There is no dispute that Singaporean kids are spending way too much time on their digital devices. How did we get here? In Singapore, 8-12 year olds spend an average of 35 hours a week in front of their screens for entertainment alone. That’s 3 hours more than the global average. This is a concerning
Imagine your marriage as a garden. Neglecting it often starts in small areas – such as forgetting to weed or water. But over time, those little things add up, and your beautiful garden becomes a tangled mess. The second law of thermodynamics states that, within any system, nothing ever remains the same. Change is constant.
Every child lies from time to time. What should parents do if they catch their child lying? Use these strategies for what to do when your child lies to help children understand the importance of telling the truth. The desire to lie does not make your child a bad person, nor does it indicate a
Handsfree parenting is a popular parenting approach in the digital age, where parents use digital devices to engage and occupy children. In today’s world, with the prevalence of smartphones, tablets, and video games, this style of parenting has gained significant popularity among parents for several compelling reasons. Why is handsfree parenting so popular among today’s
It was a Saturday afternoon and I turned on the TV to watch a particular show, but it was too early and the Olympics beach volleyball was in progress. I was not a fan of beach volleyball but decided to watch it anyway. The more I watched the match, the more intrigued I became. “Could
Parents often find ourselves caught in the crossfire of conflicting parenting advice. The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all answer, as every child is unique and requires a tailored parenting style. However, there is one common pitfall that we should all strive to avoid: over-directing our children. While it may seem counterintuitive, telling children what
Parennts play a crucial role in our children’s lives, shaping their character, guiding their development, and fostering their resilience. When it comes to parenting, one approach that has gained significant recognition for its effectiveness in addressing challenging behaviours is Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), developed by Dr. Stuart Ablon. CPS emphasises collaboration and shared responsibility between
When parents speak to connect, they are showing their children that they are interested in their thoughts and feelings. They are also creating a safe space for their children to share their concerns and ask for help. This can help children to develop healthy coping mechanisms and to build resilience. Here are some examples of
Punishment and discipline are two different approaches to correcting children’s misbehaviour and it is important that parents know the difference between them. Here are four key differences between punishment and discipline: 1. Focus: Punishment focuses on the past behaviour, while discipline focuses on the future behaviour. 2. Goal: Punishment aims to stop the behaviour or
Effective communication serves as the bedrock of any robust relationship, and this principle extends to the parent-child dynamic. When parents and children engage in meaningful and constructive communication, they lay the groundwork for trust, empathy, and mutual respect. Such interactions foster a more content and fulfilling relationship for all parties involved. However, many parents grapple
