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What is the right age for teens to date?

Parents can feel overwhelmed by the vast exposure of young teens to information. One of the challenges parents face is finding the right approach to navigate the sensitive topic of dating
By Binny Brahmbhatt – Sharma 2026-04-07 08:00:00
No one really tells you how much life shifts after a baby arrives. The experience is not just about raising a child; it’s about navigating a completely new version of themselves
By Joan Oyiela 2026-03-28 13:47:15
When children experience punishment, rejection or neglect repeatedly, they adapt by silencing their emotions and needs as a coping mechanism
By Anjellah Owino 2026-03-25 08:00:00
Perfectionism is usually looked at in adulthood, where the pressure to perform and succeed becomes more visible. However, psychologists say it begins in childhood
By Anjellah Owino 2026-03-14 14:30:57
Parenting has always been about consistency and emotional availability, but today, there’s an added pressure to appear involved. The danger is when performance replaces participation
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-03-12 09:47:36
Children experience transitions physiologically, not just emotionally and moving from structured school environments to home settings can dysregulate their nervous systems
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-03-04 10:46:13
Parents are raising children in an era of what is known as the 'camera culture', where the recording, sharing and monetisation of everyday human interaction has become normalised
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-02-24 10:56:51
Teaching kids about money early isn’t just smart; it’s essential for raising confident, responsible and financially savvy adults
By Anjellah Owino 2026-02-21 09:01:44
We joke about it, and oftentimes you hear parents state that they haven’t slept in years, and everyone laughs. However, underneath the joke is a real strain
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-02-19 09:53:39
If a parent explodes at every inconvenience, a child learns that power equals volume, and if a parent navigates conflict with calm and accountability
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-02-18 10:30:21
Changing family structures have reshaped how families live. Many young parents are raising children far from their support systems, while juggling work demands that leave little room for rest
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-02-03 10:20:31
Highly sensitive children feel emotions, sights and sounds intensely, making parenting both challenging and rewarding. Understanding their needs is key to helping them thrive
By Anjellah Owino 2026-01-31 12:12:12