Parenting Help

Support strategies for parents dealing with external pressures and personal wellbeing concerns. Articles cover peer pressure, school relationships, and accessing professional help.

Getting Support as a Parent

Lean on friends and family for support as a parent, but set boundaries so their help doesn't overwhelm you.

Health Professionals and Your Parenting Style

Health professionals like your GP, midwife and health visitor play a key role in supporting you through pregnancy, birth and early parenting.

How to Cope with Competitive Parenting

Stop letting other parents' competitiveness stress you out and focus on celebrating your own child's unique development.

Making Time for Yourself as a Parent

Carving out personal time as a parent isn't selfish—it actually makes you a better parent and helps your mental health.

Parenting and Schools or Teachers

Help your child transition to primary school by choosing the right fit and building a strong relationship with their teacher from day one.

Parenting Peer Pressure

How peer pressure affects kids and what you can do to help your child navigate social pressure at school and beyond.

Parenting: Problem Solving and Reasoning

Kids understand more than you think—talk honestly with them and let them work through problems together.

Seeking Professional Advice as a Parent

Your GP or health centre can connect you with professional support for parenting challenges, from bullying to sleep issues to managing on your own.

Your Health and Wellbeing as a Parent

Parenting drains your energy fast, but small steps like exercise, sleep and time with friends can help you stay healthy.

Your Parenting: Friends and Family

How to handle advice and support from friends and family when you become a parent.