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Some parents carefully watch every word that comes out of their mouths. Others let a curse word slip from time to time. But no matter which category you fall into, hearing your child curse isn’t a pleasant experience. Whether you find it amusing or appalling, the last thing you want is for your child to …
This edition of Family Times we decided to gather information from the political parties currently represented in Parliament about what they plan to do for families in the next term. To further help you make your decision for the upcoming election, we’ve put together a list of websites that you can visit to find out …
One thing in life is for sure: your taste buds don’t suddenly desire fast food over tender, juicy steak just because you now have little people in your life. Yet, when it comes to dining out, many families go for the easy option rather than daunting path of training their children to enjoy eating out …
Littlies 3-5 years: Pirate Little boys particularly love swashbuckling eye patches, swords, and all kinds of pirate paraphernalia. Whether it’s inspired by their favourite TV programme or book, pirate parties lend themselves to lots of fun. Have a competition for the best “pirate speak”. Decorate the birthday cake as a treasure map, and then have …
While it may seem like a long way off, now is the perfect time to plan for the festive season. Along with the good times, Christmas can also bring financial stress as holiday costs build and credit card bills mount up. This time, make sure you start the New Year on the right foot, and …
A lot of us struggle with finding enough time to exercise. We get distracted with the responsibilities of beings adults and parents. We often see physical activity/exercise as having to be separate from family time and struggle with finding the time given all the other pressures in our busy lives. As a dad who works …
Amy was just putting away the groceries for the day when her daughter, Elizabeth, walked into the kitchen demanding the latest iPhone. Amy patiently told her daughter that she had already received another popular – and equally expensive – phone a few months ago; what exactly was wrong with it? When Elizabeth said that all …
Once upon a time in a darkened room at bedtime, children were told stories – not read books. Today’s vast access to the world of books is an undoubted treasure trove for eager young minds, but the art of spinning a tale seems to have all but vanished. It used to be that stories told …
It’s something we’ve all seen or experienced; a loud and distressed toddler throwing a tantrum right there in the middle of the grocery aisle at your local supermarket. Somewhere nearby you will find an embarrassed mum or dad doing their best to either ignore the child or convince them to stop. The fact is, tantrums …
Although many parents are concerned with their children’s intelligence quotient (IQ), research shows that a child’s emotional quotient (EQ) is just as important for that child’s personal success. So what is emotional intelligence? Emotional quotient is your child’s ability to feel, while intelligence quotient is your child’s ability to think. Although the term was coined …
