by Parent Line NSW | Dec 13, 2022 | Advice + Tips, Parents & Carers, School Aged Children
Christmas can be a time for family, connection and celebration. For many this time also brings stress and other emotions like loneliness, sadness, disappointment and grief. Such feelings can arise especially if this is the first Christmas since a beloved family member...
by Parent Line NSW | Nov 11, 2022 | Article, School Aged Children
School-related anxiety is a complex and challenging issue that can cause a great deal of distress to families. But there are solutions and with support, most children and young people go back to a normal pattern of school attendance. On this page: Self-Compassion What...
by Parent Line NSW | Nov 18, 2020 | Toddlers & Preschoolers
Every child develops differently and as a parent you want to know that your child is reaching their developmental milestones. Whilst every child reaches particular milestones at their own pace, if you notice that your child is slower to develop communication,...
by Parent Line NSW | Nov 18, 2020 | Parenting a Child with a Disability
Parenting a child that has additional needs can be stressful and challenging. Parenting a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can also bring additional challenges. A child with Autism Spectrum Disorder can have difficulty with communication, engaging socially...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 15, 2020 | Parents & Carers
Parenting across different cultures is very common in Australia with about one in four parents born overseas. Parenting in Australia can be hard… As a parent, our cultural background shapes our values, practices and beliefs which can be really tricky when parenting in...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | Babies
In the early years of parenting it can feel like no one’s needs are being met fully. It is really important that all parents have some time-out to recharge. Simple examples of self-care are: Going for a walk or doing some exerciseSleeping-in every so oftenCatching up...
