Parenting often brings moments where a child’s behaviour feels far younger than their age. Emotional outbursts, impulsive reactions, difficulty taking responsibility, and a general sense of being “stuck” are far more common than many people realise. These moments can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like nothing we say or do is helping. The reality is that immaturity is not a deliberate choice or a behaviour problem — it’s simply a sign that a child’s emotional an

Over the past few weeks, many parents and teachers have been shaken by the heartbreaking stories of bullying appearing in our news feeds. Seeing children hurt one another leaves us with a mix of anxiety, frustration, and deep concern. It is painful to imagine your own child being harmed — and just as painful to imagine them being the one who causes harm. In Hold On to Your Kids , Dr. Gordon Neufeld and Dr. Gabor Maté offer a powerful reframe that many adults find both surpris

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Many parents today feel like they’re losing influence over their children. Instead of turning to parents for guidance and support,...

Imagine this: Your house throbs with the familiar chaos of family life. Schedules clash, homework demands attention, and extracurricular...

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"If you're a good parent, you're going to frustrate your 2-year-old, and that doesn't mean deliberately. It just means when they want a...