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Behavior

Parent calmly supporting a child during a difficult moment

Why Does My Child Behave This Way? 5 Functions of Behaviour

Challenging behaviour does not have to mean your child is being naughty or trying to get their way. Learn to look beyond labels and understand what may be behind shouting, refusal, throwing things, or sibling conflict.

Oct 01, 2026 17 min read

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Triggers of Challenging Behaviour in Children: Hunger or Tiredness?

Strong reactions are not always simply a child’s unwillingness to cooperate. Learn how hunger, thirst, tiredness, noise, rushing and changes to plans can affect behaviour—and how to respond while keeping clear boundaries.

Oct 01, 2026 15 min read

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Parent helping a child cope with losing a game

Does Your Child Struggle to Lose? How to Help Them Cope with Anger After Losing

Losing a game can trigger tears, shouting or frustration in children. Learn how to support your child through disappointment, set clear boundaries and help them manage big emotions.

Oct 01, 2026 13 min read

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Parent calmly responding to a child throwing toys

Does Your Child Throw Toys? How to Respond Step by Step

Does your child throw toys, blocks, cups or other objects, and you’re not sure how to respond without shouting? Learn how to keep everyone safe, calmly stop the behaviour and set clear boundaries.

Oct 01, 2026 14 min read

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Parent helping a child transition after screen time ends

Meltdown When the Show Ends: How to Help Your Child Transition Between Activities

The end of a show can trigger big emotions in children, from tears and shouting to refusing to cooperate. Learn why transitions can be hard and how to support your child calmly and consistently.

Oct 01, 2026 14 min read

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Parent calmly separating siblings during an argument

Sibling Fights: When to Step In During Children’s Arguments

Do your children fight, and do household arguments quickly turn into shouting, pushing or tears? Learn when to let siblings work things out and when an adult needs to step in calmly to keep everyone safe.

Oct 01, 2026 14 min read

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Parent calmly setting a boundary with an upset child

Your Child Has a Tantrum When They Hear “No”: Setting Boundaries Without Escalation

Does your child have a tantrum when they hear “no”? Learn how to set calm, clear boundaries, respond to anger after disappointment, and support your child through difficult moments.

Oct 01, 2026 15 min read

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Parent calmly supporting a young child after a biting incident

Child Biting: Why It Happens and How to Respond at Home, Nursery and Preschool

Child biting can be worrying, especially when it happens with other children. Learn why it happens, how to respond calmly, and how to reduce biting at home, nursery and preschool.

Oct 01, 2026 14 min read

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Parent calmly setting a boundary with a child who is angry

My Child Hits Me: How to Respond Step by Step

What should you do when your child hits you or other children? Learn how to stop the behavior calmly, set clear boundaries, and teach safe ways to express anger.

Oct 01, 2026 14 min read

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