In our society, sex and sexuality are still regarded as a taboo topic by some. Talking about sex, especially with your own children, can make some parents feel uncomfortable. When parents discover that their teenager is watching pornography it can
How intrusive parents can affect your relationship
Most of us have conflicts with our parents now and then – especially during adolescence and young adulthood – yet we tend to keep that separate from our romantic relationship. But have you ever wondered if or how your relationship
ADHD – A Family Affair
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that starts in childhood. For a conclusive diagnosis to be reached, several symptoms need to have been present before the age of 12. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) describes
How can I help my father cope through his break up?
A relationship coming to an end can be painful, overwhelming and devastating. It can be difficult to know what to say or do whenever a loved one is going through a breakup. It can be even harder when the loved
Taking care of our family during hot weather
While for some, Summer tends to be synonymous to being on holiday and to a period of relaxation, phases of intense heat can be far from relaxing for many others. Periods of heat waves, increased humidity, dry hot winds, all
My teenager refuses to go to school
The adolescent years are definitely the most challenging years, not only for the parents but even for the teenagers themselves. Parents argue that sometimes their adolescent refuses to attend school and the reasons or excuses behind this vary a lot.
Positive Language for when a child throws a tantrum
When parents try to discipline their children or bring to their attention something that they have done wrong it is beneficial to use positive language, the most difficult to do so is when the child throws a tantrum. Today, I
How to support a loved one who is experiencing menopause
Menopause is a natural process that usually occurs when a woman is approaching 50. During menopause a woman stops getting her period, and therefore it may be more challenging for a woman to get pregnant during this time. Most women
5 reasons why kids need summer schools post COVID
This year, following the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen discussions surrounding learning loss, loss of socialisation, and risk of impacting the physical, mental and emotional growth amongst children. As a result, the need and benefits of summer schools is different
I can’t see my father on father’s day
During the past year, we were definitely more in touch with the fear of loss due to the Covid-19 death rate and unfortunately, people have lost their battle against this horrific virus. Maybe some of you, who are reading this