The Un-Motivated Teenager
An unmotivated teenager can be frustrating for parents and other authority figures such as teachers. In addition, the teenagers themselves […]
parenting skills
Teenager Self-Harm & Cutting
Self-harm, self-mutilation or self-injury behaviour all mean an action that is deliberate on the part of the adolescent to hurt
Depression And Anxiety During And After Pregnancy
Pregnancy is generally assumed to be a wonderful time in the life of a family, a time of abundance and
Getting Back Into A Routine
The holidays have come to an end. No more getting up at half past eight. No more getting done when
PG 13
It’s a busy, busy world. There is too much to do and not enough time to do half of it.
The “REAL” Before Baby Checklist
I strongly believe that nothing changes your views on parenting, quite like being a parent… I know every mom is
Good Divorce Behaviour
Divorce is an all too common reality for many families in South Africa. It is often a painful journey with
Common Toddler Issues
Managing toddlers can be a huge effort at times, especially when the parent has to get something done or be
Peer Pressure
The powerful lure of peer pressure is synonymous with adolescence. The adolescent essentially has a need firstly to “belong” and
I Am Just So Tired
Sometimes I complain about motherhood and every time I do, somebody somewhere somehow gives me the same speech… Enjoy it before it’s
Six Parenting Resolutions
Refrain from using a loud voice Children learn how to communicate by the models the adult caregivers set for them.
Hurt Children
What has always interested me most about bullying is who is bullying the bully? Bullying is never just a cut
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
Bonding And Not Bonding With Your Newborn… Why It Will Be Okay
When I was pregnant with Mikayla Rose, I often compared it to hell (I know, I am a great mom). I had
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
The Artificial Road To A Miracle Baby – An Inspiring Journey
I heard about Kerry and Michelle’s story through a mutual friend. Something about their story broke my heart and warmed
Circumcision
When we found out that we were expecting a boy, my husband acted as if a great weight had been
How To Give Your Kids A Life-Long Damaging Complex
The little boy was unhappy for some reason and threw himself on the floor in the grocery store, blocking the
Pregnancy Brain… It’s A Real Thing
Maybe it’s the lack of sleep or growing an entire human being that’s distracting you. Maybe it’s the hormones driving
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
My Issues With Maternity Leave In South Africa
I have one month left at work until I have to go on maternity leave, I say have to because apparently I do not have a
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
Healthier Holidays: A time For Learning
Holidays and Christmas are upon us, which means our kids are hit with a double whammy of loads of free
