Category: Inspiring Dads’ Articles

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Parenting Together: How Dads and Mums Can Bring Out the Best in Each Other

Kaya toast with soft-boiled eggs. Laksa with otah. Chilli crab with mantou. These combinations are good on their own, but magical together. Marriage and parenting work the same way. It is all about bringing out the best in each other. Fathers and mothers are the ultimate tag team. Each of us brings unique strengths into

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Listening, Affirming, and Supporting Our Teenagers

Reflecting on my own parenting journey and the experiences shared by other parents, I have noticed that many teenagers tend to keep their struggles from their parents for various reasons. Yet, viewed positively, they are learning to navigate life using the resources and experiences they have accumulated over the years. As parents, we can find

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How to Talk to Your Child About Bullying

“I was bullied in school…” That is the last thing any parent wants to hear from their child at the end of a school day. Sadly, with multiple bullying incidents surfacing online in recent months, we as parents need to know how to speak to our children about this topic and equip them with the

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A Father’s Role In Guiding His Family Towards A Higher Taqwa This Ramadan

“O you who have believed, protect yourselves and your families from a Fire whose fuel is people and stones…” (Quran 66:6) As fathers, we carry a heavy yet beautiful responsibility – the duty to lead, protect, and nurture our families, not just physically, but spiritually too. Every man who is about to be a father

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How To Build A Relationship With Your Child

Building a strong relationship with your child is much like building a friendship with anyone else. Here are four key things a father can do to nurture that bond: 1. Spend Quality Time Together: This goes beyond just being in the same room. Put away distractions, actively engage with your child, and show genuine interest

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Do You Have A Close Relationship With Your Child?

Do you have a relationship with your child? It might sound like a silly question to ask, but it’s one that every parent should ask themselves. Because a relationship with your child is more than just a biological and legal connection. It’s a deep bond built on trust, love, and respect. Parents often assume that

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Emotion Coaching: Set Limits While Problem Solving

The fifth and final step of the Emotional Coaching system is to set limits while helping your child to problem-solve.  Let’s say that your child has a tendency to hit others or things when he is upset. As his dad, you can communicate to your child that hitting is not acceptable behaviour. Use simple and

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Emotion Coaching: Listen and Validate Your Child’s Emotions

Most parents are at peace when their children are happy but struggle when they see their children feeling sad, angry, or scared. There is no real need for concern because it is natural for children to experience a full range of emotions. In fact, I would say its a good thing they are able to

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Emotion Coaching: Take Note Of Your Child’s Emotions

Let’s talk about two things that will help you become an emotion coach. The first thing an emotion coach does is to notice the child’s emotions. Before a volcano erupts, there are usually indications that precedes the actual blow-out. In the same way, you can try to notice signs of emotion before your child’s feelings

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