ARTICLES | Q&A
10 Steps for Better Sleep For Your Family
Good sleep is essential to maintaining physical, emotional, spiritual and social health. However, many people are seriously sleep deprived. Dr. Meg Meeker discusses the benefits of getting good sleep and some of the potential problems parents and kids may experience if they don’t get enough rest at night.
20 Guilt-Free Resolutions
If you’re anything like us, you’ve finally crossed off your remaining New Year’s resolution from last year – because you admit you’ll never do it. This year, don’t reach for the impossible, try our 20 guilt-free resolutions for parents!
Back-to-School Blues
Children have many reasons to dread going back to school, and some are worth paying attention to. Find out how you can help your child develop positive habits to combat back-to-school worries.
Q&A: Constantly looking for boyfriend
Question: My teenage daughter is a “crushaholic.” She’s constantly seeking affirmation from boys, and she’s either high as a kite or sad and depressed depending on the attention she gets. Is this normal? Answer: The physical, mental, and emotional changes that happen during the teen years can be intense, especially for young girls. As with many developmental issues, this one has roots that are good. Puberty floods a teen girl’s brain with hormones that awaken her heart to relationship, love, and romance. But without proper boundaries, the longing to be desirable to members of the opposite sex can spiral to where a girl believes her worth is dependent on a guy’s validation. It can become an obsession leading young girls into relationships that they don’t have the emotional maturity to
Q&A: Unemployed adult child moving in with us
My son just lost his job. While they get back on their feet, he and his family will be moving in with us starting next month. We’re excited to have them around for a while – but also a bit apprehensive. How can we maintain good relationships during this time?
Q&A: Playing favourites with grandchildren
Question: What’s the best way to handle grandparents who play favourites? My parents are partial to our oldest child and our youngest child has noticed and is beginning to ask questions. Answer: Your first priority is to affirm and reassure your youngest child. Let him know that you’ve seen signs of favouritism as well. Avoid blaming the grandparents, but make it clear that this is an issue that needs attention. Hopefully you can address it by means of a good-natured, non-defensive discussion with your parents. Begin by telling them how much you appreciate their interest and involvement in your children’s lives, and point out some positive contributions they’ve made to your children’s upbringing. Once you’ve set the right tone, explain your concerns. Let them know that while you’re certain that
VIDEOS
Then vs Now: A Father & Daughter Relationship Journey
It takes two to build a rewarding relationship. Hear from a friend of the Family, Raymond, and his daughter Nicol, as the duo talk about how healthy communication helped them go from enduring screaming matches to engaging in daily conversations.
Building A Strong Father And Son Relationship
Being a dad goes beyond doing big, fancy things for his family. Tune in to hear from a seasoned father of three and Board Chairman Lee Wee Min, and his son Joel, as the duo share three important components in building a strong father-son relationship.
Children & Chores
Dirty dishes, messy bedrooms and toys on the floor… Is this what your home looks like? Follow three simple steps to teach your children to be responsible and motivate them to help around the house.
RECORDED PROGRAMME
Parenting @ Home
Hear from fellow parents who are also adapting to the work-from-home and navigate the challenges of the new normal.
Dr. Jean Ong’s Mum & Me Connection Sharing
Hear a practical sharing from a mum on her experience from parenting five children, each with their own unique personalities.
Intentional Fathering Virtual Book Launch
Hear from Lee Wee Min as he shares his personal journey as a father and the inspiration behind his latest book.
