Articles about general topics for children and parents.
Children are taught about the dangers of smoking and underage drinking from an early age, but many adolescents still engage in drug and alcohol use each year. Although not every teen who engages in such behaviors has a diagnosable addiction, they are still at a large risk for future mental health struggles and developmental delays….
One of the biggest benefits of pursuing a career as a nurse is that the work isn’t a simple 9-5 job. There is a lot of flexibility available for those looking to prioritize other parts of their life, for example, spending time with the family. But even with the flexibility of shift work, it can…
Imaginative play has a host of benefits for children’s development: it encourages the use of more sophisticated language and social skills, improves creativity and problem-solving abilities, and keeps them physically active and emotionally happy. Imaginative play is essentially make-believe or role-play that involves acting out imaginary plots, fantasies, or experiences. By encouraging imaginative play, parents can…
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela Education is a powerful concept, there are thousands of quotes mentioning the importance of knowledge. Education is a turning point for most civilizations, the deciding factor between those that continue on their path and those that go for…
Throwing a memorable graduation party is undoubtedly a beautiful way of celebrating your academic milestones. Whether you qualified on zoom or onstage, you deserve a party for the incredible achievement. If you’re stressing about making your party the most memorable, see the ideas below: Play Some Games Graduation parties are mainly about fun and merry-making….
It’s no secret that people have different levels of intellectual development, and this difference is noticeable already in childhood. But what is the reason? What factors determine the intellectual development of a person? In this article, we look at the key of these factors and deal with the impact they have. Genetic factors This is…
Moms are some of the busiest people on the planet. When they’re not tending to their kids, they’re building careers, fording the tricky waters of relationships, and just trying to get through days without falling apart from exhaustion. This year has been especially tricky for many moms, what with schools being closed and moms either…
“If kids come to us from strong, healthy, functioning families, it makes our job easier. If they do not come to us from strong, healthy, functioning families, it makes our job more important.” – Barbara Colorose The global market of the child care industry has reached a considerable extent of $339.1 billion in the past…
If you’re at a loss with what to do over the summer, especially with kids in tow, there are plenty of exciting and engaging activities or experiences to get up to together. From learning new skills to going on a staycation, there is always something to be doing, regardless of the weather. Here are just…
It may sound like one huge task raising kids to a level of maturity, but meeting a satisfying level of curbing their curiosity is another different deal. Every mode of parenting must involve the willingness and readiness to help children to keep growing and developing mentally and physically. A child will be so curious to…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Working mothers are the modern-day superheroes, who do the seemingly impossible task of juggling home and work. They will really benefit from organization tips that will make life easier and more productive. Read on to see these organization tips for working mums: 1. Do not strive to be a supermom A…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas History is full of strange and unbelievable facts that surprise and educate us. Some of these facts are stranger than fiction. 1. Ketchup as medicine! Did you know that ketchup was once sold as medicine? In the 1830s, ketchup was sold as a remedy for indigestion. Only in the late 19th…
