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[OPINION] The gender challenge: Equal but different
Lisa Joshua Sonn looks at the value of single-sex schools for girls.
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Rude parents have adverse effect on neonatal care - study
But a new study suggests infants may receive better care if their parents take a deep breath and try harder to be nice.
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[LISTEN] Co-parenting after divorce can be painful, but it's possible
Mediator at Co-parenting SA Christof Sharp shares tips on planning co-parenting with a former partner.
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[LISTEN] Parenting from prison
Former inmate Carol White opens up about parenting behind bars.
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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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Most parents who use time-outs do it wrong - study
About 85% of the parents using the technique made common mistakes that can render time-outs ineffective.
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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] What shall we tell our children?
Lisa Joshua Sonn says we need to have difficult, uneasy conversations and know that we also all have a lot to learn.
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[LISTEN] Your guide to finding baby-friendly restaurants in SA
Zomato SA and BabyYumYum have partnered up to give users a guide on baby-friendly restaurants in SA.
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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.
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At what age can your kids stay home alone?
Creative parenting expert Nicky Bush spoke to CapeTalk’s John Maytham about leaving kids home alone.
