As parents, we all want to see our children thrive and become independent, especially in their use of the digital world. However, as we encourage freedom and self-reliance, we often find ourselves grappling with the constant worry about their safety. In this blog, we will be joined by child psychologist Jarmila Tomkova to explore the … More Finding Balance: Nurturing Independence While Ensuring Safety
Social media sites are designed to make their users come back for more. Do laws restricting children’s exposure to addictive social media feeds have teeth or are they a political gimmick? Social media platforms have become a near-constant presence in our daily lives. They are a great tool to stay connected with relatives and friends … More Social media and teen mental health
Social media platforms are more than just places for mindless scrolling. When used safely and sensibly, they can become dynamic playgrounds for your child to explore their creativity. From photo-sharing to short video apps, each platform offers unique features that can nurture your child’s creative skills in different ways. Let’s delve into how you can … More Different creativity playgrounds. Use social media apps for creative development
Cyberbullying can significantly affect children’s confidence and cause them to lose hope in the kindness of others. Especially if they are left to deal with their emotions on their own. How should parents proceed when they think their child may be a victim of cyberbullying? And how can they help them get back on their … More Help your child overcome a cyberbullying incident
These days, our kids have watched us use smart devices ever since they were born – and maybe they even joined in occasionally. So it’s no wonder our children will eventually want one. How can parents determine whether their child is ready for this big step? We asked child psychologist Jarmila Tomkova for the answer. … More “Mum, I’m ready!” When should you get your child their first smartphone?
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