As we enter this magical time of the year, let’s explore a variety of activities and ideas that will turn your holiday season into a memorable adventure for your little ones

According to the World Health Organisation, a staggering 29.8 per cent of all adult mental disorders are the result of childhood trauma

Parenting is an ever-evolving journey, and as children grow older, new challenges arise. Addressing bad behaviour in older children requires wisdom, understanding, and patience

Numerous studies have shown that handing your baby a phone or tablet to play with might seem like a harmless solution when you’re busy, but it could rapidly affect their development

Do you have a child who fails to respond to their name, or show facial expressions like happiness, sadness, anger or surprise at nine months?

With a bit of creativity and some thoughtful planning, you can ensure your children have a wonderful holiday even when you’re away at work

Parents and guardians are often worried about keeping their children occupied when they are away from school for long periods. But with these tips, you will be fine

Couples must be treated with dignity, compassion and honesty. They must feel that their journey to conception is well supported and fully optimised towards success

Whether it was a contraceptive mishap, a mistaken menopause or simply reconnecting with an old flame, here are some moments when celebrities had surprise babies

If men are going to only pay half of the bills, they should also be able to do house chores and take care of the children beyond that Sunday hangout

At some point in their teenage years, your child may start to develop an interest in the opposite sex and a desire to date. What do you do then as a parent?

Did you know that some foods and drinks can make it harder to conceive and, if you succeed, can harm your unborn baby?

Permissive parenting involves a style where there are few rules, boundaries and guidelines, and this cultivates an unhealthy parent-child relationship

Mums are usually very exhausted immediately after delivery. It's dad’s time to make cups of tea, prepare three-course meals, and generally pamper their partners

We identified four key factors that motivate young people to participate in a challenge: social pressure, the desire for attention, entertainment value and a phenomenon called the contagion effect

For some parents, weaning is an easy transition, but for others, it's not so smooth and the experience can be frightening for both you and your baby

One damaged relationship we don't often talk about is between mothers and daughters and how to repair them

If you’re the parent of an only child, you may have had worries about how growing up without siblings may affect your child’s social skills

What are some of the factors that commonly lead to suicide in children? Some of the reasons may seem trivial to you as an adult, but to a child, it can seem like the end of the world

Numerous studies have shown that handing your baby a phone or tablet to play with might seem like a harmless solution when you’re busy, but it could rapidly affect their development

My children used to be cheerful and happy. Nowadays we hardly talk, they're so rude, secretive and moody. What's going on?

Modern youth now label their parents as “toxic.” They describe such parents as those who perpetually undermine their children’s self-worth

Giving life seems like the most wonderful thing in the world, but there's another side to pregnancy that's not so fun: childbirth

This is a big decision and one that parents don’t make lightly – few parents think it’s a good idea to change their child’s school on a regular basis

Nutritionists recommend that mothers breastfeed exclusively for six months and avoid using substitutes. However, what makes some mothers unable to follow the advice?

How can I help my child to be successful at school and get on with the other children?

For many parents, the challenge of juggling work and caring for a sick child at home inevitably leads to more TV or iPad

Mum shaming occurs when someone judges or criticises a mother for her parenting style or how she chooses to conduct and carry herself as both a woman and a mother

While showing affection to your children is vital for their development, here are a few things you need to know, particularly about parental kissing

Once your baby reaches the toddler stage where they want to pull, turn, climb and even eat everything, a baby-safe home becomes a necessity

Teaching young children the art of etiquette is an invaluable gift

We all have different ideas on how to raise children. But when it comes to good parenting, several things are evident

Here are several principles of good parenting

Everyone can be a father but not everyone can be a dad, and on Father’s Day, we honour and appreciate those who have shown us real love and sacrifice

The key characteristic of a father is not his age but the heart to nurture and produce after his own kind. Contrary to popular belief, many young people have a father’s heart

Parents have a role to instil basic life skills in their children. However, most children don’t understand the need to learn these basic life skills from their parents or caregivers

From the risks and complications that can come from childbirth, it is clear that neither vaginal nor caesarean birth should be termed as “easy”

As young people undergoing rapid physical, environmental, and socio-emotional changes teenagers are vulnerable to stress and external difficulties

The vast majority of pregnancies catch most women unawares. Suspicion of pregnancy only becomes apparent when a period is missed, and a pregnancy test turns unexpectedly positive

Excessive saliva build-up in the mouth also called ptyalism gravidarum in pregnancy is one of those strange pregnancy symptoms some moms-to-be experience

Co-parenting, unlike the usual societal family setup is something that most people still have challenges with

By modelling good manners and etiquette at home, you can teach your children the importance of treating others with kindness and respect

Let’s explore different ways controller parents present

As a parent, it is your duty to love and raise your children the best way you see fit, but away from your nest, can they manage independently?

Having children is a lifetime commitment that will put a strain on your finances, emotions, and even your physical health

Teenage and early adulthood are absolutely challenging stages of development. At this point, young people thrive more on imagination than reality

It was 2300hrs, I was surprised to see my 4-year-old son walk to the living room and turn on the television. Taking a closer look at him, I realised that his eyes were still closed