist

Rafizah Begum uses her expertise to better the lives of children struggling with autism and other behavioural issues.

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Behavior & Discipline

10 time-out tactics that work

If you reckon that a time-out works best to correct junior’s bad behaviour, follow these useful tips.

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How to talk to your kid after yelling at him

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

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Should you force your kid to say sorry?

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

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10 telltale signs you’re parenting a toddler

We bet these situations will sound familiar to you if you’ve got a tot at home!

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Behavior & Discipline

Toddler discipline: Do’s and don’ts [Infographic]

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

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9 stages of dining out with your tot

Junior’s behaviour will make you think twice about dining out with her. Here’s how it can all go down(hill)…

The right (and wrong) way to reward your toddler
Behavior & Discipline

The right (and wrong) way to reward your toddler

Does your child expect something in return for every little good deed that they carry out?

How to say “no” to your toddler without actually saying no
Behavior & Discipline

How to say “no” to your toddler without actually saying no

If you hate saying “no” to junior, learn other ways to tell your mini-me what they can’t do or have.

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8 ways to stop yelling at your kid

Follow these expert tips to stay calm in the face of your tot’s bad behaviour.

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5 danger signs you're raising an entitled child

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

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9 ways to handle your dilly-dallying kid

Use these sanity-saving tips to speed up your slowcoach and you can say goodbye to using threats!

9 ways to stop your child from begging
Behavior & Discipline

9 ways to stop your child from begging

Follow these easy strategies to stand your ground if your little one can’t take no for an answer!

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Behavior & Discipline

8 annoying but important toddler habits

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

Why it’s good for junior to feel frustrated (and how to help them)
Behavior & Discipline

Why it’s good for junior to feel frustrated (and how to help them)

Feelings of annoyance, while tough for young kids to handle, benefits junior’s growth in several ways.

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9 ways to be more patient with your mini-me [Infographic]

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

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Behavior & Discipline

My tot only misbehaves with me! Why?

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

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8 effective ways to discipline without using the cane

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

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Behavior & Discipline

How to help your highly sensitive child

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

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Toddler time-outs: 4 important facts to know

Follow these tips to make the most of giving your mini-me a short period to reflect on their bad behaviour.

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15 useful hacks that’ll ease life with a toddler

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

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Behavior & Discipline

5 ways to teach junior self-control

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

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Behavior & Discipline

5 ways to help junior handle big emotions

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

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Behavior & Discipline

16 worst discipline mistakes you can make

The next time junior acts up, avoid making these discipline no-nos while you guide him to behaving better.

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6 ways in which you are turning your child into a brat

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

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Behavior & Discipline

When junior misbehaves: 6 positive discipline tips

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

How to teach patience to your toddler
Behavior & Discipline

How to teach patience to your toddler

Waiting is hard for anyone ― get tips for raising a child who knows the value of this positive trait.

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4 easy steps to put a stop to your child's whining

Don’t lose your cool ― follow these simple strategies to correct your child’s annoying, complaining behaviour!

My toddler is still crying in preschool!
Behavior & Discipline

My toddler is still crying in preschool!

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

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Behavior & Discipline

8 ways kids seem to be naughty but actually aren't

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

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Behavior & Discipline

8 steps to end toddler bedtime battles

If your bedtime war stories can fill a novel, you’ll want to try these handy toddler sleep tips!

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7 ways to amuse junior at the supermarket

You need to grab some groceries with your toddler in tow. Here are ways to shop without junior acting out…

5 steps to discipline your toddler
Behavior & Discipline

5 steps to discipline your toddler

You have to start early, you have to lay down boundaries for junior and stick to them. Here's help!

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5 toddler behavioural issues to look out for

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

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9 ways parents encourage bratty behaviour in kids

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

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7 ways to raise a grateful child

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

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Behavior & Discipline

8 ways to manage "The Trying Threes"

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

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Raise happy kids ― Teach them empathy

Make the world a better place with kind, caring and compassionate children. We tell you how to go about it.

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8 tips to get junior to follow your instructions

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

 

 

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6 ways to get junior to ditch digital devices

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

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10 ways in which your tot embarrasses you

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

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Behavior & Discipline

How do you handle playground conflicts?

Playground disputes can upset both kids and their parents. An expert has tips on how to handle such clashes…

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8 secrets to raising a well-behaved child

Follow these top tips to turn your mischievous munchkin into a courteous cutie!

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Behavior & Discipline

8 tot-tantrum triggers (and why)

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

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Behavior & Discipline

8 steps to handling your strong-willed toddler

Got a pint-sized person who’s stubborn, demanding and always likes taking charge? You might be raising a strong-willed toddler…

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Behavior & Discipline

7 reasons to love the Terrible Twos

Two-year-olds may be a handful, but this is also one of the most rewarding phases for your peewee and you.

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Behavior & Discipline

10 social skills every child needs to know

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

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