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Parenting together – navigating the challenges and conflict over different approaches.
While every parent or carer wants the best for their children, parents and carers may not always agree on the best way to parent. Some parents prefer to take a firmer or more authoritarian approach to raising their children, others may prefer a more gentle and collaborative parenting approach. These differences can result in conflict between parents and confuse children. If you’d like to know how to manage different approaches to parenting with your parenting partner then thi

Dr Rosina
Feb 17, 20251 min read


Strategies for thriving during school holidays.
Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine interviewed on ABC Illawarra. Parenting expert Dr Rosina McAlpine from Win Win Parenting discusses strategies for thriving during school holidays rather than just surviving. She introduces the "Go Ape" program, which stands for Attitude, Planning, and Enjoy. She also emphasizes the importance of self-care for adults to maintain well-being during the holidays. Listen in to find out more..

Dr Rosina
Feb 13, 20251 min read


What distinguishes bad parenting from occasional parenting mistakes?
What distinguishes bad parenting from occasional parenting mistakes?

Dr Rosina
Feb 11, 20251 min read


How can co-parenting apps improve communication and collaboration between parents?
How can co-parenting apps improve communication and collaboration between parents?

Dr Rosina
Feb 11, 20251 min read


Living with adult children at home – navigating the in’s and out’s and up’s and down’s
Living with adult children at home – navigating the in’s and out’s and up’s and down’s

Dr Rosina
Feb 11, 20251 min read


Xmas presents - managing kids expectations
Dr. Rosina advises focusing on holiday rituals, and watching movies rather than just gifts.

Dr Rosina
Dec 2, 20241 min read


Stepping In: When should you?
When should you Step in when you see a child in distress or danger.

Dr Rosina
Nov 19, 20241 min read


Screen time and your child
Dr Rosina is interviewed by Nick Rheinberger on ABC Illawarra about the challenges for parents and the guidelines for screen time.

Dr Rosina
Nov 6, 20241 min read


Bullyproofing your child
Are you worried about protecting your child from being bullied online or in-person? If your child was being bullied, would you know what to

Dr Rosina
Oct 21, 20241 min read


Self-regulation: Supporting children to be able to manage their emotions, thoughts and behaviours
I'm sure everyone knows an adult or two who struggle to manage their emotions and behaviours right? So how do people learn self-regulation? As your children grow under your guidance and loving care, you help them to learn how to eat well, exercise, get enough rest, manage their emotions and gain the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the world safely and happily. Overtime, the aim is for us parents and carers to “do ourselves out of a job” as our children learn to tak

Dr Rosina
Sep 23, 20241 min read


Parenting using rewards and punishment or natural consequences
Parenting using rewards and punishment or natural consequences

Dr Rosina
Sep 23, 20241 min read


Dr Rosina McAlpine, busting the myths and stereotypes about "only children"
Dr Rosina on the ABC Radio Brisbane by Katherine Feeney program Afternon. What are the myths of only children.

Dr Rosina
Sep 3, 20241 min read


Busting the myths about only children -ABC Radio
Are only children disadvantaged. What are the myths, why do they linger, and what are the outcomes for "only children"

Dr Rosina
Jun 3, 20241 min read


The many long-term benefits of being a mummy's boy and a daddy's girl!
We've all heard of the terms "mummy's boy" and "daddy's girl" and usually it comes with negative connotations. Well not anymore!

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20241 min read


Is there such thing as a healthy time-out for kids?
When disciplining children, many parents use time-out, choosing it as a “better” alternative to smacking.

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20241 min read


SBS Article - Positive role models can stop the cycle of gender-based violence
By stopping disrespectful behaviour and education through positive role modelling, we can put an end to the cycle of violence.

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20241 min read


Walk to School Safely Day
Most parents can’t seem to agree on the right age to let their children walk to school alone.

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20241 min read


3 Steps to a Happy, Confident Child - Woman's Day
Child development expert Dr Rosina McAlpine shows how to boost your child’s confidence and beat the back-to-school stress.

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20242 min read


Parenting Sessions Podcast
In this new podcast series, Parenting Sessions, Dr Rosina McAlpine is interviewed about the latest parenting issues.

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20241 min read


Child Wise - Emotional Intelligence
If you have children, you know their emotional highs and lows are just a normal part of life.

Dr Rosina
May 14, 20241 min read
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