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A four-year-old child sitting on a sunlit living room sofa beside a smiling mother while holding a wooden puzzle piece with both hands.

Emotions & Behavior

Pacifier Weaning, Thumb Sucking, and Nail Biting: Ages 1–9 Guide

A practical, punishment-free guide to weaning off a pacifier, stopping thumb sucking, and easing nail biting in children ages 1–9 while protecting emerging teeth.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years

8 min read

A parent and child in a bright home pack a familiar toy into a small bag, with moving boxes behind them.

Emotions & Behavior

Moving with children: a plan for a new home and school

Make room in your moving plan for the things your child can keep: familiar belongings, everyday connections and a clear picture of the next school day.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years
9-12 Years
12-18 Years
+2

5 min read

A kneeling parent gently holds the hand of a toddler looking down while wrapping the other arm around a crying child

Hitting, biting & aggression

Toddler biting and hitting: what to do from ages 1 to 5

Did daycare call to say your toddler bit someone again, or is your child hitting you? Why biting, hitting and pushing happen from ages 1 to 5, what to do in the moment and how to prevent it.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years

7 min read

A parent sticks a star on a reward chart on the wall while a smiling child waves; a cushion and an hourglass sit in the corner

Emotions & Behavior

Toddler punishment, time-out or rewards? What works from ages 1 to 12

Tired of threats that don’t work? How punishment, time-out and rewards differ, which one fits each age from 1 to 12, and how to do a time-out step by step.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years
9-12 Years
+1

7 min read

A parent sitting on the edge of a bed in a child's room lit by a small night light, child peeking over the blanket

Fears & anxiety

Child afraid of the dark: a calm bedtime plan that works

Fear of the dark is common between ages 2 and 7. Here is what actually helps: a predictable bedtime routine, small brave steps, and the signs that call for a pediatrician.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years

7 min read

Parents listen to their child describing their feelings

Emotions & Behavior

Understanding Your Child’s Behavior

Learn how to interpret your child’s behavior as communication shaped by development, needs, and context. Discover practical steps to observe, respond, and support without punishment or diagnosis.

0-12 Months
1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years
9-12 Years
12-18 Years
+3

6 min read

Anger & tantrums

Big Feelings, Safe Responses

When anger, frustration, or intense emotions lead to outbursts, caregivers can respond with calm, clear boundaries that keep everyone safe while teaching emotional skills for life.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years
9-12 Years
+1

6 min read

A mother offers her young child consistent choices

Emotions & Behavior

Tantrums & Not Listening at Ages 1–6

Tantrums and refusal to listen can feel overwhelming at ages 1–6, but understanding their causes and responding with calm, consistent strategies helps both child and parent. Learn age-appropriate ways to set limits, prevent meltdowns, and build cooperation.

1-3 Years

6 min read

A toddler and parent sit on the floor choosing colourful face cards that show different feelings

Anger & tantrums

Temper Tantrums and Emotion Regulation at Ages 1-6: Calm Boundaries Guide

Read a young child's big feelings through developing language and self-control rather than a bad-behaviour label; protect safety during the storm and, from 3 to 6, build emotion skills in calm moments.

1-3 Years

8 min read