Teenager needs are numerous in number and nature. We often hear about the importance of preparing your teenager for the physical changes that occur during this point in their life. However, the teenager needs also go beyond the tangible and material, as their brains are literally rewired during adolescence. As they begin to interact with the world in new ways, parents should engage in holistic … [Read more...]
6 Best Fun Activities for Parents and Toddlers
When I was growing up, I encountered many activities for parents and toddlers. I was lucky to have a stay-home mom who carefully curated my everyday life. My time as a toddler was filled with unique toys, stimulating intellectual exercises, and fun things to read or watch. Whenever my father came home from work, he would spend as much time as he could playing with me and teaching me alongside my … [Read more...]
5 Best Activities for Parents and Teens to Bond Together
The best activities for parents and teens to bond together involve fun and collaboration. It is usually around this age that teens seek out other forms of social support, so getting to spend some time with them can be challenging at times. Regardless, the best ways to bond are to actively involve both parents and teens and show the human side of both. Opening that connection with your teenager and … [Read more...]
What Are the Best Parenting Styles for You?
While we’ve written about parenting teenagers before, I recall that we briefly touched on the idea of parenting styles for children in my university psychology module. This got me thinking about what specific styles can we classify parenting behaviour into and if a ‘best style’ exists. After all, we hear many anecdotes about Asian parents, Tiger moms, and helicopter parenting. To … [Read more...]
Pros and Cons of Online Gaming for Children
I can still remember a time where playing online games was out of the norm. Back then, not many of us had game consoles, and most computers lacked the hardware for PC gaming. We would go onto websites that hosted Flash games like Boxhead, Plazma Burst, and Raze to get our dose of fun. The advent of smart devices with increased computing power allowed you to play more complex games on the go; out … [Read more...]
Understanding and Managing Teen Aggression
Teen aggression is a well-known, well-documented phenomenon. Not only is it anecdotally common, but it is also frequently portrayed in media as an identifiable, annoying, and somewhat understandable trait. Yet, such aggression continues to be frustrating to deal with for both parents and teenagers alike. Here is an exploration into the issue of teenage aggression and how best to manage … [Read more...]
How to Deal With Teenage Behaviour – 5 Helpful Tips
Raising children is not an easy task. All the more when they become teenagers when you notice a lot of changes in their behaviour. If you're having a hard time dealing with your adolescent child, here are some ideas on managing teenage behaviour. Understanding changes in teenage behaviour Adolescence is when teenagers undergo a lot of physical, emotional, intellectual, and social … [Read more...]
5 Important Homeschooling Tips for Parents
Regardless of whether you’re homeschooling your child due to the pandemic or have made a choice yourself, it can be a daunting task. Even for me, studying at home as part of my university education has proven to be more complex than I had initially anticipated. Nonetheless, here are 5 crucial tips to help you create the best homeschooling experience for your children. Implement a … [Read more...]
How Parents Can Support Children’s Learning At Home
"Parents are the main influence on learning, but the pressures are great." Many children are learning at home. Whether it's because of the ongoing health crisis or you simply want your children homeschooled, supporting them is challenging. But, no matter how difficult it may be, you can use their time at home as an opportunity for them to learn through play and curiosity. Here are some tips … [Read more...]
Tips for Starting a Business as a Stay-At-Home Mom
Starting a business is hard work, but next to raising kids, how hard is hard? Whether you’re looking to become the next big health guru, kickstart a writing career or reinvent yourself in accountancy, it’s possible to succeed in business and have a family. Here’s how to weigh up the balance. Get Tech-Smart Since the tech boom, remote opportunities are more abundant than ever. This means it’s … [Read more...]