I used to think that being strict was the only way to help my child behave. But over time, I learned that yelling or punishing did not work. My child became even more stubborn, and we both felt upset. Things…
Sometimes I sit and wonder if I’m doing enough to teach my kids the right values. I look around and see how easy it is for children to get caught up in wanting more stuff. With so many toys, games,…
I remember the first time my little one tried to swipe a picture in a book. It made me laugh, but it also made me think. Kids today grow up with phones and tablets all around them. They know how…
I have always loved being close to my family. But sometimes, life takes us to different places. Some of my relatives live in other cities, and some even live in other countries. Staying close to extended family when we are…
When I first heard the words “executive function,” I didn’t know what it meant. But as a parent, I soon learned how important it is. Executive function is how the brain helps us plan, focus, and remember things. It also…
As a parent, I always want to do the right thing. But sometimes, I make mistakes. I might say something I don’t mean. I might raise my voice. Or maybe I do something that hurts my child’s feelings. When that…
When I first heard about artificial intelligence, I didn’t really understand what it was. It sounded like something from a science fiction movie. But now, AI is all around us. It helps us find answers on the internet, tells us…
When I found out I was having another baby, I felt happy and nervous at the same time. I already had a young child at home, and I didn’t know how they would feel about having a new brother or…
I remember the first time my child had a tantrum in public. We were in the middle of a grocery store, just trying to grab some milk and eggs. Out of nowhere, my toddler threw himself on the floor, screaming…
As a parent, I used to think that I should protect my kids from the hard things in life. If something scary was happening in the world, I tried to hide it. If a loved one passed away, I said…