How to manage and evaluate the private tutors and instructors you have hired. Once you have hired a tutor, you may be relieved to step aside and let an experienced professional help your child. But don't step so far out of the way that you lose sight of whether or not the tutor... more

Is there nothing in the world your child wants more than a pet? Why not think about getting them one of these small animals that are suitable for children. A constant companion and a friend to always play with – no wonder so many children crave a pet of their own. Pets... more

Even if "everyone else is doing it," read this before creating a social media account for your child. It's only a matter of time until you hear the dreaded question out of your tween's mouth: "When can I get on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter?" When the question comes -- and... more

How to tell if your child is being cyberbullied and what you can do to help. As the number of devices, apps and social media sites that our children use continues to grow, so do our concerns about their safety. With its many facets, cyberbullying is one of the biggest... more

How to keep your children safe online. Social media has long since become a dominating feature in the lives of today’s teenagers. As parents, we may hope that our teens choose to spend their time elsewhere but in reality, we must accept that social media is here to stay.  ... more

From relocation to new employment, the working relationship between nannies and the family they work for can end for many reasons. As this often happens after many years together, it can be a distressing parting for the children, nanny and parents.   When the working relationship with a nanny ends, developing... more

After the excesses of the holidays, we are quick to turn to the fresh start of the New Year with all its hopes and resolutions. But, how long do they really last? This year, instead of compiling a list of resolutions that are all but sure to fall by the wayside, choose one... more