by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | Parents & Carers
Parenting in Australia can be hard… A growing number of grandparents are taking on the parental responsibility of raising their grandchildren. Also known as ‘kinship care’ this means that grandparents raising grandchildren are giving up the traditional benefits and...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | School Aged Children
We all know parenting can be a tough – but also extremely rewarding – job. At times, family life can be moving along well and at others, there may be challenges which push you and your child to your limits. Here are the top 5 issues affecting parents about their...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | School Aged Children
While school holidays are a welcome break from the busyness of school routines, there is never a break from parenting. The following tips will help you have fun and connect with your kids so you make the most of the school holidays: 1. Plan Get your kids involved in...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | Parents & Carers, Teenagers
Parenting teenagers can be very challenging and the family home can seem like a battleground at times. Parents often feel like they are ‘walking on eggshells’ to try and keep the peace. To create more harmony, try: Picking your battles – Be firm on...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | School Aged Children, Teenagers
Parent Line receives thousands of calls from parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s online gaming. Concerns are wide-ranging, including worries about exposure to violent and anti-social content, the amount of time spent gaming and aggression from...
by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | Teenagers
Transitioning to high school can be an exciting time and full of new experiences, but it can also be worrying and challenging for many young people. These worries are all normal. High school also means a move from the familiar to the unknown, and a whole new way of...