P.E.T. South AfricaMar 33 minRoutines: Why They MatterA routine reduces the fear of the unknown. It is comforting to a child because it helps them feel in control of their world.
P.E.T. South AfricaFeb 44 min3 Tips for managing meltdownsTantrums and meltdowns rank among the top issues parents face. Luckily, there are effective parenting techniques to help weather-the-storm.
P.E.T. South AfricaJan 83 minStarting big school? How to handle the big emotionsFour helpful tips on how to help your child prepare emotionally for the first day of school.
P.E.T. South AfricaOct 3, 20192 minExam time - 5 Steps to setting rulesNo parent wants to see their child crack under pressure to perform. Therefore, it's wise to approach the rules and boundaries we set during
P.E.T. South AfricaSep 4, 20193 minHelp! I've messed up parentingSimple ways you can turn your mess-up into a learning opportunity for you and your child.
P.E.T. South AfricaAug 5, 20192 min3 Tips for parenting in the digital ageParents play an important role in teaching children healthy tech habits; on how to use these devices moderately and appropriately.
P.E.T. South AfricaJul 4, 20193 minHow to help your child identify and express emotionsMany parents are unaware of the vital role they play in the emotional development of their child.
P.E.T. South AfricaMay 19, 20193 minMy children won't stop fighting! - 4 Ways to handle sibling rivalryNothing makes a parent feel more helpless and dispirited than the sounds of siblings shrieking, shouting, bickering, competing... at times it can feel never-...
Guest ContributorApr 23, 20193 min4 Tips on how to listen to your childIn the course of my work with parents, I often get asked the question “what is the single best piece of parenting advice that you would give to parents?” And...
P.E.T. South AfricaMar 20, 20192 minHelp! My child has a problemA child will come across many ups and downs in life. They will have many strong feelings, thoughts, or problems and as a parent, it’s not always easy to dete...
Guest ContributorFeb 19, 20193 min10 reasons why you should upskill as a parentIn this day and age of constant improvement, further education and career progression we are continually busy to improve, learn and grow. We make sure that w...
P.E.T. South AfricaJan 17, 20193 min4 Tips to prevent morning meltdownsGetting an entire family up; washed, dressed, fed in the early morning is no doubt a minefield for potential meltdowns. And let's face it - these breakdowns ...
P.E.T. South AfricaDec 13, 20183 minHow to approach the holiday 'screen time battle'The December holiday is here. Across South Africa, parents and children are rejoicing the end of another school year. No more early morning chaos getting dre...
P.E.T. South AfricaOct 30, 20183 minThe days of physically disciplining your child in South Africa are numberedSouth Africa's Department of Social Development has officially published the Children’s Amendment Bill for public comment. In short, this Amendment Bill will...
P.E.T. South AfricaOct 4, 20182 minHow to help your child cope during examsFor children across the country, October marks the start of their final examination period. Soon all jokes will be set aside, teachers will be in revision ov...
P.E.T. South AfricaSep 3, 20183 min5 Steps to solve the 'veggie war'If there is one frustration that parents around the world have in common, it's the so-called 'veggie war.' The battle between children and their least favour...
P.E.T. South AfricaAug 2, 20183 min4 Reasons why you should let your child failAs parents, we are often eager to place ourselves between our children and failure. We want to protect our children from the thorns that can cause displeasur...
P.E.T. South AfricaJun 29, 20183 min4 Things you need to face as a work-at-home parentThe idea of working from home might be tempting, but there is a lot to consider before deciding to move your office plants. Working from home plays out diffe...
P.E.T. South AfricaJun 1, 20183 min3 Simple ways to approach the bedtime battleParents, we've all been there! You've just put the kids to bed, and with your cup of tea, or something stronger, you've nestled yourself on the couch in fron...
P.E.T. South AfricaMay 2, 20182 minParenting: A sticky situationLike gum stuck to the sole of a shoe, stress is one of the stickiest matters to control and get rid of. Stress sticks to just about every pair of shoes we fi...
