Children who have a parent behind bars, incarceration are not just a sentence served by a single individual. It’s a reality that resonates through the whole family. The guardian who remains behind often faces extreme financial and emotional struggles. Furthermore … Read more
Grieving the loss of a child – Part 2 of 2
For many bereaved parents the relationship with their child goes on. It is common for parent to continue to talk to their child occasionally, or to feel as though their child is protecting them or sending them signs from time … Read more
Grieving the loss of a child – Part 1 of 2
The death of a child is one of the most devastating and painful events that a parent can experience. Parents who lose their children feel that a piece of them is lost and that their life will be forever changed. … Read more
Dads are babysitters and Mothers are Mothers! – Part 2 of 2
I guess it is natural for people to assume that a mother is mothering her child. It is the “natural” (which do not see so much natural) expectation that a woman is fulfilling her obligation as a carer to her … Read more
Dads are babysitters and Mothers are Mothers! – Part 1 of 2
I am an avid proponent of equality between men and women. But I am no fool and I see disparaties between genders in many areas of society. Generally, men are favoured! But not always. The inspiration for this blog came … Read more
Why do children ask for the latest toy?
A research done by Allison Pugh which later got published as a book called Longing and Belonging:
Parents, Children, and Consumer Culture, in 2009 where she studied children in their natural habitat
talks about why children are always asking for … Read more
Back to school!
It’s that time of the year again! Holidays are over!
Whilst there could be some emotional tears while waving goodbye, it is important that parents/custodians keep these few tips in mind in order to avoid separation anxiety from both parties.… Read more
The impact of terminal illness on a child 3/3
In the previous blog, we talked about the questions that arise. In this blog we will look into the coping mechanisms that children employ.
As a matter of coping, some children elaborate their pain and agony in play, others by … Read more
The impact of terminal illness on a child 2/3
As stated in the previous blog, we will look into how to deal with the children’s questions.
When such questions arise, our instinct is to protect the child’s innocence from the world’s evil. Don’t get me wrong, I am not … Read more
The impact of terminal illness on a child 1/3
When we hear the words “terminal illness” or “cancer”, most of us shiver and stop dead in our tracks. This could be due to stories we hear, memories we bear or the tears we fight. I like to compare this … Read more