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Parenting tips: Understanding why kids don’t listen to us; psychologist explains

They do not feel connected to us: When a child feels dissociated from the parent, they start acting up and not listening to the parent, in order to gain their attention. 
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Published on Jul 03, 2024 06:11 pm IST

Parental burnout: What is it? Signs to be aware of

One of the primary signs of parental burnout is noticing that we get frequently frustrated with our children over the smallest of issues. 
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Published on Jun 13, 2024 05:15 pm IST

Parenting tips: 5 things to teach your children by the age of 5

In parenting, it is important to remember to break patterns of generational dysfunction by making secure connections emotionally and mentally with the child. "Breaking generational cycles of insecure connection is about more than simply doing things differently than the previous generation. It's about being different in our sense of selves, stories, and emotional regulation," wrote Therapist Eli Harwood.
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Published on Jun 07, 2024 11:52 am IST

Parenting hacks: 5 ways to have a calming morning routine with your child

Parenting is tricky. While we ensure to provide the best of everything for our children, we also need to ensure that we teach them the values and skills required to navigate through life. A calming morning routine should be set with the child so that we can feel safe and relaxed throughout the day. "Routines in general can be tricky but morning routines especially because there tends to be a time crunch. So much to do in so little time. This is your gentle reminder to make sure to infuse short bursts of connection to help reduce stress and cut back on power struggles," wrote Psychologist Jazmine McCoy.
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Published on Jun 05, 2024 07:10 pm IST

Parenting tips: 5 facts about toddlerhood that every parent should be aware of

A toddler is very emotionally dependent on us, and their biggest fear is losing our love. Hence, we should refrain from using harsh behaviour towards them. 
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Published on Apr 24, 2024 06:00 am IST

Parenting hacks: Here's how you can help you child deal with big emotions

The first step is to teach them how to be more emotionally aware. Learning to identify emotions and labelling them can help them to address. 
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Published on Apr 19, 2024 04:26 pm IST

5 skills children need to learn to manage anger effectively: Coach explains

Identifying the things and situations that act as trigger for their anger and finding coping skills to deal with it can help them. 
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Published on Apr 12, 2024 06:00 am IST

What to do when you lose your cool with your child? Psychologist shares tips

We should be mindful of our actions and reactions and should take accountability. We should not hesitate to apologise. 
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Published on Apr 02, 2024 03:00 pm IST

Is your child resisting your calm down strategies? Here's why

Often kids need space to process their emotions and know what they are feeling. Instead of asking them to calm down, it is important to give them that space. 
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Published on Mar 29, 2024 03:00 pm IST

Parenting 101: Tips to make transitions easier for children

Transitions are changes in routine or the time required to move from one activity to another. For children, it can be a difficult thing to do. "Give your child two choices to help them feel more in control & independent such as deciding what order to do things, what song to play in the car, whether to run or skip to school, etc," wrote Psychologist Jazmine McCoy as she explained transition and the difficulties associated with it. She also shared a few tips for parents to make transitions easier for their children.
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Published on Mar 03, 2024 03:09 pm IST

3 habits of present parents to foster healthy parenting

In parenting, it is important to stay present for the child and address their emotions in a healthy way. Communicating with them and delving deep into understanding why they are behaving in a certain way is important to foster healthy parenting. Psychologist Jazmine McCoy shared a few habits that can help us to be more present for our children.
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Published on Mar 01, 2024 06:00 am IST

Want to teach kids about self-love? Here are 5 things to do

The relationship we have with ourselves is one of the most important ones. Teaching kids about the importance of self-love and finding joy in being ourselves is an important parenting activity. Psychologist Jazmine McCoy shared five things that we must do as parents to imbibe the sense of self-confidence, self-importance and self-love in children at an early age.
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Published on Feb 17, 2024 05:55 pm IST

How to explain death to toddlers and preschoolers? Therapist shares tips

Death is inevitable; however, it is also one of the most painful things to deal with. Especially when it comes to the death of loved ones, we fall short of expressions to deal with it. Breaking the news to toddlers and preschoolers and making them understand can be difficult. "As awkward and painful as these conversations are, have them early. Children will naturally grow curious so answer their questions as best as you can. Be honest. Be matter of fact. Hold the space," suggested Psychologist Jazmine McCoy.
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Published on Feb 16, 2024 03:58 pm IST

Parenting tips: 5 steps to build a secure relationship with the child

In parenting, it is important to remember to break patterns of generational dysfunction by making secure connections emotionally and mentally with the child. "Breaking generational cycles of insecure connection is about more than simply doing things differently than the previous generation. It's about being different in our sense of selves, stories, and emotional regulation," wrote Therapist Eli Harwood.
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Updated on Jan 29, 2024 05:21 pm IST

Tips to parent young adults to end generational codependency

Healthy parenting involves teaching the child to become empowered and independent and have faith in their own capabilities. Generational codependency can harm the child, and it is important to end it through effective parenting skills. "Parenting young adults offers a unique opportunity to break the cycle of intergenerational codependency. It's about empowering them to be independent, confident, and emotionally resilient," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith.
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Published on Jan 27, 2024 01:02 pm IST

