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Domestic violence hurts children too!

Lists effects Domestic Violence can have on children and how to help.

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Listening to children

Tips on interacting and communicating with children.

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It's not okay to shake babies

Highlights the damage that shaking a baby can cause, and provides tips on responding to a crying baby.

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Alternatives to smacking

Simple strategies for non-corporal discipline of children.

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Listening to babies

Assists parents to interact with babies.

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Listening to young people

Tips on how to understand and be a good listener to young people.

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Keeping children safe from sexual abuse

Outlines sexual abuse facts, offers tips on how to keep a child safe from sexual abuse & how to react if a child has experienced sexual abuse.

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30 Ways to boost a child's confidence

Simple strategies to build a child's self esteem.

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Use words that help not hurt

Outlines the damage caused by negative language and provides tips for positive reinforcement.

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When a child feels sad

Assists parents and carers deal with children experiencing loss/grief/sadness.

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The importance of play

Explains why play is so important in a child's development and tips for parents on how to play with their child.

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Being a dad

Tips for men to develop effective parenting skills as their child grows.

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