Years 10 to 12 are undoubtably the most critical school years that our kids face in their academic journey. Yet many...
Teens
Simple restorative yoga for screen-addicted kids
We all know how addictive spending time on devices can be, and how it can affect sleep, but what about posture? Here’s...
The growing pains of adolescence – navigating the teenage years
At Parentline, we consistently receive calls asking for support in several areas: parents dealing with unruly teens...
TAFE teen hooks dream career
For many teenagers, making the leap from high school to full blown adulthood can be a daunting process. From settling...
Does your child have a ‘frenemy’?
‘When you ask yourself is that person my friend or enemy… they are your enemy.’ The Urban Dictionary. The term...
5 essential finance rules to teach your teen
Research shows that money conversations between parents and their children lead to increased financial capability and...
Should I give my child a smartphone?
By Bessie Hassan Kids with smartphones is becoming a reality. According to finder.com.au research, almost one in four...
Teaching kids to spot fake news
Do you know how to spot a fake news story from a genuine one online? It’s not something we needed to learn when were...
25 ways to ask your teen about school
‘How was school today?’ ‘Mmmm ok.’ Sigh. Sound familiar? It’s often hard to get anything more than a monosyllabic...
What to do if your child is being cyberbullied
In this digital age, cyberbullying is sadly now something we all need to be aware of. But do you know what to look out...
4 simple tricks to get kids to put down their devices
The kids are back to school, and back to their usual routines. And, if you’re like most Aussie parents, often this...
25 ways to ask your kids ‘how was school today?’
What happens when you ask your kids, 'How was school today?' The response rarely varies. 'Fine', 'Good', 'OK'. You...