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Some ways to engage your child better.
Some ways to engage your child better.
Give your child choices over clothing, toys, books or something as simple as which hand they want to hold — for instance, giving two choices regarding what they want to... Read more...
Why must we respect our kids?
Why must we respect our kids?
Every time I come across a picture of Kate Middleton kneeling down to talk to her child, I am reminded that parenting is a struggle no matter who you are... Read more...
A guide to schematic play patterns.
A guide to schematic play patterns.
Ugh. I am about to use the words patience, composure and staying calm. But bear with me. Because like any other parent, it’s a struggle to hold onto composure when... Read more...
What’s the deal about Montessori?
What’s the deal about Montessori?
“It’s absolutely divine”, I would say.“You mean Montessori? C’mon!”And because this is a common reaction from anyone who hears me rave about the Montessori philosophy, what follows ahead is my... Read more...
Why must mums learn to ask for help?
Why must mums learn to ask for help?
As an adult, it often feels unusual to ask for help. For most mums, the hesitancy is much worse. And for first time mums, the hesitancy is downright criminal.But the... Read more...
Why must fathers pitch in?
Why must fathers pitch in?
Simply because children need role models and boys need male role models. And since a vast majority of school life is likely to be dominated by women, it becomes vital... Read more...
Why must parents strive to do better?
Why must parents strive to do better?
It can be hard to put being a parent in perspective. More often than not, we are so caught up in our head that we forget to actually sit down... Read more...
Why must mums learn to put themselves first?
Why must mums learn to put themselves first?
Headquarters — to this day, my dad playfully refers to my mum as just that. And it wasn’t until I became a mother myself that I realized how incredibly true... Read more...
Why should tantrums be welcomed?
Why should tantrums be welcomed?
Because by welcoming all feelings, we are teaching our child the natural way of self-healing and emotional balance — a balance so vital that it makes or breaks an adult,... Read more...