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Discipline your child the right way

With the Constitutional Court ruling that corporal punishment is illegal in South Africa, here are healthy and effective ways to discipline your children.

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Sibling rivalry- when to get involved

Arguments among siblings are not an unhealthy phenomenon. But, parents should be concerned when this becomes a regular occurrence.

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How to help your shy child

It’s normal for a child to feel anxious and reserved sometimes. Some children are slow to warm up to new people and social situations. But, shyness can become a concern when it impacts their quality of life. By Fundiswa Nkwanyana Most of us have experienced situations where the child hides when there are visitors or stares […]

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How to support your child if they’ve failed at school

Whether your little one is in primary school or varsity, they are usually overwhelmed with sadness and frustration when they fail. Therefore, it’s important for you to know how to turn failure into a holistic learning experience for them. GRADE 1 – 3 The manner in which a parent reacts to their child’s failure determines […]

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What to do when your child is a bully

Discovering that your child is a bully can be unsettling because the thought of them harming others is troubling. However, you need to help them take responsibility for their actions and encourage them to change their behaviour. Fundiswa Nkwanyana shares how. “I noticed that my son kept coming back home from school with unexplainable toys, […]

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Your child and work: what does the law say?

When we think of child labour, we instinctively think of sweatshops, human trafficking and other horrific situations that are a reality in the world we live in. But, did you know that child singers, advertising models and even those who beg on the streets might be participating in some form of child labour? Angelique Ruzicka […]