Toddlers and young children develop deep attachments to their parents, for obvious reasons. They look to their parents for comfort, security and support. That’s why, for many toddlers and young children, they begin to experience what is known as ‘separation anxiety’ when their parents are not around.

In this week’s article, we look at some most commonly asked questions surrounding separation anxiety in toddlers and young kids. We also provide some practical tips to help parents deal with separation anxiety. Have a look.

Organising a party for your little one - no matter what the age - can be a surprisingly stressful experience. There’s the invitations to consider; the cake to prepare; the games to organise. With all the little details to consider, many parents will find themselves wondering whether it’s worth the hassle. Not only that, but throwing a child’s birthday party can be surprisingly expensive too. Don’t despair just yet, however.

In this week’s article, we’re going to give you our top tips for organising a stress-free birthday party, without breaking the bank. These simple tips and ideas should ease some of the burden and help make the experience great for both you and your little one. Take a look.

As your toddler gets older, he or she will become more independent. Although watching your child mature is one of the many joys of parenthood, this new-found independence can create challenges. As your toddler grows older - and ever more confident - he or she might begin challenging your authority. When it comes to putting your little one to bed at night, for example, you might discover that your evenings have become full-blown battles between you and your toddler.

In this week’s article, we’re going to provide some suggestions on getting your toddler to sleep through the night. From creating the right kind of sleep routine and environment, to acknowledging your toddler’s new-found independence, these practical techniques should be of some help. Take a look.

Raising a toddler is challenging at the best of times. From picky dietary choices to sibling rivalry, toddlers demand a certain amount of patience and level-headedness. One issue faced by many parents raising toddlers, for example, is the issue of aggression. In this week’s article, we’re going to explore the best approaches to take with your aggressive toddler. From trying to understand the source of your toddler’s frustration, to encouraging greater communication and setting clear boundaries, these simple techniques can be a great help to parents struggling with quarrelsome toddlers. Take a look