Having a newborn in the house or being a parent in general is not always an easy task. Being a parent means being hands on and making sure that everyone is set and ready for the day. However, this means that your sleep or alone time is deprived which could lead to mental health issues […]
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No matter how optimistic one tries to be, failure is never a nice feeling. Failing a grade can be upsetting and very disheartening for any child. It can’t be enjoyable for a child to see their peers go to the next grade while they are forced to repeat a grade. This truth can be frightening […]
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The holiday season is upon us and, which means you are most likely to travel with your children. Traveling for vacation with family members can be an enlightening and eye-opening experience even for children of all ages: there’s new foods, experiences and sights, not to mention quality family time. But traveling with children can also […]
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Holidays are a time to relax, unwind and reset for parents after a year of hard work but having kids is a job on it own. You need to entertain them, keep them busy and feed them without failing everyday so why don’t you plan ahead and make a weekly schedule that will allow you […]
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Some will say showing affection is healthy in front of your kids because it resembles a good relationship and models for kids to be free and able to show their feelings, emotions, belonging and love. However, some might argue that Public Display of Affection (PDA) can be damaging in the way that kids will start […]
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A little boy on TikTok went viral as he showed to the world he is wise beyond his years. In the video, the little boy is seen giving his parents a lesson on how to treat him along with members of his household including his father who he purely placed an emphasis on during the […]
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The first few years in a child’s life is crucial as it sets the foundations for brain health. According to studies, a nutritious diet in infancy is key to promoting a child’s long-term well-being, and the food they eat can impact their cognition, temperament, motor skills and language development. Dr.Uma Nadidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist, brain […]
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Babies are naturally curious, so it’s common for them to pop objects into their mouths. “Mouthing” is a normal part of their development and can be beneficial to their health. Unfortunately, babies are at higher risk than adults of choking since their airway is smaller. When one is found in such a situation it is […]
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Raising children is the most challenging and rewarding job a parent can undertake. For most parents, raising kind,happy and healthy children is the goal. But, this is not always easy when you have to parent in a rapidly changing society. As attitudes about different identities and sexualities change and the topic becomes more mainstream, parents […]
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You’ve read all the motherhood books and magazines you can lay your hands on, and listened to every last word of advice from relatives. But there’s nothing quite like experiencing the ups and downs of motherhood to wake you up to the real world. There’s more to being a mom than singing sweet lullabies and cooing a […]
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The first two years of a child’s life are considered to be a critical time with regards to brain development. Therefore, children under the age of two should not watch television at all. This is according to Anna Rodrigues, play therapist and counsellor. Anna stresses that though television and technology have broadened our horizons in many facets […]
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Parenthood is undoubtedly the hardest job in the world. Your mistakes always pose the risk of raising an adult with issues, and your successes often go unnoticed until your kids are old enough to appreciate all that you’ve done. When it comes to showing your child love, most people will say you can never do it […]
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