When kids get arthritis: here’s what causes it and how to treat it

It’s called the ‘old people’s disease’ but joint inflammation in children is common. Here’s what causes it and how to treat it.

23 Jul 2021

Why lockdown has made it so much easier for kids to be exposed to porn – and what you can do as a worried parent

As more kids are exposed to pornography online – sometimes accidentally – we offer advice to worried parents.

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Are you making one of these 7 common parenting mistakes?

Some things that parents do with the best of intentions can actually harm their child’s self-esteem. Here are eight parenting traps to...

08 Apr 2021

Where do you stand on the chore list for children that’s dividing the internet?

Cooking dinner, changing light bulbs, trimming hedges, ironing clothes . . . would you expect your tween to do these tasks? According to...

29 Jan 2021

Children are often poisoned by household products — here’s what you should lock away

If your child has been poisoned, call a poison info center first.

15 Jan 2021

5 brilliant safety apps that allow you to remotely control your child's cellphone

Worried that your kids are spending too much time on their phones? These parental control tools can help.

01 Dec 2020

Playtime during the pandemic: how to put some of the fun back into life for your kids

Kids are returning to school but they’re having to learn restrictive new rules about social distancing – here’s advice on putting some of...

28 Aug 2020

Here's how to get the kids involved with chores

Let your kids ease your load around the house – it’s good for them!

14 Aug 2020

Raising resilient kids: here’s how to help your children cope with ease during the lockdown

There’s the stress of being cooped up during lockdown, the pressure of keeping up with schoolwork at home and the fear and anxiety...

13 Aug 2020

Easter family fun: Creative crafts to try with your kids

Unleash creativity in your home with these simple craft and decorating ideas for kids and adults alike.

12 Apr

Teach your kids that trying your best is better than coming out on top

Teach children that trying your hardest is more important than always coming out on top

16 Feb 2021

How to deal with an anxious child

The new school year is officially in full swing but getting back into the groove might prove a bit difficult for your little one.

16 Feb 2021

Get your kids organised for the school year!

The school holiday has ended and reality is sinking in – it’s bye-bye beach, hello books.

15 Feb 2021

Help your kids cope during the lockdown

Lockdown is a confusing, even distressing time for children. Here’s advice on how to tackle it whatever their age.

11 Aug 2020

New report: what lockdown stress is doing to babies and toddlers

If lockdown is hard for adults just imagine what it’s like for children, especially babies and young toddlers?

10 Aug 2020

How to help your matriculant cope with this crazy year

After five years of high school, what an anti-climax! How can the class of 2020 make it through these final crucial months?

08 Aug 2020

‘Corona’ one of the 100 most-searched names for girls

The pandemic has had a huge impact on nearly every aspect of our lives, so it makes sense that not even choosing baby names has escaped...

28 Jul 2020

Home is where the school is: Here’s everything you need to know about home-schooling

If you’ve decided not to send your child back to school this year here’s what you need to know about home-schooling.

24 Jul 2020