Category Archives: Parenting
As Parents We Would Like Our Children To Value Themselves
Written by Julia Gorham Doing and thinking for young children will contribute to lowered self esteem and undermine their self-confidence. You will create opportunities for your child to develop a lot of self-doubt by sending messages showing that you do … Continue reading
Young children and grief
Adults and children process grief very differently. Here are some tips from personal experience about what is helpful with a preschool child dealing with grief. Be Honest. I was very open with Nicky about how things were going in hospital. … Continue reading
The Art Of Effective Listening
Written by JULIA GORHAM The art of communications is based upon mutual respect and this means that both parent and child allow one another to express their beliefs and feelings honestly, without fear of rejection, even though you may not … Continue reading
Promoting Healthy Eating Habits For Young Children Is Essential
By teaching your children healthy eating habits, and modelling these behaviours in yourself, you will enable your child to lead a healthy life style in years to come. As a young child, my mother was vigilant about healthy eating habits and … Continue reading
Left Handed Children
By Julia Gorham Did you know that about 10 percent of the population prefer their left hands? And that genetics plays a large role? Did you know that left-handed children are generally right-brain dominant, they are often more creative, emotional and … Continue reading
As A Mother of Two Adult Daughters
By Julia Gorham As a proud Mother of two adult daughters, I am reflecting back on what I hopefully instilled in my daughters. As parents, we are here to guide and love our children through life. “No matter how … Continue reading
Quality versus Quantity time with your child
Written By Julia Gorham There is no doubt the quality time verses quantity time is an important ingredient in a building a happy and memorable relationship with your child. Spending quantity time with your child, where you are … Continue reading
Tips For Pre-schoolers To Develop A Love Of Lifelong Love Of Reading
The early years are critical in developing a lifelong love of reading. It is never too early to begin reading to your child. Read together every day. Make this a warm and loving time when the two of you can … Continue reading
How Parents Can Accelerate Their Child’s Cognitive Ability
Written by Julia Gorham In preschool years the effect of a child’s home environment and parent’s behaviour is vital. It is in this age period that parents will have the greatest effect on their child’s cognitive development. In middle childhood, … Continue reading
Sibling Rivalry
By Julia Gorham Sibling rivalry is impossible to ignore and can be heart breaking to observe. Acting as a referee in the duel between your your offspring is not easy. The most important thing to remember is that you do … Continue reading
