Are you having challenges stopping your child from bedwetting? Do you find the situation embarrassing and want to put an end to it however possible? I understand your frustration and I share in your worries. But truth be told, there is little or nothing you can do about stopping your child from bedwetting if he is not yet ready to try. Nighttime incontinence, or nocturnal enuresis which is the medical term used for bedwetting, refers to when a child up to 5 years of age urinates ... View the Post
10 tips to Teach Your Kids How to Save
Never to early to teach your kids how to save Do you teach your kids how to save money? As parents, we should help them develop a savings culture. If you are, then that’s great because no time is too early to start. Starting early to teach your child the importance of saving money and how to save will lay a good foundation for your child’s financial future. It is important to start early because saving money is a habit that usually requires some time to build. Even some adults are still ... View the Post
The 12 things you should NEVER say to your child
Every parent has an oops, right? We say something we regret. But there are some things you should never say to your child. Our kids are our world. Without them, life would be so boring. I still remember the first time I became a mum and how thrilled I was. I still fall into a state of euphoria every time I think about it. But then, your child starts growing up and we start noticing some things we are not so thrilled about. I know you want the best for your child. You just want to spur ... View the Post
How to cope as a single parent, and stay sane
Taking care of yourself can be demanding most times. Add to that having another person to take care of, by yourself, and it can be overwhelming. How do you cope as a single parent and stay sane? Before I go any further, I want to applaud all single parents who have been taking care of their kid(s) without help from their (ex) partner. You are really exceptional! As a single parent, the journey can be a tightrope walk. You are probably juggling your work, your domestic life with serving as ... View the Post
How to let go of your child
How to let go of your child.. horrible? I used to think that letting go of my kids will not be as “horrible” as some parents made it look. How wrong I was. I didn't know how to let go of your child. I witnessed firsthand how “horrible” it was indeed when my sister's teenage daughter had to go off to college. My sister was torn between holding on or letting her go. Well, eventually, she had to let her go. The transition could have been less painful. Thinking about it now, things could have ... View the Post
How to Build your Child’s Self Esteem from Childhood
You can easily notice when your child feels good about himself and when he doesn’t. That type of feeling is usually referred to as self esteem. As parents, you need to know how to build your child's self esteem. Why self-esteem is important for a child Looking at self esteem definition, I realized that setting this up early enough in our children is very important. It affects every area of their lives as they grow. When your child feels good about himself, it sets him up for ... View the Post