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The team's articles on parenting, emotions and children's mental health, and news from the project.
Why does my child sleepwalk and what can I do about it?
Sleepwalking is common in childhood and almost always goes away on its own. Knowing what to do during an episode reassures the whole family.
Obsessive behaviour: when should I worry?
Rituals and quirks are part of development. The difference between a habit and a problem is the distress it causes and the time it takes up.
How can I help my child build study habits?
A good study habit is built with routine, a suitable space and growing independence, more than with hours in front of books.
What can I do to get my child to eat a bit of everything?
Accepting new foods takes time and many tastes without pressure. The table works better as a meeting place than as a battlefield.
How can I get my child ready on time in the morning?
Mornings go better when much of the work is done the night before and the routine is so clear that there is no need to keep repeating instructions.
How can I help my child enjoy video games in a healthy way?
Video games can be a positive pastime if there are clear limits, age-appropriate content and room for everything else.
What should I bear in mind when planning a family holiday?
A good holiday is not the one packed with activities. It is one that combines rest, time together and just enough routine for everyone to be comfortable.
How can I make homework time calm and productive?
With a clear routine, a good space and just the right amount of help, homework time can stop being the worst moment of the afternoon.
How can we make our separation less difficult for our children? (Part II)
After a separation, what protects children is stability, similar routines in both homes and being kept out of the adults' conflict.
How can we make our separation less difficult for our children? (Part I)
How a separation is announced has a big influence on how children experience it. Clarity, a united front and one message repeated: it is not your fault.
How can I help my child stop wetting the bed?
Bedwetting is common and involuntary. With patience, a few habits and professional help when needed, it is resolved in the vast majority of cases.