It was Mental Health Awareness Week in May 2022 and this year’s theme is loneliness. Loneliness is frightening. Human beings were not created to be alone always. Yes, there are times that a person needs to be alone but when it becomes a regular occurrence then it is a worry. I am sure you can […]
Dear parents, carers, educators prospective parents et al, You may or may not have seen the advertisement about the above course. Well, I thought I should share a few things about this course. Why this course? Well, why not? On a serious note, you spoke and we answered by bringing this course. Following feedback […]
Dear parents and carers, I repeat, dear parents and carers! Yes, you! I have an important message for you so please pay attention. You are a parent or carer and not a TEACHER! I shall repeat it; You are NOT a TEACHER! Even if you are a teacher or educator by profession, your […]
I This C word definitely should not have a negative connotation. What C word is this? Compromise! When you mention the word ‘compromise’ to some people in relation to parenting they will tell you that it is something they have had to learn despite initially finding it difficult. Some will even go as far as […]
The good news of discovering that you will soon be a parent is often clouded by the excitement of having parental responsibility for a child that sometimes a future parent unintentionally does not prepare for the baby’s arrival until it is fairly late. Preparation, as we know, is key for any type of arrival let […]
It is not every mum to be that is privileged to have a partner present to share not just their birthing experience but also raising a child jointly. I am not referring to mere physical presence but having a supportive partner that is emotionally, spiritually, psychologically… present. Raising a child is not something to be […]
As parents, we often find ourselves seeking advice, wise counsel, support and assistance in the course of this lifelong journey called raising children. We are indeed lucky and blessed that in this fast paced world, there are still avenues, opportunities, institutions, communities, online and offline portals where one can obtain reliable information to help address […]
Oh dear! Can I get over it? How can I ensure these obstacles do not affect my Parenting? Firstly remain POSITIVE! It might be stormy and rainy now but it can’t remain the same forever. You can let the situation break you or use the opportunity to become a better person and make you stronger […]