Parenting Skills

Plotting your path to success in Psychology

A psychologist is someone who studies the social, emotional, and cognitive processes and behaviour of a person. This is by observing, recording, and interpreting how an individual relates to another person and the environment they are in. They then use this information to help the person improve their behaviours and processes. In terms of the duties that a psychologist has, there are a number of…
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7 Expectations every parent should have for a nursery school

Nursery schools represent the “bedrock” from which children are provided with a strong foundation to grow, mature and enjoy future success. This is why parents should leave nothing to chance when it comes to choose the most appropriate institution for their child. Let us examine seven realistic expectations so that you can make an informed decision. Photo byMonica…
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6 Things that will change when you have kids

Having kids changes everything. It’s a life-altering event that impacts every area of your life, from the way you sleep to the way you spend your money. While some things remain the same, others are drastically different once you become a parent. Image Credit Here are six things that will change when you have kids: 1) Mind When you have kids, your mind is constantly occupied with thoughts…
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How to cope with the loss of a loved one

Nobody more than me knows what it means loosing a loved one. Losing someone you love is one of life’s greatest challenges. I have lost most of my closest family members. Whether you’ve lost a parent, a spouse, a child, or a close friend, these types of experiences change your life forever. The shock of having someone taken away from you can give way to all sorts of emotions, from anger and…
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Top tips to clean out your home during half term

With spring around the corner, now’s the time to start decluttering, and as it’s half term it’s a good idea to enlist the kids to help get your home spick and span once again. Here, Attic Self Storage share the top five tips to help ease your clear-outs. Store items you don’t use It’s not always easy to declutter because we have so many sentimental items which get in our way, but…
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How to build healthy screen habits with kids

In the digital age, screens are now an everyday part of life and are integral to a child’s development from a very young age. The challenge comes in how to manage screen usage and build healthy screen habits in your kids whilst also accepting the role they play in modern society. Don’t be a Hypocrite First and foremost, you should check your own habits before you even try and manage…
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Blue Monday: Tips on beating January blues for new parents  

With ‘Blue Monday’ approaching (17th January), many people are looking for a little mood pick me up. Celebrated authorDr. Harvey Karp (Happiest Baby on the Block) has created special tips for new parents to beat the January blues. “Raising tiny humans is one of the most joyful jobs in the world, but it’s also very hard work! Between all the responsibilities, lack of sleep…
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Educating teenagers to develop emotional intelligence

Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognise and respond effectively to emotions. When your teenager is able to practice and develop these skills it allows him or her to build strong relationships, make good decisions and deal with difficult situations. But connecting emotionally to your teenager can be hard. Teenagers can be defensive and brittle, they strive for independence and are…
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How to make it through the holiday season with a newborn baby

With Christmas rapidly approaching, it’s possible that you’re now making plans, purchasing gifts, and arranging your Christmas lunch. However, if you have a newborn to care for, Christmas will be a lot more difficult to manage. When you’re a new parent, you’re already strapped for time and energy, so how are you going to make it through the holiday season with a newborn…
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