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[OPINION] Parenting needs more than a hit-and-miss approach
Lisa Joshua Sonn says we have to teach our children that there are consequences for bad behaviour.
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[OPINION] Being pregnant is not a choice, having a baby is
Lisa Joshua Sonn says more needs to be done in South Africa to accommodate women starting or expanding their families.
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[OPINION] Family circles are endless, not seamless
Lisa Joshua Sonn ponders the life cycle of family relationships and how parenting plays a role in that cycle.
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[LISTEN] You can't pay for your kids forever
Financial planner Sylvia Walker says that young adults should be able to stand on their own feet.
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Given a chance, even babies will overeat
According to research, having infants feed themselves does not prevent them from becoming overweight.
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Why parents' tech obsession may mean kids misbehave
Research has found mothers and fathers who were more likely to report being distracted by technology during playtime were also more likely to see behavior problems in their kids.
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Kids treated for ADHD can still struggle in school
A recent study suggests that even when children take drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, they may still have a hard time succeeding in school.
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How touch can shape a baby's brain development
Promoting gentle touch for all newborns - and especially preemies - may help develop building blocks needed for cognition, behavior and communication
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[OPINION] Ageism for Christmas
This festive period, prioritise elderly, sickly parents, says Lisa Sonn. Their needs are mostly ordinary and we can be the difference between a good or bad Christmas.
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TV ads may spur snacking in kids as young as two
In an experiment with 60 kids, researchers focused on how advertising influences what’s known as eating in the absence of hunger.
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[OPINION] Raising someone else’s children
Lisa Joshua Sonn looks at the challenges of marrying a person with children.
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[LISTEN] Things parents are doing wrong on social media
Phemelo Motene spoke to parenting expert Nikki Bush about parent’s behaviour on social media and how it affects their children.
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OPINION: The good parenting debate rages on
Lisa Joshua Sonn says it’s disturbing watching a generation who do not understand boundaries.
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OPINION: Why we must protect children if we want fewer criminals
Violent beginnings of a child’s life very often lead to violent behaviour in later life.
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[LISTEN] Things you need to know about children's toys
Educational psychologist Cara Blanckie spoke to Night Talk's Gugs Mhlungu and Sizwe Dhlomo about age appropriate toys.
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[LISTEN] Ways to help your child succeed with a smile
Therapist Lesego Mashishi-Matlala spoke to the Night Talk about how parents can help their children reach personal milestones, without adding too much pressure on them.
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How you can protect your child from swearing
Jill Berkowitz, educational psychologist, explains how parents can dissuade their children from swearing.
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How television can affect your children
Parenting expert Nikki Bush gives a guideline for parents, on the types of content viewed by their children on TV and other platforms.
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OPINION: The value of a father’s role
Lisa Joshua Sonn says times are changing and more dads are tuning in.
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OPINION: We are living in a wounded society
Lisa Joshua Sonn says it appears more parents are abdicating responsibility for their own children.
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OPINION: Parenting, why one size doesn't fit all
Parenting practices should be related to the context, culture & social values in which a child is raised.
