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 […]
Productivity Routines for Parents
A new year is upon us….. When you are attempting to be more productive and less chaotic you would usually look to becoming more organised. Same thing with family – but this time, being more routined and structured does not beneficial to you – it’s extremely advantageous to the child/children too! As the new year […]