When children are caught smoking
Dear Diane, Last week, when I was out on my nightly walk, I sprang my daughter and her friend at the local park – smoking. I don’t know who was more horrified – me, or her. The crazy
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Deciding on daycare
Make the transition to leaving your tot easier with these tips.
Mother's pearls of wisdom
Take note of these snippets of advice from mums who don’t sugarcoat the truth.
When children are teased about their name
Dear Diane, This might seem trivial but it bothers me and I’m sure I’m not the only parent who has come up against it, so here goes!
Teenagers who text in certain situations
Dear Diane, My daughter is 19 and expecting her first baby. I’ve been going to some of her appointments with a midwife and at Winz, as she is on her own and on a benefit.
Understanding your teenager and their brain development
Keep your wits about you when dealing with your teenager’s brain development.
Children and dogs: safety rules to follow
Your kids will be much safer around dogs if you follow a few simple rules.
When children start making their own school lunch
Dear Diane, My three kids are 15, 12 and 9. This year my partner and I decided that our days of making school lunches...
Is your child gifted?
Dear Diane, How do you know if a child is “gifted” – and if they are, what should you do?
Teaching your toddler how to share
How to teach your toddler that sharing is caring – while minimising the drama.
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