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From boot camps to academic tyrant: Ten types of parents during school holidays
School holidays in Kenya are not just a break for students; they are a full-blown season of drama, survival and unexpected character development for parents
By Silas Nyamweya
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Today's children outpace their parents. They hear things not yet discussed at home, notice differences not yet named and form questions long before adults have answers
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Apr. 15, 2026
School holidays often bring an unexpected shift. Instead of relief, parents find teenagers retreating into sleep, silence and isolation behind screens
By Juliet Omelo
Apr. 10, 2026
Unlike traditional parenting, which is defined by a power imbalance between parent and child, in this one, conversation sets the stage for mutual respect and dialogue
By Anjellah Owino
Apr. 9, 2026
As more parents turn to digital "babysitters" for peace, experts warn that missed interactions in early childhood leave a lifelong mark
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Apr. 8, 2026
Parents can feel overwhelmed by the vast exposure of young teens to information. One of the challenges parents face is finding the right approach to navigate the sensitive topic of dating
By Binny Brahmbhatt – Sharma
Apr. 7, 2026
Long before many parents expect it, children begin forming ideas about identity, belonging and “otherness,” shaped not only by what they see but by what they hear, feel and experience
By Anjellah Owino
Mar. 28, 2026
No one really tells you how much life shifts after a baby arrives. The experience is not just about raising a child; it’s about navigating a completely new version of themselves
By Joan Oyiela
Mar. 28, 2026
When children experience punishment, rejection or neglect repeatedly, they adapt by silencing their emotions and needs as a coping mechanism
By Anjellah Owino
Mar. 25, 2026
Perfectionism is usually looked at in adulthood, where the pressure to perform and succeed becomes more visible. However, psychologists say it begins in childhood
By Anjellah Owino
Mar. 14, 2026
Parenting has always been about consistency and emotional availability, but today, there’s an added pressure to appear involved. The danger is when performance replaces participation
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Mar. 12, 2026
Children experience transitions physiologically, not just emotionally and moving from structured school environments to home settings can dysregulate their nervous systems
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Mar. 4, 2026
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