Middle school has a reputation of being the toughest age for parents. The growing desire for independence and increased importance of social dynamics—coupled with major hormonal changes—makes this ...

Starting kindergarten is a huge milestone. It’s often the first time a child has been away from their parents for an extended amount of time. Even if they have previously spent time in a childcare ...

Wildfires don’t just leave behind physical damage. For some children, the emotional impact from evacuation, loss of a home, or disrupted routines can linger long after the fire is out, especially if ...

Is it ever okay—or at least, understandable—for one child to bully another? I spend a lot of time speaking to parent groups and students about bullying, and it’s common for parents to approach me ...

As summer fades and the start of the new school year draws near, many parents find themselves torn between excitement and anxiety. Major transitions—whether it's sending your child to kindergarten for ...

Starting primary school is a momentous and exciting time for children. A positive start to school has been linked to children’s social and academic success in their first year at school. Children ...

Gretchen Geng works for Flinders University. Big Talks for Little People receives funding from Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation, Little Heroes Foundation, Medibank, BeyondBank, and the ...

Imagine receiving a call from your child’s school saying that your child is bullying others. When you receive that call, take it in, work to understand why your child is acting this way, and develop a ...