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Parenting meets pedagogy
Education and training are central to the modern, Western world. We go to school, invest in vocational equipping, and attend workshops to perfect our crocheting or to learn the art of home brewing. Within this culture of knowledge and skill accumulation, parenting is also increasingly deemed a worthy enough subject in which to receive training.
Dare to Discipline your Darlings!
“Discipline” has received swearword status in many modern parenting circles. It is now quite trendy to withdraw from being the disciplinary figure in favour of being a child’s friend. While this is mostly well intended (and evokes wonderful images of parent and child roaming around like Calvin and Hobbes all day), it can be harmful to both parties.
Join the United Parenting Party!
Imagine you came to a traffic light that flickered red-orange-green-red-orange-green. You’d probably be confused (Should I go or stop!?), and possibly anxious (What if I crash? I may be stuck here forever!).
15 Lessons from a second-time mom
Wondering what lies ahead – besides a couple of extra stretch marks, additional lost sleep and, of course, the cutest, new baby? Here are some things I’ve learned that might help you prepare yourself and your family for Number Two.
Mental Health and Motherhood
This is something most of us have said or thought at some point while feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting. Yet, many mothers stare more severe psychological problems (particularly postpartum depression) in the face.
Too Soon: Premature Babies
Having a premature baby is not something most mothers expect when they are expecting. I have spoken to several mothers who had prems. Following is a summary of their stories of bravery amid the ordeal.
The ABC of Grandparent Relationships
“Grandparents” and “grandchildren” are two well-coined terms,
Red and Green Lights on the Road of Raising Siblings
Few things in life are equally as delightful as they are demanding. Having – and raising – siblings is one such a hybrid happening.
Happy Marriage, Happy Munchkins
Marriage is the bedrock of the family. If this foundation is crumbling, so will the entire household that is built upon it.
8 Mysteries only Moms Will Understand
Being a mother is a beautiful, but
Temperament-Sensitive Parenting
Nurturing a child according to his temperament is immensely important. It aids in shaping their unique potential while preventing unnecessary damage and conflict.
How to Spare the Rod without Spoiling the Child
With South-Africa’s new anti-spanking legislation, even parents who are responsible and loving spankers simply cannot afford to stick to their guns (or wooden spoons) and continue their normal disciplining tactics.
Rules for Re-establishing Routines
Growing Gratitude in a Self-Gratified Generation
Fill Your Munchkin’s Love Tank With The Right Fuel
Healthy is Happy is Healthy
The holidays, teens and screens
Veggies for vitality: Get your munchkins to gobble more greens
Have a prosperous back to school journey
The metamorphosis from one year to another always entails a transition for children. Whether the shift is from preschool to “big school,” primary school to high school, moving to a school in a different location or simply progressing to a new grade – some kind of adjustment is bound to happen as the digits on the calendar changes.