If toilet training isn't working, the best advice is to relax, put your toddler back in diapers/nappies and try again later.

It's hard to tell if there's something wrong with your child's speech and language development or not. But trust your instincts and make that telephone call if you're at all worried.

Chores are not just about helping each other around the house. They’re about building self-esteem and, in the long run, self-reliance.

Playing alongside other children is all you can expect from your toddler. At 18 months, they are still too focused on themselves to make really good playmates. But they can always practise.

Siblings’ fights are common, squabbling and arguing is more or less a part of family life. But perhaps that knowledge isn’t enough for you to keep your cool and stay sane. Carry on reading and get some tips on how to keep the peace around the house.

Toys driving you mad? Here is some down-to-earth wisdom from other parents on how to get the mayhem under control.

It is easy to forget each other when you become a parent as your baby takes most of your time and energy. What do you do to keep your relationship alive? Share your suggestions here.

For those days when you're stuck for ideas, here's a list of fun things to do indoors together.

Everyone's tired after four in the afternoon. A long day wears you out. So the hours leading up to bedtime can be tough going. Here are a few tips!

Routine sounds dull to us grown-ups, but it's the exact opposite for children. They love things to be predictable; it makes them feel happy and secure.

It's certainly not unusual for toddlers to hit, but there are ways to prevent hitting becoming a habit.

The key to learning to read is closely linked to being curious about reading. You can awaken that curiosity and a love of reading in your child.