Parenting
Parenting is an aspect of life that is notorious for encountering challenging situations that may push our boundaries of what we may be used to in life. And yet parenting can equally be very fun and evolutionary for all.
We break down many of the common issues and situations encountered during parenting and share another perspective of how these experiences in the classroom of life (as Tanya Curtis terms it) can be approached.
Jul20
Toddler Tantrums: Is my child just naughty … or are they anxious?
Tanya R Curtis explores why toddlers experience tantrums highlighting that there is a need for understanding of what they may be experiencing.
Jul03
Being a man – anxious much?
Tanya R Curtis explores how most men experience anxiety when expressing from their sensivity and shares ways we can support men with this.
Jul07
Your Questions, Answered – 02
We examine the common situation for most parents - how to stop your kids asking for things when you are out shopping.
May05
Q & A With Fabic
We answer - How do I handle others who make me feel like a bad mum? How to be in a friendship with another whose ...
Mar03
Growing Up: Changing Parental Relationships
As children grow up their needs change and parents need to adapt and be responsive to what is needed. It is important to have no ...
Aug04
Supporting our Tweens
It may be hard to see sometimes, but at the core of our tweens is an awesome, amazing and lovable being, not the monster that ...
May01
Mothering or Smothering?
Mothering and smothering. Two very similar words in annunciation but, by geez by gingo, their meanings are polar opposite!
Apr30
Kids’ Parties: What Are We Teaching Our Children?
Whilst childrens' parties are fun and exciting they are also filled with many opportunities to learn valuable life lessons.
Dec20
Tips to Support Understanding During Toilet Training
Behaviour Specialist Tanya Curtis examines why toilet training can take forever for some to be successful and what can be done about it.
Dec04
Holiday Season: The Pros and Cons
Tanya Curtis examines why for some school holidays can be a time which brings a sense of anxiety, dread and lack of structure and purpose.
Nov20
The True Gift of Christmas
Christmas is a wonderful time of year. However it is also a time filled with lots of stress, angst, tension and expectations. Why is this ...
Nov04
Travelling Terrors – Can We Avoid Them?
Holidays and travelling appear a great idea and, for many, it is all smooth sailing. However, for others it is an absolute nightmare. Why?
May11
A Mother’s True Role
What is a mother’s true role? Is it to live up to the images of what it means to be a 'good' mother, or is ...
Apr28
Foods and Moods
Do foods really impact our moods? Fabic Behaviour Specialist and Counselor Tanya Curtis looks into the correlation.
Apr27
Fussy Eaters and Problem Feeders
Is your child fussy about their food or presenting with eating issues? We examine what may be causing this and what may support your child.
Feb12
The Parent and Child Romance
More than anything in this world, children want to be seen and confirmed for who they truly are. This means letting go of any pictures/needs.
Oct01
Playing By My Rules
From the outset of a baby being born they are confronted with rules and expectations. The question is, are these rules harming or supporting?
Sep24
School Holidays… A Golden Opportunity
The school holidays are upon us and so are the myriad of holiday activities. But do the school holidays need to be expensive and busy?
Sep01
Allowing Dads To Be Who They Are
What does the role of Dad ask men to be? What impact does this have on all fathers in the world? Are our expectations causing ...
Jun01
Little Runaways
We examine how do you deal with children who are misbehaving in public places and explore why this behaviour may be happening.
May01
Sibling Rivalry
Whilst sibling rivalry is socially accepted, it can lead to anxiety, conflict and tension. We share what the alternatives may be.
Feb01
Saying Goodbye at School… Harder for Child or Parents?
We examine how to deal with the tears and feelings of anxiety from the parents as they drop their child off at school for the ...
Dec01
Happy Holidays?
Have you ever wondered why at the end of the festive season so many people are ‘relieved’ that ‘it’s all over for another year’?
Nov01
Does lying to our children impact on their development?
It is not uncommon for children to be lied to by their parents. These lies might seem minor but they have a big impact on ...
