A child’s wellbeing is about how they feel day to day. It includes feeling safe, supported, confident and connected.
You don’t need to be an expert to support your child’s wellbeing. What matters most is knowing your child, listening to them and showing that you care.
Here are some simple ways you can support your child’s wellbeing at home, at any age.
A calm home helps children feel secure, especially when life feels busy or stressful.
You can support wellbeing by:
These everyday actions help children feel safe and settled.
A strong relationship with your child supports their wellbeing.
You can build connection by:
Sometimes children open up during everyday moments, like going for a walk, cooking together or driving in the car.
All children have big feelings at times. Learning how to manage emotions takes time and support.
You can help by:
You don’t need to have the perfect response. Being present and caring is what helps your child most.
Wellbeing grows when children have time to rest and recharge.
You can support balance by:
Balance looks different for every child, and it may change as your child grows. What matters is paying attention to what helps your child feel calm and confident.
Some days and weeks feel more challenging than others. This is a normal part of growing up and family life.
There are certain times when children’s wellbeing can feel harder, especially during change.
For example:
During these periods, children may feel unsettled, worried or less confident, even if things are going well overall.
If you notice changes in your child’s mood or behaviour that last for a few weeks, or start to affect daily life, it can help to reach out for support.
You don’t need to wait until things feel serious to ask for help.
ReachOut is a trusted organisation that provides free, practical information for parents and carers. Their mental health and wellbeing resources can help you:
ReachOut also offers free expert advice, coaching and support specifically for parents and carers of preteens and teens.
Supporting your child’s wellbeing can feel challenging at times. You don’t need to manage everything by yourself.
If you would like extra support, you could:
You’re already playing an important role in your child’s wellbeing. Asking for support can help you feel more confident and less alone as you work out next steps.
Your Family Partnership Coordinator is here to support you through each stage of your child's educational journey.
They can support you to problem-solve any challenges that may come up that affect your child's education.
They can also connect you to educational support programs or services in the community if you decide that's what you need.
