Parenting techniques that may not work

Our son was taking a long shower, so long that there was concern about drowning, even for his younger sister.

What can go wrong when Mum’s away? A lot, of course. But then there are moments that can restore your hope in humanity.

I’m a softy as a dad until pushed. Tell them off? Sure. But then I feel as guilty as a kid caught shoplifting.

My computer-loving children still love board games, you just have to remind them where they are.

My 12-year-old daughter put her foot down on my wearing Speedos at the pool.

My youngest daughter eats breakfast in slow motion, making me often late to work in my home office. Speed her up? I found a solution, I think…