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Why exhaustion is not a badge of honour
Changing family structures have reshaped how families live. Many young parents are raising children far from their support systems, while juggling work demands that leave little room for rest
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Feb. 3, 2026
Structure is one of the clearest ways children experience love, and it tells them the world is predictable and that someone is paying attention
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Jan. 28, 2026
"Every year, I tell myself I will be calmer, less reactive. But by the second week, reality catches up. Work pressure, school demands, exhaustion. The children are the same. I am the same"
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Jan. 22, 2026
When children see parents setting and working toward their own goals, they learn by example. Younger children may not understand the concept of a full year, so weekly or monthly check-ins work better
By Anjellah Owino
Jan. 7, 2026
Many modern parents are choosing gentler, conversation-based approaches to raise their children, breaking the cycle of fear and strict discipline they experienced in their own childhoods.
By Brendah Makena
Dec. 31, 2025
Statements like ‘you should be grateful, others have nothing’ can confuse or burden a child. Gratitude should be taught through experience, not comparison.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Dec. 26, 2025
I have teenagers, and we row! They roll their eyes, storm off, slam doors, they’re prickly, rebellious and secretive. What am I doing wrong?
By Chris Hart
Dec. 23, 2025
My parents never even mentioned sex when I was a child, so now I find talking about intimacy really difficult. How can I do better with my own children?
By Chris Hart
Dec. 19, 2025
Children are rarely alone; every gap is filled with screens, tutors, activities, background television, music streaming, constant supervision and constant stimulation
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Dec. 17, 2025
My parents never even mentioned sex when I was a child, so now I find talking about intimacy really difficult. So how can I do better with my own children?
By Chris Hart
Dec. 11, 2025
Healing starts with recognising the trauma, learning to set healthy boundaries and choosing forgiveness, not to excuse past harm, but to free oneself from it
By Eve Waruingi
Dec. 9, 2025
From the effects of inherited trauma to the way they parent, Kenyan mothers are redefining the rules of love, discipline and emotional well-being
By Lolita Bunde
Dec. 6, 2025
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