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Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

New Study Finds Maternal Affection Between Ages 5 & 10 Sets Children Up For Success

Warmth and affection in parenting during childhood positively influences long-term personality traits associated with success.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago

24 Modern Parenting Trends That Are Doing More Harm Than Good, According To Teachers

Modern parenting methods involving overprotectiveness and lack of accountability hinder children's emotional and practical skill development.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How Parents Can Avoid the Achievement Trap

Overemphasis on success can hinder children's coping ability.
Valuing children for their identity rather than achievements alleviates pressure.
Encouraging individual paths supports children's true interests.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Father Time: Preparing for Your Child's Adolescence

Fatherhood extends beyond adolescence, impacting young adults' autonomy.
Self-reflection is crucial for fathers' growth and their children's development.
Understanding strengths and weaknesses improves fathering during young adulthood.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Empty Nest, Empty Heart

Letting children go can be a profound emotional challenge for fathers.
Fathers experience both joy and loss as children grow and seek independence.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
4 days ago

Kindergarten teacher begs parents: Please teach your kids this 1 skill

Teaching kids to accept 'no' is essential for their readiness for kindergarten.
Gentle parenting should not equate to never saying 'no' to children.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

New Study Finds Maternal Affection Between Ages 5 & 10 Sets Children Up For Success

Warmth and affection in parenting during childhood positively influences long-term personality traits associated with success.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago

24 Modern Parenting Trends That Are Doing More Harm Than Good, According To Teachers

Modern parenting methods involving overprotectiveness and lack of accountability hinder children's emotional and practical skill development.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How Parents Can Avoid the Achievement Trap

Overemphasis on success can hinder children's coping ability.
Valuing children for their identity rather than achievements alleviates pressure.
Encouraging individual paths supports children's true interests.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Father Time: Preparing for Your Child's Adolescence

Fatherhood extends beyond adolescence, impacting young adults' autonomy.
Self-reflection is crucial for fathers' growth and their children's development.
Understanding strengths and weaknesses improves fathering during young adulthood.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Empty Nest, Empty Heart

Letting children go can be a profound emotional challenge for fathers.
Fathers experience both joy and loss as children grow and seek independence.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
4 days ago

Kindergarten teacher begs parents: Please teach your kids this 1 skill

Teaching kids to accept 'no' is essential for their readiness for kindergarten.
Gentle parenting should not equate to never saying 'no' to children.
more#parenting
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago
Parenting

Middle Childhood Is Not a Waiting Room

Middle Childhood is a critical phase that significantly impacts future emotional and social development.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Mental health

Being shouted at by parents can alter child's brain, experts tell UK MPs

Verbal abuse from parents harms children's mental health and social interactions.
Children internalize negative words, impacting their self-perception and mental well-being.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Parenting

New Study Finds Only Children Are Thriving, Actually

Only children may enjoy cognitive and mental health benefits, contradicting common stereotypes about their social development.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
Mental health

An Epidemic of Need: The Surge in Childhood Psychiatric Diagnoses

The rise in childhood diagnoses reflects societal shifts in understanding rather than an actual increase in mental health issues.
Expanded definitions in DSM-5 blur the lines of mental health diagnostics and increase access.
Parenting
fromThe Gottman Institute
2 weeks ago

Help Your Kids Get Along: The importance of sibling relationships

Sibling relationships are crucial for childhood development and adult mental health.
Healthy sibling interactions provide emotional support, while conflict can cause long-term issues.
Parents play a key role in fostering positive sibling dynamics.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Working from home has helped me be a better mum'

Martha improved her family's well-being by transitioning to part-time work, supporting research on the importance of parental availability for children's development.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Being shouted at by parents can alter child's brain, experts tell UK MPs

Verbal abuse from parents harms children's mental health and social interactions.
Children internalize negative words, impacting their self-perception and mental well-being.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

New Study Finds Only Children Are Thriving, Actually

Only children may enjoy cognitive and mental health benefits, contradicting common stereotypes about their social development.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

An Epidemic of Need: The Surge in Childhood Psychiatric Diagnoses

The rise in childhood diagnoses reflects societal shifts in understanding rather than an actual increase in mental health issues.
Expanded definitions in DSM-5 blur the lines of mental health diagnostics and increase access.
Parenting
fromThe Gottman Institute
2 weeks ago

Help Your Kids Get Along: The importance of sibling relationships

Sibling relationships are crucial for childhood development and adult mental health.
Healthy sibling interactions provide emotional support, while conflict can cause long-term issues.
Parents play a key role in fostering positive sibling dynamics.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
London startup

