Media Reported Trauma – 10 Tips For Supporting Teenagers
By: Collett Smart
Weekly news reports of wars, natural disasters and violence, can cause great concern in children. Read more
Boys Have Body Image Issues too
By: Collett Smart
Part of my day job sees me lucky enough to spend time with teens. I have run media literacy seminars for students, in schools around the world, for a number of years now. Read more
Building a Growth Mindset in Your Teen
By: Sabrina Peters
As a parent, you might often find yourself wondering how to best support your teen through the challenges of adolescence. One powerful tool you can equip them with is a growth mindset. Read more
How to Foster Great Relationships Between Kids & Grandparents
By: Sabrina Peters
Grandparents are natural storytellers, carriers of family heritage and values that give children a sense of connection to their roots. Read more
How to Handle Swearing in Your Household
By: Kourtney Smith
Swearing has become more common in today’s culture. Many families choose not to use certain words at home, but kids can still pick up language from school, movies, social media, or family members. So, how can parents positively handle this issue? Read more
6 tips on Young Teens, Sleepovers and Parties
By: Collett Smart
There is something both exhilarating and scary about the freedom that comes with being a teenager. Read more
School Overwhelming? Collett Smart’s Parenting Hacks
By: Laura Bennett
Has this new school year felt overwhelming? The shock of new routines, new teachers and managing family calendars can be exhausting. Read more
Are Schools Ignoring Bullying?
By: Bec Harris
Bullying is an ongoing issue in schools, and when parents feel like the school isn’t doing enough, emotions can run high. A recent case in South Australia highlighted this when a mother stormed into her child’s classroom to confront the students bullying her daughter. Read more