A dad’s role in teaching acceptance of others
As a role model, it is important for fathers to be aware of how they treat other people and to model inclusion of people from all backgrounds and abilities. To do this you need make the effort to be aware of any prejudices you may have yourself. It can be helpful to reflect your own […]
Dads as role models
A father’s influence can last a lifetime. What you say and do now will shape your children’s attitudes, how they behave and the decisions they make as they move through their journey to adulthood. As fathers, it is important to realise that your children are watching and listening to everything you say and do when […]
Being a dad: The simple things
There are many things that fathers can do in the midst of a busy life that make a difference in the lives of their children. It doesn’t take a huge amount of time and the busier you are the more kids appreciate the time you spend with them. It makes them feel really special and […]
How to teach your child about boundaries
Boundaries in healthy relationships are just like boundaries on a sports field or a court. It’s like setting a line that you don’t want someone to cross in the way they treat you. Boundaries work both ways and need to be respected by both parties. The saying “treat others how you would like to the […]
Make reading time fun with your child
From a young age reading has a profound impact on a child’s development, social skills and language. When fathers read to their children it also provides valuable bonding time to strengthen your relationship with your child. Research has found that fathers who read to their children at age two had predicted better language development at […]
How dads can impact their child’s learning
Dads, you have an important role to play in your child’s education. Not only have fathers been shown to have a significant impact on academic achievement, but your child’s attitude towards learning and school is also very strongly influenced by you. So, if you show and encourage a love of learning, you will be setting […]
Explaining bullying to younger children
Bullying comes in different forms, like teasing, name-calling, spreading mean rumors, making threats, or even physical aggression. It can also happen online, known as cyberbullying. What might seem like harmless teasing to one child could actually feel like intimidation to another. It’s important to understand that the effects of bullying can vary from person to […]
Navigating teenage friendships
Teenage friendships are different from those in their younger years. They become more intricate, with closer bonds built on trust. Transitioning to secondary school brings challenges in maintaining and changing friendships. It takes time for teenagers to find peers they truly connect with and form healthy, close relationships with going forward. As teenagers explore their […]
How to support your child’s social wellbeing
The importance of supporting child social well-being, particularly in the context of making friends, cannot be overstated. How you teach your children to socialise and relate to others will impact how they build relationships and friendships with others. As social creatures, human beings thrive on connections, a sense of belonging, and nurturing relationships. Enhancing your […]
Early social and emotional learning
Helping your child with their early social and emotional learning is important. Just like so many other aspects of children’s development, social skills are learned skills. Early childhood teachers spend as much time teaching social and emotional skills as they do academic skills because getting along with others and self- regulation are the basis for […]
Blokes do ask for help
As fathers and father figures, it’s so easy to get lost in our other roles and forget what our first job is. Yet being a dad is the most important job we’ll ever do. What we do, or don’t do as dads, has an enormous impact on the happiness and health of the kids […]
The benefits of equal caregiving
Traditional gender roles have long dictated that mothers bear the primary responsibility for raising children, while fathers focus primarily on their careers. However, equal parenting is becoming more prevalent in today’s society, and rightly so – the positive impact not only on child development, but for equality in the workplace and home, is evident. Below […]