Parenting

Practical parenting tips on bedtime routines, screen time, homework, picky eating, chores and family traditions, without the judgment.

Maya CollinsSep 12, 20264 min read

Maya CollinsAug 4, 20264 min read

Low-pressure habits such as repeated exposure, shared meals and a say in the menu tend to work better than bribes or battles.

Maya CollinsJun 25, 20264 min read

Matching jobs to a child's age keeps chores doable, builds confidence and lightens the load for everyone in the household.

Maya CollinsMay 15, 20264 min read

The traditions children remember are often small, repeatable and personal, so you can start one this week without spending anything.

Maya CollinsApr 6, 20264 min read

Your job is to build the conditions and the confidence, not to supply the answers, and a few steady habits make homework time calmer.

Maya CollinsFeb 25, 20264 min read

A short timeline, a clear schedule and a manageable guest list turn a kid's birthday party from stressful to genuinely fun.

Maya CollinsJan 17, 20264 min read

Clear, shared rules about when and where screens fit work better than ad hoc battles, and they can be revised as your children grow.

Maya CollinsDec 8, 20254 min read

A short, predictable sequence of the same few steps each evening helps many children wind down, and it can be adjusted as they grow.

Maya CollinsJan 26, 20244 min read

Ten ways to embrace foster parenting with confidence, from building trust and routines to looking after your own wellbeing.