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Ways parents can help children set New Year resolutions

When children see parents setting and working toward their own goals, they learn by example. Younger children may not understand the concept of a full year, so weekly or monthly check-ins work better
By Anjellah Owino 2026-01-07 10:53:13
Statements like ‘you should be grateful, others have nothing’ can confuse or burden a child. Gratitude should be taught through experience, not comparison.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-26 08:55:13
I have teenagers, and we row! They roll their eyes, storm off, slam doors, they’re prickly, rebellious and secretive. What am I doing wrong?
By Chris Hart 2025-12-23 10:17:13
My parents never even mentioned sex when I was a child, so now I find talking about intimacy really difficult. How can I do better with my own children?
By Chris Hart 2025-12-19 09:00:00
Children are rarely alone; every gap is filled with screens, tutors, activities, background television, music streaming, constant supervision and constant stimulation
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-17 10:43:33
My parents never even mentioned sex when I was a child, so now I find talking about intimacy really difficult. So how can I do better with my own children?
By Chris Hart 2025-12-11 08:36:12
Healing starts with recognising the trauma, learning to set healthy boundaries and choosing forgiveness, not to excuse past harm, but to free oneself from it
By Eve Waruingi 2025-12-09 09:04:06
From the effects of inherited trauma to the way they parent, Kenyan mothers are redefining the rules of love, discipline and emotional well-being
By Lolita Bunde 2025-12-06 11:05:40
Predators rarely start with threats. They build trust, then request intimate photos or videos. Once trust is established, they threaten to leak the content unless the victim complies
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-02 08:16:18
Many people hold the view that a baby should be left to cry without being comforted, arguing that this helps them learn independence rather than relying on their parents’ arms.
By Anjellah Owino 2025-11-15 09:24:41
“Children don’t ask about elections or manifestos, but they ask about tears, about why people gather to sing, to wave flags, to whisper prayers
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-10-30 08:55:15
Focus first on being involved in your teenager’s lives, quit if you’re a current user, and don’t let anyone smoke in your house
By Chris Hart 2025-10-28 12:26:56