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Small habits that quietly shape a child's character
As screens, busy schedules and modern parenting reshape family life, experts warn that kindness, patience and respect must now be taught more intentionally than ever
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
15h ago
My small children have started telling lies! Does that mean I’m a terrible mother? What am I doing wrong? What can I do to encourage them to be honest?
By Chris Hart
May. 5, 2026
When chores are used after misbehaviour, children associate responsibility with shame. Instead, chores should communicate belonging and a child should understand
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Apr. 29, 2026
To some, it is a revolutionary shift towards emotional intelligence, while to others it is a permissive “scam” that leaves parents exhausted and children without boundaries
By Agnes Mwandawiro
Apr. 25, 2026
The earliest weeks of pregnancy often pass quietly, yet they carry some of the most important moments for both mother and baby
By Joan Oyiela
Apr. 25, 2026
More than 70 per cent of adolescents intentionally seek solitude during school breaks, describing it as a chance to breathe, think and unwind from pressure
By Juliet Omelo
Apr. 23, 2026
While occasional meltdowns are normal, intense reactions are a sign of emotional dysregulation
By Anjellah Owino
Apr. 22, 2026
Boys are always watching and what they carry from these years does not end with childhood; it becomes the blueprint for the men they become
By Jayne Rose Gacheri
Apr. 22, 2026
Teenage behaviour is often misunderstood, as it calls for more informed, nurturing and modern parenting approaches that address unmet emotional and developmental needs
By Binny Brahmbhatt – Sharma
Apr. 19, 2026
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
Apr. 17, 2026
Setting boundaries is not an act of selfishness; it is about safeguarding your energy, mental health and a unique parenting style that feels right for both you and your children
By Jael Wakesho
Apr. 16, 2026
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
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