Shyness is a matter of personality. So it’s not your child who has to change; it’s you. Maybe it sounds harsh. But it’s not hard at all. It just requires less pushing.

There are certain things you always thought you'd know how to handle, like tantrums. But that was a long time ago - before you became the parent of a strong-willed two year old!

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

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!

A blast in the fresh air is just what you need to beat cabin fever. Here are some fun things to do outside with your preschooler.

It's a toddler's body that dictates when it's time to stay dry for a whole night. Until that happens, there's no point trying to hurry the process.

It's a tricky time giving up the daytime naps - everyone's a bit tired and scratchy. But don't worry; after a while things will calm down and you'll find a new routine that works.

Friendships are one of the most important things there are. But it’s not really until now your kid will actually make friends. It takes time to get all the skills you need to be a friend.

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.

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.

There are two key ways you can help your child develop language. One is to read to them a lot. The other is to talk to them.