Is your kid refusing to cooperate? Here's why

Parenting can be tricky. Sometimes the children may refuse to cooperate and listen to us. While these are common parts of parenting, it can also trigger a parent. Instead of taking actions against the kids right away, we need to delve deeper and know why they are refusing to listen to us. Psychologist Jazmine McCoy shared the common reasons.
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Published on Dec 03, 2023 06:00 am IST

5 ways your emotionally immature parent triggers your fight or flight system

The festival time may not be a happy one for everyone. Especially when we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we run the fear of being traumatised by our parents in front of our relatives and loved ones. "Your nervous system is literally gearing you up for battle... This is not about needing to be stronger, Beloved! This is about finding an internal calm within, even when the storm is raging around you," wrote Therapist Morgan Pommells. Here are a few ways by which our emotionally immature parents may trigger our fight or flight system.
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Published on Nov 22, 2023 03:39 pm IST

Common types of mother wounds: Therapist explains

The mother wound is passed on from the mother to the children. It usually consists of cultural trauma and the dysfunctional coping mechanisms that the mothers used to deal with the trauma. There are three common types of mother wounds. Psychotherapist Terri Cole explained the types and wrote, "Do you ever wish you had a different relationship with your maternal impactor?"
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Published on Aug 20, 2023 02:30 pm IST

Ways to respond to a toddler with tantrums

Parenting can be tricky, especially when the kid starts to throw tantrums. Understanding the problems that the toddler is facing and reciprocating them to make him/her feel better is the key. "Here’s 6 easy things to try in the moment that help a child feel safe, seen, and nurtured during their tantrums," wrote Child Therapist Jess as she shared a few tips.
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Published on Aug 19, 2023 02:59 pm IST

Signs of being an emotionally safe parent

Parenting can be tricky – while we ensure to provide the children with the best of everything, we should also keep in mind to instill values, ethics and skills required to navigate through life. In the process, often we end up becoming strict and chaotic for the children. "Your child doesn't need perfection; they simply need a parent who keeps showing up, imperfectly and often," wrote Child Therapist Jess as she explained the signs of being an emotionally safe parent.
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Published on Aug 11, 2023 04:54 pm IST

Parenting tips: Things to do when your kid refuses to listen

While parenting, we often come across situations when our child refuses to listen to us. They may be throwing tantrums or trying to get it their way. However, there are situations where we as parents may lose our temper. However, as Psychologist Jazmine McCoy pointed out, we should try to understand them and try to set healthy boundaries so that they understand and not repeat the same behavior. Here are a few things that we can do.
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Published on Jul 05, 2023 03:11 pm IST

Ways to reparent yourself

Many of us did not receive the love and attention that we deserved in our childhood. This caused our emotional needs to stay unmet by our parents and caregivers. Many of us had to reparent ourselves as we grew up to meet our emotional needs. "Reparenting can help you process and sort through your emotions, set boundaries with yourself and others, create healthier relationships, strengthen your communication skills with others, and begin healing your own inner child," wrote Therapist Mary Beth Somich as she explained ways by which we can reparent ourselves.
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Published on Jul 02, 2023 01:59 pm IST

How angry parenting impacts a child

Behavioural problems: Children may exhibit behavioural problems as a result of angry parenting. They may become aggressive, defiant, or develop other conduct disorders. They may also imitate the angry behaviour they witness, leading to a cycle of aggression and anger in their own interactions with others. 
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Updated on Jun 16, 2023 07:47 pm IST

Global Day of Parents: Meaningful ways to celebrate this day with your parents

The Global Day of Parents is a special occasion dedicated to acknowledging and appreciating the role of parents in our lives. It's an opportunity to express gratitude and celebrate the unconditional love and support they provide. On this day, why not go the extra mile to make your parents feel cherished and valued? Check out some thoughtful and meaningful ways to celebrate and honour your parents on this special day. 
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Published on Jun 01, 2023 12:12 pm IST

8 ways to get your kids to listen without yelling

It's natural for parents to want their children to listen and cooperate without resorting to yelling. Here are some effective strategies to encourage your child to listen and communicate better: 
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Published on May 27, 2023 07:59 pm IST

Signs of an emotionally mature parent

Parents shape our childhood and our later years as well. When the care and the parenting we receive is healthy and emotionally mature, we grow up to be individuals who have more clarity on their emotions. Emotionally mature parents give us a healthy childhood which in turn makes our adult relationships easier and better. Here are a few signs of an emotionally mature parent, as shared by Therapist Allyson Kellum-Aguirre.
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Updated on May 25, 2023 05:05 pm IST

Subtle ways having a toxic parent affects you

Having a toxic parent can have profound and long-lasting effects on an individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Here are some ways in which having a toxic parent can impact a person: 
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Updated on May 16, 2023 12:35 pm IST

Tips to address tantrums in kids

Stay calm: It's important to remain calm and composed during a tantrum. Getting angry or frustrated can escalate the situation further. Take deep breaths and try to maintain a calm demeanor.
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Updated on May 16, 2023 12:25 pm IST

5 best parenting styles from around the world

The Dutch: Encouraging Independence from early age
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Updated on May 03, 2023 01:00 pm IST

Ways to calm an aggressive child

Aggression in children can be complex and have various underlying reasons, so the approach to calming an aggressive child may vary depending on the specific situation.
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Published on Mar 30, 2023 02:40 pm IST
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