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Imaginary friends

Imaginary friends - Coram Family look at their role in a child's life

Increasing your child's self-confidence and self-esteem

Jo Douglas, author of Toddler Troubles, gives advice about how we can help our children grow up feeling good about themselves

Is dribbling normal for a three year old?

Experts answer a question about a dribbling three year old

Is your child hyperactive?

Many children are labelled as 'hyperactive' but the disorder is rarely explained fully. Psychotherapist Frances Campbell takes us through some of the symptoms and treatments of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder in pre-teen childre

iVillage Voices - real life stories

Feeling stuck or unsure which way to go? Why not get a variety of opinions on a subject to see the bigger picture. Get topical and informative advice here from members of iVillage on a range of topics from relationships to financial issues

Juggling nursery and the West End

Zoe Tyler is well known for her role as a celebrity voice coach and panelist on Any Dream Will Do but she is also a single mum who combines looking after son Jake with her many professional commitments

My child is a worrier

The world is a strange place to a toddler, so it's not surprising that they have fears and worries. Jo Douglas, author of Toddler Troubles, gives some ideas to help them overcome their anxieties

Nightmares and night terrors

Jo Douglas, author of Toddler Troubles, on what you can do when your child is plagued by nightmares and night terrors

Parenting questions answered

Parenting expert Helen Brown, author of Parenting for Dummies (Wiley, #14.99), joined iVillage for a chat

Positive parenting

Jo Douglas, author of Toddler Troubles, explains that being a parent is not just about how to discipline your children effectively