Ah, the phase we all look forward to, but instantly regret… Just kidding! There is no tantrum like the tantrum of a three-year-old, but there is no better hug and kiss either. Those puppy-dog eyes that melt your anger away will be your favorite expression out of many. Do you think raising toddlers is hard, like many other first-time parents? Umm… I want to tell you what I think, but then I don’t want to ruin the suspense. You have to decide for yourself.
In a world that is still predominantly male-dominated, it is crucial to expose children to strong female cartoon characters as role models from an early age. Cartoons and animated movies have the power to shape children’s perceptions and beliefs, and by showcasing inspiring female characters, we can empower young minds and promote gender equality whether…
For generations, the phrase “boys will be boys” has been used to excuse behavior typically associated with boys and men, including aggression, roughhousing, and even harassment or assault. However, this phrase perpetuates harmful gender stereotypes and excuses unacceptable behavior. It is essential that we move beyond this mentality and instead focus on promoting healthy and…
As generations and parenting styles are evolving, the importance of love and family in raising and nurturing children is slowly getting the attention it deserves. Raising children can be a challenging and intricate task that requires a considerable amount of time, effort, and resources. However, despite the difficulties, it’s also one of life’s greatest joys….
When young children, particularly toddlers, ask about how babies are made, it can be a bit daunting to know how to respond. As a parent or caregiver, it’s important to approach this topic with sensitivity and honesty, while also keeping in mind your child’s age and level of understanding. Remember, nearly every kid has asked…
Why has this world created a control or standard for normalizing things? Anything or anyone that deviates from the control is considered abnormal, irregular, unhealthy, or whatever word fits in according to the type of thing or person we are talking about. Likewise, behavioral issues that are pronounced “misfit” for a certain person, could be…
Like all mothers, I always wanted my child to learn more. I did not just want him to know the answers but I also wanted him to know which questions to ask and how to think critically when a problem is present. For this purpose, I always wanted my son, Musa, to get a STEM…
The other day, my son and I had a very interesting conversation about the word “no.” Honestly, I don’t remember the context but I’ll tell you what I remember. I was telling him that no is a complete sentence to which he giggled. “When someone says No, they mean it Zaviar,” I told him. When…
As a parent, your concern about your child’s eating habits and patterns is inevitable and justified. From the moment you start weaning your little one, the challenge of what to feed and what not to feed begins. Most children are picky or reluctant when it comes to food items, especially if they are trying them…
I don’t know if you remember about my firstborn having a tiff with the color pink. To this day, he doesn’t like it very much because in his head he associates it with girls and he thinks it’s a girly color. This has nothing to do with what he observes at home or even at…
As a parent, dealing with your young one’s constipation issues can be one of the trickiest challenges you will have to face. Almost every child develops constipation at one point or another in their early years, and it is fairly common in babies. However, constipation can be a cause of discomfort and pain for children…