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Helping Your Child Succeed in School: A Parent's Guide

In today's busy world, many parents juggle jobs and household chores, leaving little time to help with their children's education. However, parental support can greatly impact a child's success in school. This article offers simple, effective ways to help children do well in school, based on personal experiences and proven strategies. Why It's Important and How This Article Came to Be This article idea came from a chat with my friend Sandhya, a busy mom of two. She told me about her son, Rohan, who was having trouble with his schoolwork. With her full-time job and household chores, Sandhya felt stressed and guilty for not being able to help Rohan as much as she wanted. She realized that even small, consistent efforts could make a big difference. She asked for advice on how to balance her busy schedule and still support her son. Inspired by Sandhya's story, this article shares easy steps for parents like her who want to help their children succeed in school despite t...

How Parents' Anxiety and Depression Affect Kids' Mental Health and Ways to Handle It

When parents feel anxious or depressed, it can affect their children too. Kids are very sensitive to their parents' feelings and behaviors. Understanding how this happens can help us support both parents and children better. How Kids Are Affected Emotional Transfer Children often feel what their parents are feeling. If a parent is anxious or sad, the child might start feeling the same way. This can make kids feel stressed and worried. Copying Behaviors Kids learn by watching their parents. If a parent deals with stress by avoiding problems or constantly worrying, the child might do the same. This can make it hard for kids to learn healthy ways to handle their own stress. Needing Comfort Children need to feel safe and loved. When parents are dealing with their own mental health issues, they might not be able to give their kids the attention and comfort they need. This can make children feel insecure. Stressful Home Environment A home where a parent is often anxious or depressed can ...

Talking to Kids About Hard Things: A Guide for Parents

Introduction: Have you ever had to talk to your kids about tough stuff like sickness, death, or divorce? I know I have. It may be challenging, but it's an inherent aspect of parenthood. That's why I decided to write this article – to share what I've learned and help other parents facing the same challenges. I started thinking about this topic when I had to explain some difficult things to my own daughter. She knows her 'Dada' is no longer with us, as he passed away. She asked where he went and why he won't come back. Additionally, she witnessed my elder sister's passing due to cancer, and she often wonders why her 'Mausi' won't return. These experiences have highlighted to me the importance of having these conversations with my daughter in a way that she can understand. I realized that many parents struggle with these conversations too. So, I wanted to find out how we can make it easier for everyone. In this article, I'll share simple tips to...