Parenting

Overwhelming evidence suggests that, within the context of the early years of a child’s life (0-5), the single most important factor influencing a child’s intellectual and social development is the quality of parenting and care they receive and the quality of the home learning environment that this creates. What parents do is ultimately more important than who parents are.
 

The Centre for Early Childhood Explainer Series Short animated films explaining brain development in early childhood, and how interactions between babies, young children and caring adults make a positive difference to their social, emotional development. More ... From videos by The Centre for Early Childhood Learned optimism When you face challenges, are they hurdles you can’t overcome or temporary obstacles you can easily get past? What makes the difference? A: How we explain why things happen in our lives. But we can develop and nurture optimism over time. More ... From an article on Psychology Town Childhood has changed A discussion exploring the challenges facing modern parenting, emphasizing the cultural shifts that undermine parental authority and the effects on child development and well-being. More ... From a video by Bishop Barron Presents What praise is most motivating for children? Motivation to achieve in school declines over the school years. Although many people believe children need praise, it can backfire for motivation. To raise self-esteem and bring its benefits, adults should.. More ... From an article by Bold ​What happiness means to children Happiness is one important parenting goals in today's modern society. Children's sense of happiness is not driven solely by immediate desires, but by a concern for goodness and actions that benefit themselves and others. More ... From research by Professor Fan Yang, Chicage Unive AI generated parenting advice one tap away There are many apps which offer expert parenting advice and now we are seeing some offer parents immediate, personalised, AI-generated advice on any situation they are faced with, from teething to tantrums. More ... From a blog by Nesta and other sources Feeling good for doing good: recognizing children’s moral pride The warm feeling you get after doing a good deed. Parents can guide children by pointing out kind acts, discussing how these affect others, reflecting on emotions that accompany such acts. More ... From an article by Child and Family blog Three resources for parents of toddlers Free downloadable resources for you to give away in your community to parents of 1-5's and advertise your parent and toddler group based on resources of SKIP, a community campaign in New Zealand. More ... From material by SKIP (Strategies for Kids, Inform Three resources for expectant and new parents Free downloadable resources for you personally or to give away in your community to expectant or new parents, based on resources of SKIP, a community campaign in New Zealand. More ... From material by SKIP (Strategies for Kids, Inform The importance of the first few years: one family's story Who you are as a person is largely shaped during these formative years. "Our son has had the best start in life, something that hasn’t happened in my family for as far back as anyone can remember." More ... From a video by For Baby's Sake Trust The expectation of fatherhood as a vocation Without an involved father, the family cannot approach the perfection of which it is capable. We must do everything in our power to recapture, reignite, and recommit to the expectation of fatherhood as a vocation, a calling in life. More ... From an article by the Institute of Family Studies Reminiscing with your child  Reminiscing with children at various ages benefits the children linguistically, cognitively, emotionally, and academically. More ... From an article on Child and Family blog What responsibility do parents have for their children's mental health?  There is a belief in many parents who come for guidance that children are the problem. “Fix my child." They can’t see how their behaviour, style or issues may impact their child. More ... From an article by the Institute of Family Studies The first 1001 days  Children’s development in the early years sets them on a positive trajectory. Children’s development at just 22 months has been shown to predict their qualifications at 26 years. More ... From infographics by the Parent Infant Foundation Your toddler was born to help  Research suggests that all children are naturally helpful, and parents play a crucial role in keeping it this way. The caveat is that it has to be real help, or else it could later backfire. There are lasting benefits. More ... From an article by Bold The courage of parenting if you have a history of trauma  On one hand you want your children to get what you didn’t, have opportunities you didn’t have. On the other, you worry that they don’t appreciate what they have and won’t get strengths you have. More ... From a blog by Gretchen Schmelzer A parent asks her child what she could have done better  The conversation could have hurt but it needed to be one that healed. Parent offered a generous and kind-hearted gift by engaging with the child - "let's heal together and grow stronger." More ... From a video by Alison Cebulla, ACEs Connection Mental health difficulties in young people: a toolkit for parents  It's stressful for a parent to see their child having mental health issues. Where to start? This toolkit has key topics, signposts to information, shared insight by parents and young people. More ... From an initiative by the City Mental Health Allia The effects of harsh parenting  Research shows that harsh parenting, such as hitting or shouting, may have a damaging effect on children’s behaviour and emotional development. This can lead to a self-perpetuating loop... More ... From an article by Child and Family Blog Four Styles of Parenting  Developmental psychologists have identified four parenting styles and all have different impacts on children; Authoritarian, Authoritative, Permissive, Uninvolved. What is impact on children? More ... From an article by Kendra Cherry No Crying at the Dinner Table  A film that highlights the common stigma in families against expressing emotional vulnerability. It presents a portrait of intergenerational trauma, grief, and secrets about things left unsaid. More ... From a video by Carol Nguyen What makes families resilient?  Children who know a lot about their family tend to be more resilient and therefore have better chances for good outcomes when faced with challenges. More ... From research by Dr Marshall Duke How to be a resilient parent  Numerous researchers have concluded that how parents respond to stressors is much more important than the stressor itself in determining the outcomes for themselves and their children. More ... From a study by Center of the Study of Social Poli Strong families - flourishing children Children living in families with higher levels of resilience and connection are much more likely to flourish. This is true across all levels of income, health status and exposure to adverse childhood experiences. More ... From an article by The Sector (Early Education)