'Working from home has helped me be a better mum'

Martha improved her family's well-being by transitioning to part-time work, supporting research on the importance of parental availability for children's development.
more#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
8 hours ago
Parenting

3 Words to Rewire Your Overthinking Child's Mind

Pause before problem-solving to address overthinking.
Encourage growth through effort, not just success.
Overthinking is a common, human experience.
#education
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Kids' education suffered irreversible damage during pandemic lockdowns - new book holds media, pols accountable

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically impacted children's lives, leading parents to blame officials for prolonged school closures.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Help Children Build Tools for Learning and Life Success

Fostering skills in collaboration and information evaluation prepares children for future challenges and opportunities.
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago
NYC parents

Hugh Grant lashes out about technology in schools calling it a 'crazy addiction'

Hugh Grant criticizes Big Tech's pervasive influence on children's education and screen time, equating it to a drug cartel's harmful tactics.
fromVulture
1 week ago
Parenting

Abbott Elementary Season-Finale Recap: The Final Bell

Janine's character embodies the importance of treating children with respect and enthusiasm, significantly impacting their innocence and joy.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Kids' education suffered irreversible damage during pandemic lockdowns - new book holds media, pols accountable

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically impacted children's lives, leading parents to blame officials for prolonged school closures.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Help Children Build Tools for Learning and Life Success

Fostering skills in collaboration and information evaluation prepares children for future challenges and opportunities.
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago
NYC parents

Hugh Grant lashes out about technology in schools calling it a 'crazy addiction'

Hugh Grant criticizes Big Tech's pervasive influence on children's education and screen time, equating it to a drug cartel's harmful tactics.
fromVulture
1 week ago
Parenting

Abbott Elementary Season-Finale Recap: The Final Bell

Janine's character embodies the importance of treating children with respect and enthusiasm, significantly impacting their innocence and joy.
more#education
#family-dynamics
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Parental Divorce Is a Challenge for Children of All Ages

Divorce creates profound emotional impacts on both minor and adult children, reshaping their trust and relationships.
Healing from a divorce requires specific support and time for both minors and adults.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Parenting

My Son Is Exhibiting Some Pretty Weird Behavior Toward His Little Sister. I Think This Needs to Stop.

Encourage responsible sibling behavior while clarifying boundaries in their relationship.
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago
Parenting

Paris Hilton Showed Gratitude To Fans Who Praised Her Parenting After Her TikToks Led To Criticism

The observed dynamics in the family show the babies' detachment from their mother, raising concerns about affection and interaction.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Parental Divorce Is a Challenge for Children of All Ages

Divorce creates profound emotional impacts on both minor and adult children, reshaping their trust and relationships.
Healing from a divorce requires specific support and time for both minors and adults.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Parenting

My Son Is Exhibiting Some Pretty Weird Behavior Toward His Little Sister. I Think This Needs to Stop.

Encourage responsible sibling behavior while clarifying boundaries in their relationship.
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago
Parenting

Paris Hilton Showed Gratitude To Fans Who Praised Her Parenting After Her TikToks Led To Criticism

The observed dynamics in the family show the babies' detachment from their mother, raising concerns about affection and interaction.
more#family-dynamics
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Mummy, Charlie called me fat today': how to talk to kids about body image

Encouraging body confidence requires validating children's feelings rather than using comments about beauty tied to body size.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Permissive Parenting: Effects and Breaking the Cycle

Permissive parenting can hinder children's development by prioritizing their immediate happiness over parental needs.
#leadership
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago
Mental health

Why Narcissists Emerge as Leaders Even in Childhood

Narcissistic leaders attract followers through charm and assertiveness despite their unethical behaviors that stifle collaboration.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago
Mental health

Why Narcissists Emerge as Leaders Even in Childhood

Narcissistic leaders attract followers through charm and assertiveness despite their unethical behaviors that stifle collaboration.
more#leadership
fromMail Online
1 week ago
London politics

Posh accents make you sound clever, say kids - it's bad for Yorkshire

Children as young as five associate accents with social stereotypes, perceiving certain accents as more intelligent.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The truth about stress: from the benefits of the good kind' to the exercise that only makes it worse

Stress has a complex nature and can be influenced by early life experiences and beliefs about stress.
Predictable and voluntary stressors tend to be less harmful and may even enhance performance.
Video games
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Children are developing 'Fortnite accents', experts warn

