The parenting expert shares tips on how to ensure fewer tears and more laughter

They love getting the party invitations but get overwhelmed and anxious as soon as they arrive at the actual party

One reader responds to Joanna Fortune's advice about helping children to learn Gaeilge, while others examine topics including Catherine Martin's trip to the Ryder Cup 

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He says it's too difficult and doesn't understand the grammar. I've tried to help him but he doesn't want to do the homework

Engaging ways to strengthen and enhance the parent-child relationship – at any age 

I want to encourage her independence but I'm worried about her safety

It's heartbreaking hearing crying — is just walking away when school starts the best option or can we find another way to fix this?

From toddler tantrums to teenage tempers, our experts have it covered

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"Just because he doesn’t get upset or cry going into daycare doesn’t mean that he may not be holding some worry or anxiety about separating from his parents."

"It sounds as though you have not had a conversation with your daughter about the boundaries of having a boyfriend visit her at home - taking a paradoxical approach might help..."

"Back-to-school can bring lots of change and unpredictability - here are my top 10 tips for your child"

I want to support his sense of adventure but worry about his safety. Any time I tell him to be careful, he tells me not to worry. But I worry all the time

It’s total isolation, and it breaks my heart to know she walks around alone and sits in the toilet on her phone

"Starting primary school is a significant transition, but keep in mind that your son is part of a group of children all making that transition together."

Sometimes it seems like a toddler's thoughts are moving faster than their capacity to string words together and they can 'trip' over the words

"I had a tense relationship with my daughter during her teenage years and want to ensure the trip is a success"

"Your grandson is at a tricky age developmentally. It is normal and healthy for him to seek out his mother and even demand her full attention and focus."

"Don’t force your baby into anyone’s arms  - leave space for him to feel comfortable enough to move past this phase."