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Understanding Boys is a hub of information curated from around the world to assist parents raise and educate their sons.

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Understanding Boys, a resource for parents of boys. By Brighton Grammar School
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    5 ways to ease the pain of ‘parenting overwhelm’

    Parenting by Bec Cavalôt August 11. 2017

    Wherever you are along the parenting path, it occasionally gets a little bumpy. Here’s how to deal with parenting-induced overwhelm.

  • Teaching kids about money

    Top tips to teach kids about money

    Parenting August 01. 2017

    Tips to help you create a healthy conversation around money matters with your son (rather than creating a money-mad monster).

  • Handling your almost-teen’s fight for freedom

    Parenting by Melissa Jeffcott July 28. 2017

    Want to stop the great freedom debate from turning into a battle? Try these top tips.

  • How to say no to your son

    Parenting by Travis Hopgood July 25. 2017

    Saying “no” to your son is tough. Saying “no” the right way is even tougher. A father and teacher shares his top tips.

  • I didn’t know I needed a son

    Parenting by Bec Cavalôt July 21. 2017

    Just like this mum, I didn’t know I needed a son. But I feel so lucky. Because I got two.

  • How to respond to “I’m bored”

    Parenting July 14. 2017

    With the end of the school holidays in sight, here’s why it’s OK to respond to your sons’ boredom.

  • Talking to your teen about gaming

    Parenting June 30. 2017

    Here’s how to see your son’s gaming as a tool to connect, rather than a problem to be dealt with.

  • 10 resolutions for becoming a more grateful parent

    Parenting June 23. 2017

    In busy times, it’s more important than ever to put these ‘gratitude resolutions’ at the top of your to-do list.

  • Talking to your young son about death

    Parenting by Olivia Tims June 13. 2017

    An experienced school psychologist offers some practical suggestions to help you talk to your son about the death of a loved one.

  • What should a 4-year-old know?

    Parenting June 09. 2017

    Overwhelmed with milestone checks and getting your son school-ready? Take a breath. This is what every 4-year-old actually needs to know.

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