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Managing kids’ anxiety during an overwhelming time

by Nikki Temkin | anxiety, anxiety, COVID-19, COVID-19 and kids, emotions, health | 0 comments

By Nikki Temkin, a functional health and wellness coach in Johannesburg. She helps clients recover from anxiety, stress, burnout, kids anxiety and other health conditions to achieve balance, joy, vitality and wellbeing. Follow Nikki on Instagram and Facebook. As...Read more

The art of destressing: Ways to help your child unwind

by Danielle Barfoot | COVID-19, parenting | 0 comments

Destressing: Our ‘new normal’ is a major stressor for children (and parents) of all ages. Impaq takes a look at some quick and easy activities to try when your child feels stressed or overwhelmed.

How to ditch your device and go on a digital detox

by Elmien Ackerman | technology | 0 comments

We have been spending most of our time staring at screens, but now might be a good time to take a break and consider a ‘digital detox’.

Perhaps Seeking Attention is a Good Thing?

by Mary Anne Tandy | parenting | 0 comments

Often we make the mistake of thinking attention seeking is a bad thing, when in fact, all your child is saying is I Love You. I Need You.

Positive Parenting Webinar by Crawford International

by Jozikids | communication, parenting | 0 comments

Join Crawford International for the #LiveYourBestLife series.. a wellness webinar on positive parenting

What to do when your teen wants to start dating

by Danielle Barfoot | independence, parenting, relationships, romance, romance, teens | 0 comments

The prospect of your child wanting to date is a little unnerving – what if they get hurt, are manipulated, get in over their head, or have their heart broken? Yet as uncomfortable or scary as it may feel, dating is a normal, healthy, and necessary part of any young adult’s emotional development. In fact, romantic relationships are a major developmental milestone.

The Festival of lights at Joburg Zoo promises awesome family entertainment.

by Jozikids | day outings, family time, going away | 0 comments

The Joburg Zoo is excited to bring to you the annual Festival of Lights once again

Is academic pressure the right approach?

by Nikki Temkin | being present, parenting | 1 comment

How much academic pressure are you consciously or unconsciously placing upon your children ? Are you creating anxiety and stress? If so, is it really necessary and does it work?

Reward your kid for always being a star!

by Lorian Phillips | parenting, behaviour | 0 comments

In an age of materialism and instant gratification, it can be tricky knowing how to reward your kid appropriately for a job well done. How do we reward them for tidying their rooms effectively or performing well at a particular task?

Kid friendly restaurants with playgrounds – an absolute chill out

by Jozikids | restaurants, COVID-19 and kids, day outings, going away, playgrounds | 0 comments

Family and kid friendly restaurants that can keep children happy at play while the adults chat away, make the ideal venue for playdates, catch-up, or even special occasions.

How to keep visiting safely in Lockdown Level 2

by Dr Karin Van Der Merwe | COVID-19, COVID-19 and kids, family time | 0 comments

It’s so tempting to go back to completely relaxed socialising and let down our guard. We must, however, remain cautious. A second surge of COVID is to be avoided!

Lockdown Dads

by Josias Dos Moleele | fatherhood, COVID-19 and kids, dads, family time, parenting | 0 comments

By now we are familiar with the term Lockdown. It is on everyone’s lips. If it was in the ancient days, children who are born in this period will be named after various keywords. NomaLockdown; Locki, Locko, Cororo; Virina; and more… But who is a Lockdown Dad?

Five tips on how to motivate your teen during lockdown

by Jacqui Smit | COVID-19 and kids, anxiety, boundaries, education, parenting, schooling | 0 comments

To motivate your teen to study can be a real challenge. Many teenagers are stereotyped as lazy and unmotivated children who want nothing more than to sleep in, socialise with friends and entertain themselves with their smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles. But this stereotype isn’t really fair at all. It’s understandable because this behaviour is what parents see, but it’s ultimately misguided.