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Parenting
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‘I’m not afraid to be vulnerable and share the ups and downs of motherhood’
Steph Rodgers shares her love of fashion, the Maltese language, and of being Baby G's mum with almost 26,000 followers on TikTok. Her secret? Authenticity and transparency.
Stay safe in the sun… not only in summer
While the great outdoors may seem inviting at this time of year, it is imperative to protect yourself and your children from the harmful UV rays, even on overcast days.
The benefits of positive co-parenting
Research suggests that children fare better in their development and their relationships when both parents adopt a collaborative co-parenting approach. Charlene Aquilina gives some advice.
Let the big Easter break begin
Tomorrow sees the start of the Easter break for most of Malta's children. We're serving up some ideas for family-fun.
Why children misbehave when they are tired
Despite knowing there are things they cannot do or that we do not allow them to do, the likelihood of kids doing these things when they are tired increases. Here's a plausible reason by The Conversation.
‘The topic of war is very hard for children’
How toys and tales are helping Ukraine kids process war trauma and how you can discuss the subject with your own children
Protecting children during separation proceedings
Amendments to maintenance and access laws are needed, says Labour MEP
‘Mind your own business’
Saying it as it is - stop commenting on other people's lives.
Combating the persistent obesity problem
The problem of obesity among school-aged children has been highlighted in various studies along the years but despite campaigns and initiatives, a lot remains to be desired. Cardiologist Robert Xuereb maintains that the government, schools and parents have an important role to play in tackling the problem at its source.
Embracing a growth mindset
Being resilient in the face of adversity is an important life skill and it is especially significant during challenging times. Sandy Calleja Portelli discusses the importance of teaching children to persevere in whatever they do, not just academically.