Peer Pressure
The powerful lure of peer pressure is synonymous with adolescence. The adolescent essentially has a need firstly to “belong” and […]
Six Parenting Resolutions
Refrain from using a loud voice Children learn how to communicate by the models the adult caregivers set for them.
Forms Of Discipline
One of the biggest rules in parenting, a cardinal rule that must be taken into account at all times is:
Toddler Troubles And Concerns
There are a variety of common toddler difficulties that child psychologists at Sandton Psychology Centre can assist with. Please be
Emotional Intelligence In Childhood
In a nutshell, emotional intelligence is the ability to recognise, understand and control one’s thoughts and feelings. In addition, emotional
The Functional Family
One often hears the term “dysfunctional” when talking about families. Most people would know that it means that things are
Help Your Child Make Friends
The problem: Your child comes home from school at the end of each day, quiet and seemingly upset. He appears
Homework Tips
Homework time can be a trying time for both children and parents. In order to make it a smooth process
Remove Toxic People From Your Circle
In a recent article I wrote listing 25 tips for entrepreneurs, one stood out that I thought was worth rewriting
Childhood Overweight And Obesity
When it comes to the low down on healthy eating and weight loss, most of what we read in the
Lamaze Product Review
My 15 week old son, Dylan, and I were asked to do a review on four Lamaze toys. I am
Teenage Slang and Language: A Guide to Understanding Teenagers
When trying to communicate with your daughter, it can sometimes seem as though she is speaking another language; full of
Raising Happy Teenagers: How Mindfulness and Meditation Practices Can Help Build Coping Skills for Life
Everyone wants their daughter to be happy. Yet, when girls start to focus on perfection and their body image, they
I Am Not Fat… I’m Pregnant. 10 Things You Should Never Say To A Pregnant Woman
“Wow, you are getting HUGE!” “Oh, are you sure you’re not having twins?” “You’re only 24 weeks pregnant? How much
How to Work from Home with Kids
Thanks to the modern workforce, many employers allow some employees to work from home when circumstances exist, such as inclement
The Birth of a Baby – What No One Really Tells You
When I first discovered that I was pregnant I went through the usual emotional reactions; excitement, fear, wonder, elation and
Dealing With Report Cards
I guess I was lucky at school to be one of those straight A students, as I can still remember
Redefining Christmas
I’m all for redefining this whole Christmas thing. I think that over the years what was once a holiday of
Spit, snot and poo. Overcoming your fears
Let’s be honest. All babies do it and we knew for a fact that as dads we would have to
Introducing Shopkins
One of the worlds best loved collectible ranges aimed at girls, Shopkins, now launches in South Africa just in time
My Little Pony and My Little Pony Equestria Girls
One of the worlds most beloved toy ranges – MY LITTLE PONY launches stunning new products in time for Christmas
Why Do Some Children Struggle To Write Neatly?
Causes of poor handwriting Poor visual perceptual skills Poor muscle tone Poor postural contro Poor fine eye-hand coordination Poor hand
Too Much Caffeine When Cramming For Finals Poses Health Risk To Students
Exam season is upon us and soon hundreds of thousands of students across the country will be pulling caffeine-fuelled all-nighters
Words of Encouragement and Support: How a Mum Can Support Her Girl
Life can feel lonely for teenage girls. Have you ever considered writing a message of support to your daughter? Sharing
I Am Woman, Stroke Affects Me
Stroke is the second biggest killer of women in South Africa. It is estimated that about 150 women suffer a
Top 5 Parenting Tips For a Peaceful Home
Every morning you wake up early and leap straight into the usual routine – fighting with children to get them
What Is Dyslexia Really? Part 1
The term dyslexia was coined from the Greek words dys, meaning ill or difficult, and lexis, meaning word. Spelling and
Should You Let Your Child Play Minecraft?
A client of mine asked me what I thought about her child playing Minecraft on the family computer. She said
Relaxation And Exam Preparation
I don’t think any of us associate exams with being relaxed, but bringing these two together is the answer to
The Mythical Day- Stay At Home Dad
I have read so many blog posts and articles lately about the life of stay at home mums that I
