The Four C’s of Parenting
Have you ever had a tough day of parenting and wondered, ‘Hang on a second – there should be a manual for this or some kind of instruction booklet’? Because that would be ideal, right? Some sort of handy book of guidelines that you could follow, a method to measure how well you are parenting […]
Let’s talk Tantrums…..In public!
I’m not sure the feeling can be put into words…but let’s give it a try, shall we? The moment lasts for usually 10 minutes, but it can feel like an eternity! Powerlessness and overwhelm combined with embarrassment as a cherry on top as your child has a public meltdown in a public space. Your decision […]
The Parent Takeover: Day 2 – Will I Survive?
Sunday morning. The plan? Wake up early (but at my own pace), sip some coffee, and enjoy the peace and quiet before the day’s activities begin. Reality? 7:00 AM. A full-blown rumble upstairs. Excuse me?! Do little children not understand the sacredness and importance of a Sunday morning lie-in?! At this point, I had to […]
The Parent Takeover: Did I REALLY “Got This”?
So, I spent the weekend playing “Mum” to not one, not two, but THREE preschoolers—a 5-year-old girl and twin 3-year-old boys. Yes, you read that right. THREE. At the same time. 😬 Did I hear you say, “What were you thinking?” Listen, I asked myself that very question… multiple times. 🤦🏾♀️ Here’s how I got […]
The Ultimate Guide to Chores for Kids
Start Early, Raise Responsible Kids: The Power of Starting Chores from Age Two! Have you reached that stage where you realise your child’s growing motor skills could actually benefit your home? Imagine turning their fast-as-lightning running skills into a towel-transporting mission to the washing machine. Or their love for water into a fun plate-rinsing task […]
TEENS & DATING
Navigating the teen stage without a manual can already feel overwhelming and daunting, even annoying (c’mon, let’s keep it real!). However, it can get even more interesting when we start to talk about romantic relationships with teenagers. Let’s face it head-on, shall we? There are already hormones raging everywhere (and let’s not forget all the […]
Having Tough Conversations with your Child
There are conversations that have been deemed difficult to have with their children by parents and the top tough topics are: death, illness, natural disasters and, yes, you guessed it- S.E.X! Having open communication surrounding any and every topic can help children learn that they can always talk to you. The greatest foundation for communication […]
Your Love Life Matters
The quality of a parent’s relationship can significantly impact their parenting and their children’s emotional and physical health. Yes! So it does mean a date night has a direct relationship with how secure your child feels in the family. Since a parent’s mental health can be affected by their relationship with their partner, it’s. easy […]
Could Technology be hindering you from building a relationship with your child?
But really? Could my phone use as a parent affect my child’s emotional well-being? Well… Yes! If you are a parent, you know that any moment of relaxation and ‘turning off’ is vital for optimum brain function, and a lot of us use social media, phone games, WhatsApp, and talking with family as a way […]
Why Empty Threats Don’t Work in Parenting (and What to Do Instead)
Have you ever caught yourself saying something like this? 💬 “If you don’t clean your room right now, I’m taking away your PS5 for a month!” 💬 “If you throw one more tantrum, we’re not going to Grandma’s!” …only to realize a few hours later that you never actually followed through? You’re not alone! Many […]