Back-to-school blues. How to ACTUALLY enjoy the start of the year!

by Adrian Marnewick | Jan 10, 2023 | Good Parenting, Learning & Study

As the December school holidays come to an end and the start of the school year approaches, many parents and children experience feelings of dread and sadness. This phenomenon, known as “back to school blues,” can manifest in various ways, such as feelings...

My child struggles to make friends – what can I do to help?

by Megan van Wyk | May 18, 2022 | Good Parenting

Cast your mind back to your childhood years: what made you happiest? When I sift through my childhood and teenage memories, my friends are what stand out. They brought laughter and silliness to my life, and provided a much needed support system. Friendships help you...

What if my child fails their exams?

by Samantha Griebenow | May 18, 2022 | Good Parenting

Society has conditioned us to believe that the WORST POSSIBLE experience in life is failure. This notion of success being a perfect one-size-fits all goal is unrealistic, unfair and actually just detrimental. So, if your child comes home with a report that states the...

Parental burnout – I’m just too tired to adult

by Samantha Griebenow | May 18, 2022 | Good Parenting

Parenting is not for the faint-hearted. In fact, even the strongest barely make it out alive. And, finally, even medical journals have recognised that. Parental burnout is characterised by a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. It leaves parents...

My child is addicted to technology. What can I do?

by Samantha Griebenow | May 17, 2022 | Good Parenting

South African children are rated the world’s second largest technology addicts – higher than the global average. Now, it is not often that South Africa can compete on a global scale when it comes to international standards, but this particular statistic is one...