There is a silent tragedy that is unfolding today in our homes and it concerns our children. As common as this tragedy is, parents have not paid too much attention to it. In this part of the world, talking about mental health is rare. Focusing on other aspects of life receives more attention. From the…
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How to Tackle Temper Tantrums in Toddlers
Even the best-behaved toddler has an occasional temper tantrum. A tantrum can range from whining and crying to screaming, kicking, hitting, and breath-holding. They’re equally common in boys and girls and usually occur from age 1 to age 3. Some children may experience regular tantrums, whereas, for other children, tantrums may be rare. Some kids…
How To Be a 21st Century Parent
Do you wonder how to be a 21st century parent? Sometime last year, my 11 year old son walked up to my room and said to me “Mummy, I am really scared.” Shocked and scared myself, I asked him – “Why are you scared”? He then sat down very close to and said, “Why do…
What Type of Education do Children Need for the Future
The future of our children rests on the availability of a good educational structure; to make them ready for a whole new digital world that we as parents never encountered. At our 7th Annual Parenting Conference, held on 10th, October 2020, our panelists discussed education; and how our children need a different type of education…
Generation Z:How To Help Children In a Digital Age Grow
To be able to help the Generation Z children (better known as Gen Z), it is best to first understand who they are and what they stand for. Also, you need to know the difference between the other generations. Generation Z children Oxford Living Dictionaries describes Generation Z as “the generation reaching adulthood in the…
What are the Common Sense Basics of Parenting
Common sense in parenting is a rather relative idea. Some parents simply do not have it and they need to be told just how to parent. That is why there are so many bestselling parenting books out there. There is nothing wrong with needing a little help in the area of your kids; parenting is…
Family Friendly Things to Ensure our Children’s Well-Being
TGIF parents! It is the weekend, and it is a good time to ensure the well-being of our children. We tend to overlook the importance of well-being in most families; and this entails our physical, mental and emotional health. As parents and guardians, it is important that we ensure a positive well-being in our children…
Digitally Skilled Children; A Necessity For the Future
When it comes to raising digitally skilled children; it is not only a good idea, rather is it a necessity for the future. As a result, there is a great need to equip them with digital skills. This is needed to prepare them for a rapidly changing future and its challenges. One of these challenges…
What is the State of Our Children’s Well-Being
We cannot overemphasize the importance of understanding our children’s well-being as parents, guardians, and caregivers. All children need to be happy about how their lives are going. Children need shelter, food, and love to be happy and healthy, but there is more to consider. The state of a child’s well-being is greatly affected by himself…
Back to School
What an unusual year it has been thus far, causing a delay in back to school plans this session for students, parents, and school bodies. A pandemic swept across the world and changed our lives in a way that we could never have imagined. The educational sector has faced the most profound changes; our children…