As parents, we naturally want the best for our children, including positive and healthy friendships. However, there is a fine line between supporting our children’s social interactions and overstepping boundaries. In this article, I will explore the potential negative consequences of parents getting overly involved in their children’s friendships. By understanding the pitfalls of excessive interference, we can empower our children to navigate the complexities of friendships independently and foster their social growth.
New study reveals the viral TikTok parenting hacks you shouldn’t be living without
A new social media study from gifts and gadgets retailer Menkind reveals TikTok’s top parenting hacks. Ahead of celebrating dads on Father’s Day, the analysis delved into thousands of videos with parenting related hashtags from the last 12 months to uncover the most popular parenting hacks according to the number of times they’ve been played.
The Practice of Positive Relationships in the EYFS
What are some of the reasons why positivity is so important? What steps can parents and teachers take in order to ensure that this type of relationship naturally develops? Are there any potential barriers that may need to over overcome along the way? Whether you are a primary caregiver or you are involved within educational settings, all of these questions are relevant.
20 Superpowers parents wish they had – how about you?
Parenting most certainly makes me wish I had superpowers. I mean multiple arms and the ability to never require sleep would be a start right?
2020 – Parenting through a pandemic: A letter to my children
Life with the four of you Pre-Covid was hectic. Non-stop and hectic. I mean four children was always going to be hectic. We were always in a rush. Rushing to school, to swimming, to guitar lessons, to netball, to basketball, to theatre classes, to gymnastics, to galas and to shows and performances. Then it all stopped!
How long do you spend each day negotiating with your children?
Research carried out among 2,000 mums and dads found almost two thirds believe parenting is just ‘a constant round’ of mediation. Would you agree?
Your children, your responsibility
A hot topic One of the common discussion topics between parents is about the time they have planned away from their children. You hear it all the time, normally when parents are talking together. Lots of parents discuss the rough weeks they’ve had and how much they are looking forward to a night off from […]
How do you fill your time when your children are grown up?
I’ve got a long time to go before I find this out, thank goodness – but I do joke sometimes that when they’ve all left home I will have lots of baths, go to the gym a lot, go and help build a school in Africa and volunteer at a care home.