Parenting Wars
Do or do not - there is no try. The ins and outs of one of the most difficult jobs on earth: parenting.
Coping with Difficult Puberty Your Kid Is Going Through
Going through puberty is one of the biggest challenges for a child, but for the parents too. Even though all the changes are happening to the kid, the entire family will suffer the consequences of the adolescent’s behaviour. From fussing about doing chores to denying to open up to you and thinking of parents as being anything but right and smart, if you’re parenting a 12-year-old, you should get ready for some serious undertaking. Puberty hits between the ages of 11 and 15, depending on the sex of the child and their individual maturity, so if you’re having trouble handling your pubescent offspring, you’ll need a few pointers to help you along the way.
By Emily Wilson6 years ago in Families
5 Easy Ways to Keep the Kids Active During Lockdown
Parents the world over are adapting to a temporary way of living, as many countries maintain their lockdown measures - and for those with little ones, this is not without its challenges. From homeschooling to keeping their little minds active from dawn until dusk, right now, there are many difficulties to overcome as a parent.
By Luke Conod6 years ago in Families
New Parent Guide:
Sadly, one in four of us in the UK will experience a mental health issue each year. Issues including money, jobs, bereavement, and benefits are potentially making it harder for people to cope, according to mental health charity, Mind. It doesn’t matter what age or gender you are, mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression can affect you. This is also the case in what many would say is the happiest time of their lives, becoming a parent. Here with Babythingz, who provide all terrain pushchairs, we explore mental health issues in parents and look at some avenues of support that are available.
By Fay McFarlane6 years ago in Families
How to Keep Your Kids Entertained During School Closures
This year has started with an unexpected twist. Typically for this time of year, the weather is getting warmer and the nights are lasting longer, but our doors and plans are remaining firmly shut and sealed. With the outbreak of Covid-19, the government has enforced social isolation to minimise the risk of spreading the virus. Some of us are working from home, schools have been shut, and we only leave the house for exercise or to shop for necessities. This is leading to a lot of free time for some of us!
By Fay McFarlane6 years ago in Families
Gentle Parenting Approach
Gentle Parenting, also known as Attachment Parenting, is a method of parenting with the goal to develop confident, happy children who think for themselves. Gentle Parenting takes a huge amount of self-control and believes in connection between parent and child, empathy and mutual respect.
By Madeline Keys6 years ago in Families
Second Chances In Life Shouldn’t Be Taken Lightly
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By Kristyn Meyer6 years ago in Families
The Wisdom of a Single Mom
So this week one of the most prevalent subjects between my friends and I, has been the utter chaos of putting our kids to bed on time. For years, this has been a struggle. Not just for myself, as I mistakenly believed, but for all parents. Imagine my joy at finding out I am not the only mother who after wrestling with the horrid, mundane routine of fighting with my kids to stay in bed, and giving in to extra tv time or tablet time just so they stay in bed, only to have them stay up an extra 3 hours. Last week, I decided I had reached my breaking point. I was too stressed, too moody and out of my element. I felt like I was failing my kids and myself. So, I sat down one night and reached out on Facebook to other moms and some of my friends, about what their kids bedtime ritual looked like sometimes. And so was born the greatest week of my life! I actually love bedtime with my kids now. I can schedule work and class assignments around it. Armed with this extremely important information, I feel, no-I know, I must share it with all parents. I know that everyone has different schedules or routines for their kids and it may need to be adjusted for your particular lifestyle.
By marion scott6 years ago in Families
Set Your Child Up For Success With Storytime
We all have fond memories of listening to our favorite bedtime tales. Hearing stories is ingrained in our DNA as something that’s always been important to humankind, but the positive implications of reading out loud go well beyond the simple pleasures of story time.
By Karie Kirkpatrick6 years ago in Families
