Parents and children may look at the child’s first day of school as a very important milestone; often one that involves planning and preparation. It is also a day that can bring with it a variety of emotions; excitement, pride,
Raising children: Establishing house rules
Just like societies, companies, and schools have rules, or codes of conduct, a house needs its own rules too. The primary aim of having house rules is to support our children in learning the boundaries within which they need to
Raising Children: The Value of Conflict
Conflict is a part of life; we may try to avoid it but at some point, or another we will encounter conflicts in our daily life. In order to protect their children, parents may try to solve their kids’ problems
5 ways to be a compassionate parent
Compassion is a central aspect of the human condition. It refers to the ability to be present to our suffering and that of others without ignoring it, minimising it, judging it, or running away from it, and responding with a
Can I stop my kids from heading down the wrong path?
Parenting a teenager is never easy. You may feel exhausted from lying awake at night worrying about where your child is, who they’re with, and what they’re doing. You may despair over failed attempts to communicate, the endless fights, and
The Dos and Don’t’s of Disciplining Children
Parents are often bombarded with opinions about discipline which vary greatly according to generation, context, and culture. To avoid confusion it is helpful to look at facts and research. Unfortunately, there are documented cases where children got badly hurt
Parenting Do’s and Don’ts for Autism
Autism is caused by differences in the brain however exact causes are still unknown. This condition usually begins prior to the age of 3 and those with autism show differences in communication, behavior and interaction. Additionally, autistic individuals encounter difficulties
The Do’s and Dont’s of Parenting Teens
Parenting teens can feel like a whole other chapter of parenting. Your previous parenting style might not work and maybe you get the feeling that you do not know your kid anymore. In addition, you do not know how to
How to raise agentic oriented children?
Agentic oriented children are children who are aware of the possibilities of their actions and take responsibility for what they do. Research suggests that through learning, these children are more aware of the world around them and how they can
‘Stay Strong’ – 8 ways to be a more resilient parent
Parenthood may present moments that are exciting but also moments that are challenging. Difficult situations arise not only in your role as a parent but in other areas of your life. Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from adverse