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  • Hilarious picture books your son will actually want for Christmas

    Parenting by Bec Cavalôt December 08. 2017

    Humour is a great way to bring out the bookworm in your boy. These 5 funny picture books will be a welcome addition to your son’s Christmas stocking.

  • Encouraging your son to take healthy risks

    Parenting by Jennifer L.W. Fink December 05. 2017

    He wants to push boundaries. You just want to keep him safe. Here are 5 ways to navigate your son’s need for risk.

  • 21 boy-friendly parenting tips and strategies

    Parenting by Michael Grose December 01. 2017

    Sometimes raising sons can be stressful. These 21 tips will help you rediscover the joy of parenting your boy.

  • Top teen worries, and how to handle them

    Parenting by Naomi Tham November 28. 2017

    Clinical psychologist Naomi Tham offers advice to help you engage with and support your teenage son through tougher times.

  • How to get your son to listen – without yelling

    Parenting November 26. 2017

    Want to stop yelling at your kids? You may need to start by being kinder to yourself.

  • Talking to your son about gambling

    Parenting November 07. 2017

    With more teenage boys gambling than ever before, could Cup Day be the catalyst for an important chat with your son?

  • 9 facts about boys that you may not know

    Parenting by Michael Grose November 03. 2017

    According to parenting educator Michael Grose, the more you know about boys, the better placed you are to meet their needs.

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    5 easy DIY Halloween costumes for boys

    Parenting October 20. 2017

    These 5 scarily simple boys’ Halloween costumes should earn your son a few extra treats, and you some serious creativity credits.

  • How to handle your son’s unhealthy risk-taking

    Parenting by Chris Hudson October 17. 2017

    Taking risks is part of life (particularly if you’re a teenage boy). Here’s how to encourage healthy risk-taking and keep your son out of the danger zone.

  • A teacher’s tips for developing independence in your son

    Parenting by Raelene Plozza October 10. 2017

    A teacher and mother’s tips to help you help your son develop independence, in and outside the school gates.

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