Family
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Helping Kids Settle Into a New School Year
Practical tips for helping kids settle into a new school year with confidence, routine, and support for a smooth, stress-free start.
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Almost 18: Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Raising a Teen on the Brink of Adulthood
It doesn’t quite hit you until you’re filling out yet another university open day form or helping them apply for part-time jobs, when suddenly it’s there, staring back at you in bold: this is your child’s last year as a minor. Raising a teen means moments like this, watching the little person who once clutched your hand in the primary school car park now borrow your clothes, use all your make-up, mutter something unintelligible before 10 am, and keep one foot already out the door.
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How To Kickstart A New Career With Kids
Kids needn’t get in the way of your career goals. While being a parent can make it more challenging to do specific jobs, there are often still ways into certain industries if you are dedicated enough. For those who have been considering a change of career, here are some tips on how to kickstart a new career with kids.
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Essential Factors to Consider Before Starting a Family
One of the most life-changing decisions you'll ever make is whether or not to have children and begin the journey of starting a family. If you and your partner have decided that parenthood is in your future, the next step is to start planning and preparing for this exciting journey.
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Preventing Caretaker Burnout: Tips for Looking After Your Parents
Caring for ageing parents can be a rewarding yet challenging experience. While it brings a sense of fulfilment to provide for the people who once nurtured you, the emotional, physical, and mental toll can lead to caretaker burnout.
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The Upside and Downside of Giving Birth: Exploring the Emotions, Challenges, and Joys
Giving birth is a transformative experience marked by joy, pain, and love. It involves physical challenges, like postpartum recovery, and emotional ups and downs, including anxiety and bonding. Parenthood can strengthen relationships but may also cause strain and involves overcoming potential birth injuries. In sum, motherhood is an incredible journey requiring resilience.
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9 Tips for Successful Homeschooling
Homeschooling is rewarding, but it’s also challenging. Speak to anyone who has gone through the homeschooling journey, and they’ll invariably tell you that they wouldn’t change it for the world — but that getting up and running was quite the challenge.
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Simple Ways to Boost Children’s Mental Well-being
As a parent, you always want your child to grow healthily and happily. Right? To do so, you’ll give your child healthy food, encourage them to exercise regularly and prevent them from adopting some bad habits. But are you taking care of your child’s mental health? In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of your children’s mental well-being is more crucial than ever. Know that overlooking your child’s mental well-being can lead to severe consequences. Some of them include: If you notice any changes in your child’s behaviour and mood or they are having trouble with academic performance, then it is essential to take immediate action. If you’re unsure about what…
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The Ultimate Guide to Teaching Kids About Safety: Tips and Tricks
Ensuring the safety of our kids is every parent’s top priority. However, teaching them about safety can sometimes be challenging, as it requires a careful balance of providing necessary information without instilling fear. In this ultimate guide, we will explore tips and tricks to effectively educate our children about safety, empowering them to make informed decisions and stay protected in various situations. From teaching them how to cross the road safely to understanding the importance of stranger danger, this guide covers a wide range of safety topics. We will also dive into the significance of fire safety, road safety, online safety, and more, equipping you with valuable information and resources…
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How To Manage A Passing In The Family
Managing a passing in the family can be a challenging and emotional time. Learn helpful tips and guidance on how to navigate the grieving process, support family members, and take care of practical matters during this difficult time.