self-esteem

Why timeout and sticker charts don’t help… (in the long run).

by Nicki Dawson | child, child development, self-esteem | 0 comments

Timeout and sticker charts, and sometimes even smacks, are some of the most highly recommended discipline strategies. The fact that they have gained such popularity is in large part due to their short-term effectiveness.

Pamper Parties – Trick or Treat?

by Jozikids | pamper parties, child/teen, parties, self-esteem, themes | 0 comments

While we are over cautious about keeping our kids away from vanity and being wasteful, a sparty provides room for us to teach our kids to love themselves, and to take the best care of themselves. It makes for a memorable day with besties – just having fun

Being a Queen Demands Self Love

by Jozikids | self-esteem, child/teen, health, health, parenting, Self-esteem | 0 comments

Let’s take some royal tips on how to be selfish, or to self-love – just like a queen

Kids don’t say, “I’m worried” but rather say, “I have a stomach ache”

by Andy Cohen | health, anxiety, self-esteem, Self-esteem | 2 comments

By Andy Cohen, a Psychoanalytic Candidate, Community Art Counsellor, artist and mother of 2. She is also the author and illustrator of Wish You Were Here, a children’s book which explores loss and parenting with a light-hearted touch. Stomach aches in children are a...Read more

Why friendship is the most important factor in your child’s life

by Mia Von Scha | self-esteem, health, Self-esteem | 4 comments

Here are 10 things that you can focus on to help your children to develop these kinds of relationships that will protect their health, brains and happiness…

Encouraging independence in children builds their self-esteem

by Carol Surya | self-esteem, Self-esteem | 2 comments

All children have a wealth of inner wisdom, creativity and problem-solving potential, if only we give them a chance to use them. Once you step back and allow more chances for independence, you’ll be amazed at just how capable they are.