Excessive gaming can lead children to develop a 'Fortnite accent', indicating a lack of real-world interactions.
Mental health
fromTiny Buddha
1 week ago

The Mean Instinct: Why We Exclude Others and How to Stop - Tiny Buddha

Meanness in social dynamics may be a learned behavior rather than an inherent trait.
Girls often face cycles of exclusion that mirror animal social structures.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Autism Rate Continues to Rise Among Children, C.D.C. Reports

The percentage of American children with autism has increased, driven by better awareness and screening.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Parenting

The Hornchurch nursery that is a 'home-from-home' praised by Ofsted

The Wendy House Day Nursery received positive feedback from Ofsted, marked as 'good' in all inspection categories.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

When a Child Can Begin Playing Competitive Sports

Competitive youth sports impact children's physical and psychosocial development, requiring parental guidance for ages 6-18.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

Teaching Your Kids How to Cook? How to Get Started, No Matter Their Age | KQED

Engaging kids in cooking fosters a positive relationship with food and enhances bonding.
Starting with simple, safe tasks allows children to explore cooking without pressure.
#community-engagement
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago
Arts

Naoto Fukasawa and Jakuets Bring Imagination to Life with "Playful Sculptures" - Yanko Design

The 'Playful Sculptures' installation encourages imaginative play by transforming art into interactive objects for children.
Collaborating for the first time, designer Naoto Fukasawa and Jakuets deliver a unique experience at Milan Design Week.
fromTODAY.com
3 weeks ago
Growth hacking

The Girl Scouts used to bake their own cookies. This was the first recipe

McKenna Moore's cookie-making highlights the rich history and community spirit of Girl Scout cookie sales that date back over a century.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago
Arts

Naoto Fukasawa and Jakuets Bring Imagination to Life with "Playful Sculptures" - Yanko Design

The 'Playful Sculptures' installation encourages imaginative play by transforming art into interactive objects for children.
Collaborating for the first time, designer Naoto Fukasawa and Jakuets deliver a unique experience at Milan Design Week.
fromTODAY.com
3 weeks ago
Growth hacking

The Girl Scouts used to bake their own cookies. This was the first recipe

McKenna Moore's cookie-making highlights the rich history and community spirit of Girl Scout cookie sales that date back over a century.
more#community-engagement
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The First Generation of AI Natives

Today's children are the first generation of AI natives, facing unique challenges and opportunities.
AI literacy is crucial for mitigating risks and maximizing benefits for this generation.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Put your baby down to nap near a washing machine, expert says

Babies should nap in light rooms with background noise, not dark, quiet spaces, to align with their natural sleep rhythms.
#nursery-funding
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

We should celebrate Labour's good news on nurseries but it needs to be bolder | Polly Toynbee

Funding for nurseries increases early childhood education opportunities, directly impacting children's future growth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

The Guardian view on early years education: new nurseries must be the start of something bigger | Editorial

Government expansion of early years education raised concerns due to increased safety incidents in nurseries, highlighting a need for close monitoring.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

We should celebrate Labour's good news on nurseries but it needs to be bolder | Polly Toynbee

Funding for nurseries increases early childhood education opportunities, directly impacting children's future growth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

The Guardian view on early years education: new nurseries must be the start of something bigger | Editorial

Government expansion of early years education raised concerns due to increased safety incidents in nurseries, highlighting a need for close monitoring.
more#nursery-funding
#creative-play
fromDesign Milk
3 weeks ago
Design

The Archipelago Playscape Brings Energy to Children's Museum

Playgrounds should balance safety with opportunity for risk-taking to foster child development.
The Archipelago Playscape encourages kids to explore and learn through engaging physical challenges.
fromDesign Milk
3 weeks ago
Design

The Archipelago Playscape Brings Energy to Children's Museum

Playgrounds should balance safety with opportunity for risk-taking to foster child development.
The Archipelago Playscape encourages kids to explore and learn through engaging physical challenges.
more#creative-play
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

Here's How To Teach Kids To Speak Up When They're Uncomfortable

Teaching kids to assert their discomfort in conversations reduces prolonged awkwardness.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Rethinking How We See and Support Children with Disabilities

Disability should be viewed as strength, not deficiency.
Resilience leads to long-term success for children, not merely symptom relief.
Change the system, not the child, by fostering empathy.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London music

Royal filmmaker captures new pre-school opening

The Odyssey pre-school, the first in the UK, offers a unique learning environment designed to stimulate children's curiosity and creativity.
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