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Imagine being on a boat in the middle of the sea: you kinda know how to control the boat, but don’t really have the experience and skills yet. Then all of a sudden the sky starts to turn grey and you can sense a storm coming your way. Scary stuff, isn’t it? That’s the kind of feeling your tween is going through right now, trying to navigate the tricky waters of adolescence. They are facing...
see moreYou would think your sweet child’s mood swings and irrationalities are well behind you since they were no longer toddlers (where have all the years gone?). Doesn’t it seem like forever ago when they were throwing irrational tantrums all day? And then one day, all of a sudden, you find yourself asking: “Where did my sweet little baby go?”. Well, parents, welcome to the world of tweens! This is exactly what I am going through...
see moreHave you recently wondered why your tween or teen doesn’t seem to have the same social etiquette as an older sibling, or even you, had at their age? Are most of their hangouts with friends happening online or via a phone – even though the lockdown is long gone? As the world slowly recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to understand how it has affected your tweens’ social and mental development. Young teenagers are...
see moreParenting a tween can be a tricky balancing act. It often feels like you’re navigating a minefield, constantly trying to avoid saying or doing the wrong thing. And just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, your child throws a curveball, and you’re back to square one. That’s why it’s important to have some strategies in your toolkit to help you navigate these challenging years. Sometimes taking a step back, taking a deep...
see moreIn my house 7th-grade math equates to a never-ending source of homework hysterics and hair-pulling moments. As I find myself embarking on this chaotic journey for the second time, I can’t help but laugh at the irony of it all. You see, math and I have never been the best of friends. So, here I am, equipped with a stack of textbooks, a mind full of dread, and an unyielding determination to conquer this mathematical...
see moreIt’s 2023. Simply talking to your tween about the basic birds and the bees will not cut it any more. That’s because the world has evolved around us. And as your tween grows and develops, they will become more curious about sexuality and gender. Talking to your tween about these topics can be challenging as a parent. Why should you talk to your tween about sexuality and gender? Having these conversations can help your child...
see moreParenting a tween can feel like you are dealing with a secret agent who’s been sworn to secrecy about their day, friends, or pretty much anything going on in their lives. At this stage, tweens often find themselves grappling with emotional, physical, and social changes, making them more reserved and less willing to open up about their feelings or experiences. Seeking independence, they may be reluctant to share their thoughts, fearing judgment or misunderstanding from...
see moreIf there’s one thing tweens love, it’s a sleepover. These overnight parties have withstood the test of time – even if they look a little different to how they once did (thanks, social media). Sleepovers can be taxing on parents, for sure, but they are such an important part of developing a tweens social, emotional, and cognitive skills. They can also provide tweens with an opportunity to socialise with their peers in a more relaxed...
see moreAs parents, we try to help our children grow up to be well-rounded individuals with a wide array of interests and hobbies. However, in most cases, technology has taken over our children’s lives. We know just how challenging it can be to inspire our mini-creatives to put down their devices and pick up a pencil or paintbrush. But encouraging creativity in your child can lead to improved problem-solving skills, increased self-esteem, and a more active...
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