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People fear AI because it represents the unknown and raises concerns about job loss and losing control, especially in parenting. However, history shows humans adapt to new technologies and use them as tools—not replacements. In parenting, AI can offer information, but it cannot provide love, empathy, intuition, or pass down values and morals. Parenting is a human relationship defined by emotional connection that AI cannot replicate. The key point is control: humans always dec

Extracurriculars are crucial for autistic children to prevent isolation and mental health issues. Strategic selection is vital; activities must align with special interests in an autism-friendly environment with low social demands and predictable routines. Prioritize consistency and sensory considerations over forcing an unsuitable fit to build confidence, not distress.

Many parents often wonder: Is there really such a thing as the “right” or “ wrong” extracurricular activity for children? As a mother,...

Navigating the journey of raising young adults can feel like walking a tightrope. You want to support their independence while still...

Teen behaviour can be frustrating, confusing, even scary at times. But when we understand the why behind it, something shifts. We stop taking their mood swings personally. We start seeing patterns instead of chaos. And we realise this isn’t about disobedience or disrespect, it’s about a brain doing its best to grow up.

Generic AI parenting advice can overlook a child’s unique personality, history, and environment, leading to frustration and ineffective trial-and-error. To make it more useful, provide detailed context when asking questions, and choose specialised parenting platforms that adapt to your child over time, offering personalised, evidence-based guidance instead of one-size-fits-all answers.

Despite excelling academically and in extra‑curriculars, some highly capable students lack basic life skills, like proper food storage, laundry habits, and making their beds, highlighting a common real‑world gap. The author argues that while nurturing talents is important, teaching everyday skills fosters independence, confidence, and real-life resilience in children.

In a culture of constant structure, unplanned moments aren’t failures but vital opportunities. Letting children explore without a script—like building forts, cloud‑watching, or simply being bored—fosters creativity, resilience, self-awareness, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and independent thinking. These moments, when offered with presence and safety, are powerful chances for growth rather than idle time.

1.  Build a “Calm & Creative” Corner Ages:  3–10 |  Budget:  Low to Medium |  Time:  15–45 mins |  Siblings:  Solo or shared After a busy...

Modern parenting feels relentless. Busier lives, fewer supports, endless choices, pressure to overachieve, and isolation aren’t just trends—they’re burnout. Enter smart tech: apps like Orange Fennec act like a quiet co‑pilot—offering personalized guidance, community reconnection, and logistical relief—restoring the bandwidth for presence, not perfection.

Parents often grapple with the challenging question: how much screen time is too much? With kids using devices at increasingly younger...