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Can parents give their children too much attention?
While a supportive parenting approach is important, Amy Brown says that being overly-focused on your children will not necessarily help them feel more confident in themselves and the world
‘To teach our children self-confidence, we must first believe in ourselves’
Jessica Azzopardi discusses the importance of nurturing and sustaining self-confidence. She is adamant that despite the difficulties one may encounter along the way, it is a journey that is worth the effort.
How to foster a closer sibling relationship
A sibling can be a best friend for life with some little help from parents, Charlene Aquilina says
5 free apps to help with anxiety & stress
Twenty-first century living can make it difficult to get off the fast lane. These five apps can help you manage your day-to-day stressors and be kinder to yourself.
Nurturing dads raise emotionally intelligent kids
On Father’s Day, Kevin Shafer explains how fathers can help make society more respectful and equitable
Flying for the first time with your toddler? Here’s what to do
A guide to making your family's flight a smooth ride
Explaining tragic events to children
Parents might want to protect their children from distressing news stories, however, ignoring such topics might leave children feeling frightened and lost, counsellor Karen Decelis says
New home for children and adolescents with disabilities inaugurated
A new home offering residential and respite services for children and adolescents with disabilities has opened in Mosta.…
Safe ride: choosing the right car seat for your child
Parents need to ensure their children are as safe as possible while travelling by car as Malta’s roads are more dangerous than ever. Data released in parliament showed there were over 800 traffic accidents that resulted in fatalities or injuries over the past three years. Mechanical engineer Rebecca Buttigieg, who is an accredited car seat adviser, shares her views on the subject.
A guide to surviving modern motherhood
Many new mothers feel burnt out before they've hardly begun. On Mother's Day, here are a few tips to help you navigate daily challenges