Little Brother Gets His Car (pdf 65 KB) An adolescent boy gets his first car and his push for independence creates some changes in the family. (Teenager) Living with Grunting Teenage Boys (pdf 83 KB) An entertaining and revealing story from the mother of two adolescent boys, and some advice that has helped her with her parenting. (Teenager) Lunches and Learning (pdf 67 KB) How one family handled the transition to school, with some great tips for parents with children starting primary school. (Early school age) Off to Schoolies (pdf 75 KB) As her eldest son prepares to go to schoolies, a mother talks about what his independence means for the family. (Teenager) Riding the Storm (pdf 95 KB) A mother shares her experience of parenting a boy with food intolerances, and provides some great tips for other parents facing this challenge. (Primary school age) Supporting Shyness (pdf 87 KB) A story about responding to one child's unique personality and helping her to develop skills for being with other people. (Primary school age) Terrific Twos (pdf 69 KB) A great example of how using empathy with young children can help to manage their behaviour and teach them skills about emotions and communciating. (Toddler) The First Goodbye (pdf 88 KB) A touching story about a child losing their beloved pet, and ways for parents to help children through such experiences of grief and loss. (Preschooler) The Poo-Covered Monster (pdf 63 KB) An amusing and informative anecdote about the struggle to manage a 2 year old's nap-time antics. (Toddler) What Love Means (pdf 69 KB) A gentle reflection on how saying 'sorry' can strengthen and bring hope to family relationships. (All ages) When Love and Crime Collide (pdf 87 KB) A powerful story about the impact of a young family member committing a crime, and thoughts on how families can deal with such distressing events. (Teenager) |