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Parenting
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Meta beefs up teen defences on Instagram and Messenger
Teens younger than 16 years old can now only be messaged or added to group chats by people they already follow or are connected to
January 26, 2024
How to make sure pocket money teaches children financial skills
Pocket money could be a great educational opportunity. Here's how
January 21, 2024
Instagram, Facebook restricting content for teens
Changes come months after dozens of US states accused Meta of damaging the mental health of children and teens
January 20, 2024
3 ways to help your child transition off screens
For many families, there is a daily battle around getting children off their screens and avoiding ‘tech tantrums’. Some experts here give their suggestions
January 11, 2024
Finding the time to bond with your child
Freeing up some time in our busy schedules to spend a few, quality moments with our children may not always be easy. Here are six opportunties to look out for throughout the day
January 10, 2024
How to encourage your child’s friendships
Children’s friendships should be viewed as a vital part of their learning and development. An expert says why
January 4, 2024
Parental alienation: a child’s interpretation
Grooming towards rejecting a parent can often lead to long-lasting severe pathological behaviours or attitudes, counsellor William Hayman says
January 2, 2024
3 ways to encourage kids to be more charitable and kind this Christmas
For children, it may not be not very clear why, when and how they should be generous. Here is a little guide to help them understand the value and importance of kindness
December 10, 2023
When should you give your child their first mobile phone?
Is a phone for Christmas a good idea? And how can you keep your kids safe? An expert share some tips
November 28, 2023
Understanding parental pressure and how it affects a child’s well-being
In the pursuit of nurturing their children’s growth and development, parents often walk a fine line between encouragement and excessive pressure, says Joselle Camilleri
November 17, 2023