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Many believe teens 'need a firm hand' when it comes to discipline, here's why they're wrong
Authoritative, rather than authoritarian, parenting is the way to go
By Sarah Ockwell-Smith Published
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‘Consent begins at home with you’ - psychologist Dr Martha shares how to model consent and keep kids safe
It's never too early to teach and model consent to your children - this begins at home with, and knowing about it will help keep your child safe.
By Adam England Published
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Toddler who was born deaf can now hear - thanks to breakthrough medical treatment
A new type of medical treatment has helped a toddler who was born deaf to be able to hear without a hearing aid
By The Week Junior Published
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'Our quest to have a baby cost us £60K' Couple share their long (and expensive) journey to parenthood
Sarah Swann, 44, and her husband spent £60,000 to fulfil their dreams
By Louise Baty Published
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Shimmerverse Pixlings Pegacorn review: this toy might involve a mystery reveal, but it's the doll and her pet that are the real magic
Find out how this new Magic Mixies toy faired when tested by our parent tester Punteha and her eight-year-old daughter
By Sarah Handley Published
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5 ways to respond to your child whining, from psychologist Dr Becky (#3 is spot on)
Whining is difficult to hear, and just as hard to get to the bottom of - psychologist, Dr Becky, shares simple tricks for parents to respond to whining positively.
By Adam England Published
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Why it's a good idea to think before you speak - advice by The Week Junior
Taking time to choose your words carefully helps you communicate better
By The Week Junior Published
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'All I wanted was a baby - so I did it on my own' Mum shares her very unique journey to parenthood
Sarah Myers had always wanted to be a mum but time was running out
By Kerry Harden Published
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The top 20 parenting wins that 'keep parents going', says new study
Being a parent is difficult, but caregivers are sharing the little wins that keep them going - and it really is these small things that help everyone through the hard days.
By Adam England Published