Psychological safety within a family is a safe and nurturing evnironment which accords its members a sense of confidence to freely share their ideas, thoughts and concerns without fear of negative consequences. Psychological safety is a paramount parenting sphere to focus on as it determines both emotional and mental health of your family. Cultivating psychological […]
In the heart of a cool agricultural sub-county in Western Kenya, nestled within the comforting embrace of a live kay apple fence, lived the Wafula family. Mr. and Mrs. Wafula were parents to two children: Anyango, the eldest, and Obudo, her younger brother. From the outside, their family seemed picture-perfect, but within the walls of […]
What Is Bullying? Bullying happens when someone repeatedly behaves in a way that intentionally hurts, threatens or makes another person feel less-than-great. It’s not just a one-time disagreement or a harmless prank; it’s a pattern of behavior that can mess with a child’s or a teen’s physical, emotional and psychological well-being. Bullying can happen anywhere […]
Establishing a strong attachment to a primary caregiver during various stages of childhood—infancy, toddlerhood, middle childhood (elementary school years), and adolescence—offers numerous long-term benefits for a child’s development. Here are twenty long-term benefits across these age groups: Infants: 1.Secure Base for Exploration: Infants who form a secure attachment with their primary caregiver feel confident to […]
Chronic parental conflict is a frequent pattern of dysfunctional relational behaviour between parents. Chronic parental conflict happens over a sustained period. This can stem from an abusive relationship, power strugles within the marriage or inability of couples to resolve marital and parenting issues amicably. Chronic parental conflict is insidious because it can go on even […]
Emotional safety refers to an environment where children feel secure, loved and supported in expressing their emotions. Creating an emotionally safe home for children is crucial for their overall well-being and development. Emotional safety refers to an environment where children feel secure, loved and supported in expressing their emotions. Here are several reasons why establishing […]
Play remains a crucial aspect of human development across the lifespan and its significance extends to adolescents as well. While the nature of play might change with age, its importance in the holistic growth and development of adolescents cannot be overstated. Here are several reasons why play is essential for adolescents: 1. Social Skills Development: […]
Bad parenting habits encompass a range of parenting behaviors that negatively impact a child’s well-being as well as the family’s stability. Children who are raised by parents who embody these unhelpful parenting habits experience difficulties in their growth and developmental years including: Low self-esteem Behavioral issues Academic struggles and Difficulties forming healthy relationships. Parents may […]
It is a cherished desire of parents to raise their children in an emotionally healthy home where each child feels loved and has a deep sense of belonging. Most parents do everything within their control to ensure each child feels safe within the family unit and that there is a harmonious relationship among members of […]
Modeling academic excellence in children involves identifying and cultivating and habits and skills associated with compounded academic improvement and achievement of the set academic goals. As a parent, you play a key role in this process by nurturing and helping your child acquire, develop and apply habits and skills that will make it possible to […]