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Helping Your Child With Low Self-Esteem: A Guide for Parents
All children face challenges as they grow, but when they struggle with low self-esteem, even small setbacks can feel overwhelming. As a parent or caregiver, helping your child with low self-esteem means providing steady support, positive reinforcement, and practical tools to rebuild their sense of worth. In this guide, we’ll explore what self-esteem looks like, […]
Bullying in South Africa – What To Do As A Parent
Bullying in South Africa is a painful and widespread reality, affecting countless children across the country. Whether it takes place in the classroom, on the playground, or behind a screen, bullying can have serious emotional, social, and academic consequences. As parents and caregivers, it’s essential that we understand the signs, effects, and solutions to help […]
Managing Screen Time: What Every South African Parent Needs to Know
In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere – in our homes, classrooms, waiting rooms, and even in our children’s hands. For many South African parents juggling work, family life, and daily responsibilities, the question of managing screen time is not just common – it’s constant. How much is too much? And how can we ensure […]
Meeting Children’s Emotional Needs: A Guide For South African Parent
In this blog we’ll explore ways for parents to meet their children’s emotional needs. If you’d like to learn more about similar topics, check out our other articles in this series: Managing Screen Time: What Every South African Parent Needs to Know The Power of Routine for Families Good Nutrition for Children – What Every […]
The Role of Physical Activity for Children: How Staying Active Helps to Raise a Happy and Healthy Child
In this blog we’ll talk about how important physical activity for children is. If you’d like to learn more about similar topics, check out our other articles in this series: Managing Screen Time: What Every South African Parent Needs to Know The Power of Routine for Families Good Nutrition for Children – What Every Parent […]
Good Nutrition for Children – What Every Parent Needs to Know
In this blog we’ll cover all the key facets to consider, surrounding nutrition for children. If you’d like to learn more about similar topics, check out our other articles in this series: Managing Screen Time: What Every South African Parent Needs to Know The Power of Routine for Families Seeking Parenting Support Shows Strength: You […]
The Importance of Sleep for Children: Why it Should be a Top Priority
In this blog we’ll talk about the importance of sleep for children (and adults). If you’d like to learn more about similar topics, check out our other articles in this series: Managing Screen Time: What Every South African Parent Needs to Know Good Nutrition for Children – What Every Parent Needs to Know The Power […]
The Power of Routine for Families
This blog will unpack the power of routine for families. Aristotle once said, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” While he may not have been speaking directly to parents centuries ago, the sentiment still rings true for raising resilient children today. In fact, strong routines lie […]