Parents and/or caretakers want their children to lead healthy lives, but it can be challenging to guide them in the right direction. As kids get old enough to read and make friendships, social media and their peers can impact their behavior and not always toward the right kinds of habits. Still, parents remain the number…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas The Gen Z kids are not easy to interact with or communicate with. They seem to live in a different world, a world unknown to their parents and teachers, where the internet and the mobile phone are given realities. In such challenging times, how can parents and children interact in a…
Discord is a free messaging application popular among gamers. It was developed by Discord Inc. in 2015 to bring people together who love gaming. It allows players to communicate with each other while playing a game in real-time. Users can also create a Discord group called a Server with people having similar interests or playing…
The internet is an incredible feat of modern technology and is a useful resource in a variety of ways. It can enhance your knowledge on any subject you could ever think of, and it is vital for the success of businesses in today’s society. Over the last year, the internet has been instrumental in a…
Purchasing toys can be an overwhelming task, whether you’re doing it for your child or someone else’s. You’re forced to establish a balance between value and relevance, safety and engagement or fun, and what your kids want versus what’s necessary. Like most parents, you’re probably dealing with the war cry “mommy or daddy, I want…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Are you familiar with children or teenagers who display disobedient and defiant behaviour? Of course all children are defiant and disobedient some time, but if a child displays such behaviour most of the time, it could be a case of Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Children and teenagers affected by this disorder display…
Art is such a vast field that encompasses many subjects. Art is an interesting field to engage to engage the children because it takes the entire focus of a child onto a single subject of art. It is recommended to teach children art implying appropriate techniques and subjects according to the age of a child….
Gratitude can be difficult to teach children, but it is important for them to learn. Having thankful gratitude can help your child grow into an empathetic and sensitive individual. There are a number of other benefits of teaching your child how to be grateful for their situation and the things others do for them. However,…
Anger is a normal emotion, but children need to learn how to express it in a healthy way. Sometimes, kids will be angry often or do not know how to cope with their anger. They may even become aggressive or be unable to enjoy life. There are some things that you may be able to…
If you are planning to start or grow your family, you might have looked into the costs associated with raising a child. The medical bills alone can be overwhelming, and there are other expenses after the birth as well. The good news is that you can make a few changes to make things more affordable….
Your child is probably using the internet regularly nowadays. However, it’s not often easy to account for their safety online, as there are various malicious goals. Underaged internet users already account for 1 in 3 internet users, and their numbers will increase over time. It’s good to take a proactive role in ensuring your little…
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….
