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  Go to the school's orientation session or open day with your child. Find out when the school runs an open day and make the time to attend. This allows the teaching staff to get to know your child as well as your child meeting other children who will be starting in the same year group.  This will also give you the chance to find out about the basic rules regarding school uniforms, what day is sports day and what they have to take with them in their school bag. Lunch box policy and what food or drink items (if...

How to Prepare a Sibling for the Arrival of a New Baby! You might be excited about the thought of having another baby to complete your family, however, your first born little darling may not quite feel comfortable with the concept of having a sibling! The spotlight that was on her all these years is about to shift and she might feel threatened and confused. To help her make the transition as smooth as possible, let her enjoy and be involved in the whole experience of having a little brother/sister. It is essential to prepare a sibling for the arrival...

10 Commandments for Parenting.   The following are the best rules ever suggested to parents and guardians:   Thou shalt be truly consistent. Do as you say you will. Kids understand where they stand when you are consistent, follow through and indicate what you mean.   Thou shalt expect children to contribute (without being paid). Expect children to help at home but don't anticipate them to do so happily all the time. Remember that motivation and praise will get children to participate a lot more than criticism and punishment, so be your kid's best encourager rather than his fiercest critic....

Instilling confidence as well as positive self-esteem for your child is essential from a very early age, as it is the foundation for psychological health, self-esteem, and well-being in later years. Between the ages of 2 and 5 years, children are at an emotional age, where it's entirely normal for kids to be nervous and sometimes lacking the confidence to tackle different situations outside the main family home.   To create self-confidence in your child at any age, it is essential for you as a parent to become positive in all your actions. Try to be positive, encouraging and full...

"School's out for summer!" Alice Cooper's singing in the background and excitement is in the air. Your kids are positively giddy. They are finally done with the school year and three glorious months of summer lay before them. Summer means swimming pools, barbeques, beach trips, and … some very lazy children who want to watch TV and play video games all day.   It can be hard to keep kids motivated to stay productive over the summer. And I totally get it, they have worked hard all year to earn those good grades (I hope) and now they just want...