Children will feel a natural sense of curiosity about their bodies, differences in their private parts, pregnancy, sex and a whole range of topics that could make the most confident parent quake. Knowing how much to teach about sex to children as they grow older and dealing with questions that arise can be difficult. However, the awkwardness that a parent may feel during child sex education should not lead to a delay in this important discussion. Click here to Read more
Teen cutting is now more common than before, with the issue being dealt with in movies, and with celebrities talking about their own experiences with deliberate self harm as well. Many teenagers either indulge in cutting oneself or know of someone who does, whether parents and teachers are aware or not. Deliberate self harm or SI (self injury) could take the form of branding, burning, banging one’s head repeatedly, hair pulling, bruising or marking in some form, or cutting. Click here to Read more
Potty training for toddlers may be relatively easy or could take longer than you expect, depending on your child. Usually children are ready to learn how to use a potty in their second year, but it may differ. It is advisable to watch for signs of your toddler being ready to understand potty training methods before you begin actually training him or her. As with any other skill, the most effective potty training methods are patient and understanding. Click here to Read more
Sibling conflict is a natural part of family life and of growing up. Often sibling jealousy extends into adult years and can crop up in arguments between siblings many years later. However, during childhood, while it may cause a great deal of annoyance and stress to parents, sibling relationships with all their stress can be a source of learning for children. The most common causes of sibling conflict are a need for attention, resentment when one child thinks the other is being favored, boredom, or even the personality of each child. Click here to Read more
