Family Life: Parents' Panel; Parenting

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Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE

SHARON Dale of Yarm, is mum to Matthew, 18, and Ashley, 20. She also runs Yarm Childminding Group.

"ASK yourself is there a pattern to your daughter's aggression, is she seeking more of your attention, is she jealous since her brother came along, does it only happen when she is tired?

"You might find there is an easy solution.

"A five-year-old child can understand what is right and wrong but handling emotions for kids is tough.

"It sounds as though your daughter is still learning the proper way to express her needs and emotions. You can help by teaching her what she should do instead.