Minimising Materialism this Christmas
One of the great joys of Christmas morning is seeing the look of rapture on your child’s face when they open the perfect gift. As…
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7 Tips For a Relaxing and Memorable Summer Holiday
Each year, when summer holidays roll around, I remind myself that I need a break. I remind myself that it is time to try to…
10 Easy Traditions That Can Make Christmas Meaningful For Your Family
Ok. I know. You’re not even sure if you should read this article. Christmas is already busy enough. Non-stop events, too much money spent, and…
Building Relationships and Trust
This past week I have had one of my videos go globally viral – 30 million views and counting! Can you believe it? 30 MILLION! The video is…
When do I Tell My Kids the Truth About Santa?
Dear Dr Justin, “My husband and I go out of our way to make Christmas a special occasion for our two daughters aged eight and…
How to Turn your Anger Around Without Yelling
Every parent has those days. The ones where your child has refused to get ready for school, thrown food at his brother and stomped on…
The Big Debate: Should you Delay your Child’s Start in School?
The debate among parents as to whether they should delay their child’s start in school is a big one. Should we start them early because…
What to do When Your Child is the Bully
Hi Dr Justin, “We have a ten-year-old daughter and we’re worried she is a bully. There have been several incidents at school where she has targeted innocent…
How Much Sport is Too Much for our Kids?
Hi Dr Justin, “I have a ten-year-old daughter who is a very good swimmer and competes at state level. This year she increased her training…
How to Get your Children to Really Listen
As parents, sometimes you feel like you can talk and talk and your child just doesn’t listen. Sometimes they may just have a blank look…
Why do Teenagers Become ‘Allergic’ to their Parents?
Dear Dr Justin, “My son is 14 and up until recently we have always been close. When he got in from school he couldn’t wait…
How to Lay a Strong Foundation for Health and Happiness in your Teenage Daughter
Video Interview with Edwina Murphy-Droomer for the Masterclass “Empowering a League of Extraordinary Mothers.” Watch the full interview here
When is it OK to Leave your Child Home Alone?
I was born in the 1970s, and raised in a lower-to-middle-class suburb. Mum and Dad ran their own business and they both worked long hours. This meant…
Are Smart Toys Safe?
There is a toy revolution building. Kids toys are becoming smarter. It’s part of the “internet of things”, which basically means that every “thing” you…
How To Keep Kids Motivated To Play Sport
In some circles, junior sport has become a hotbed of competition and comparison. The push to “do your best” starts early. Kids want to win and they…
Can We Discipline Other People’s Kids?
Hi Dr Justin, “I was in a park recently with my two kids (aged 4 and 1). A boy there was being a little rough so we…