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How to reduce your child’s sense of entitlement

Reducing a child’s sense of entitlement can be challenging, but it is important to promote a sense of gratitude, empathy, and responsibility in children. Children who receive everything they want without having to work for it may develop a sense of entitlement. When parents or caregivers provide too much without expecting anything in return, children […]

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Establishing a blended family

A blended family, also known as a step-family, is a family formed when two people in a relationship come together and bring a child or children from previous relationships. Establishing a blended family may be both challenging and fulfilling as both parents and children may find it difficult to adjust to new formed relationships and […]

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Absent father effects on child development

A parent’s role in a children’s development is very important. Both parents equally play a significant role in nurturing, supporting, protecting and grooming their child into happy and emotionally stable individual. The absence of a father in a child’s life can have negative behavioural consequences and may lead to trauma which later affects the child’s […]

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Things to know before adopting a child

The adoption process can be long, stressful and overwhelming. It does, however, bring you joy once the process has been finalised and your child can finally join you and your family. Some of those who have gone through the process share that their worry was not knowing if the child would like the new environment […]

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Understanding your children’s differences

Children are a beautiful blessing. This blessing however does not come with a manual. Having more than one child may introduce you to different personalities who may not behave the same way or even like the same things. It is important to note that no two kids are the same. All children have different strengths […]

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10 Cape Town restaurants to visit on Mother’s Day

As Mother’s Day approaches, many of us are beginning to consider how we can express our gratitude to the special women in our lives. And what better way to show your appreciation than by treating them to a delicious meal? If you’re in Cape Town next weekend, you’re in luck; the city is brimming with […]

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4 Tips to make bedtime easier for your kids

No parent wants to struggle late at night when putting the children to bed, especially when it comes to our mischievous toddlers! Sleep, Love and Happiness notes that it is understandable for many parents to rush through the bedtime routine to get their children to go to bed. WebMD lists these tips to help make […]

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The health benefits of eating olives

Olives are one of the most nutritious foods you can include in your diet. Native to the Mediterranean region, these small fruits are packed with nutrients that can provide numerous health benefits. Olives are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health. These fats can help to reduce bad cholesterol levels in […]

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How a lack of vitamin D can affect your sleep

Vitamin D plays a vital role in several bodily functions. One of its essential functions is to regulate our sleep-wake cycle. Sleep is an important aspect of our lives, and a deficiency in Vitamin D can lead to several sleep disorders, including insomnia, restless sleep, and sleep apnea. Vitamin D is an essential hormone that […]

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How to get your kids to eat more veggies

Trying to get your child or children to eat healthy is often times a struggle that nobody wants to endure. There are many creative ways for you to introduce or serve vegetables to your child. WebMD suggest these tips to get your kids to eat more veggies. Involve the kids in the kitchen Take your […]

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Preparations for travelling abroad

Abroad travel is very exciting, the build-up to the travel can however be draining as it requires strategic planning and getting a lot of information prior to the travel. The excitement, however, may lead to others forgetting the small but important details that are needed for their travel journey. It is always important to know […]

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How to support your child’s creative side

Your child could be the next big author, dancer, singer or painter, thus supporting your child’s creativity is an important aspect of their development. Support can be given by providing materials and resources, creating a supportive environment, encouraging exploration and experimentation, providing positive feedback, exposing them to different forms of creativity, and fostering collaboration. You […]

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