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Continue reading →: Navigating Languages: Guidance for Families Moving Countries
Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure, but it can also be incredibly challenging, especially for children. As a mother who moved from Spain to the UK with a young daughter, I understand the language and cultural struggles that come with relocation. However, with patience, understanding, and…
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Continue reading →: Finding the Balance: Monitoring Children’s Friends While Respecting Privacy
As a mother of a preschooler and a preteen, I often grapple with the question of how much to monitor my children’s friends. On one hand, I want to protect them from negative influences during their formative years. On the other, I don’t want to be overbearing and invade their…
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Continue reading →: Breaking the Silence: Normalizing Menstruation to help Our Girls
The onset of menstruation marks a pivotal moment in a girl’s life. As they experience their first period, girls are transitioning from childhood to womanhood. This natural biological process should be celebrated and discussed openly, yet in many cultures, menstruation remains shrouded in shame, myths, and silence. As mothers, we…
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Continue reading →: Building Healthy Self-Image in Children, by combating body shaming
As a mother of two young children, I understand the challenges of raising kids amidst unrealistic media images that can negatively impact self-image. My goal is to nurture my children’s self-confidence from within, not based on others’ opinions. Photo by Ernest Brillo on Unsplash I often think about the messages…
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Continue reading →: When Is the Right Time to Give Your Teenager a Mobile Phone?
Deciding when teenagers are ready for their first mobile phone is an important milestone for many parents. On one hand, phones can help teens stay connected with friends and family. However, parents rightly worry about potential downsides like distraction from schoolwork, inappropriate content, and overuse. Photo by Daria Nepriakhina on…
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Continue reading →: Caring for Our Shared World: Teaching Children Environmental Stewardship
As a mother of two young children, I think often about the world we are leaving behind for them and future generations. A key part of my role is helping shape my children into responsible global citizens who care about nature and understand their duty to protect our shared environment.…
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Continue reading →: Finding Joy on Rainy Days WITH the family
As a mother of two young children, I know that rainy or cold days stuck inside can be challenging. However, these days also present opportunities to bond as a family and spark creativity and imagination. Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash On a recent dark, stormy afternoon, we experienced…
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Continue reading →: GUIDING Young Minds ABOUT Artificial intelligence
As a mother of two young children navigating a technology-driven world, I often ponder how to best prepare them for an AI-powered future. My 4-year-old, Alex, already shows great fascination with our smart devices. My 12-year-old daughter Ainhoa, like many in her generation, is glued to social media and internet…
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Continue reading →: Teaching Media Literacy to Our Teens
As a mother of a teenager and a young child, I often think about how to best prepare them for the complex media landscape they are growing up in. With the rise of fake news and misinformation online, teaching our kids media literacy is more important than ever. Photo by…
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Continue reading →: Guiding and Exploring Career Options with Your Kids
Choosing the right career path is one of the most important decisions our children will make, especially as they approach young adulthood and consider attending university. As a parent, I believe it is crucial to guide them towards pursuits they feel genuinely passionate about, while also keeping in mind the…
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Continue reading →: Balancing Technology and Quality Time with Children
As a mother of a 4 year old and a 12 year old, I have seen firsthand how mobile devices and technology can negatively impact children if not managed appropriately. Photo by Onur Binay on Unsplash It’s understandable why kids are drawn to phones, tablets, and video games – they…
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Continue reading →: How to Organize a Fun Kids’ Party Without Breaking the Bank
As a mother of a preschooler and a tween, I’ve organized my fair share of birthday parties over the years. I’ve learned that the secret to a successful kids’ party is keeping it simple and focused on what the children want, not the parents. Photo by Jorge Ibanez on Unsplash…
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Continue reading →: The Importance of Good Nutrition for Young Children
As a mother of a 4 year old and a 12 year old, nutrition has always been an important consideration in our household. According to child development experts like Maria Montessori, providing children with wholesome, nutritious foods supports their growth, development, and ability to learn. Photo by Alan Hardman on…
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Continue reading →: Coping With Pet Loss as a Family
The death of a beloved family pet can be devastating, especially for young children. Our dog Xana was a member of our family for 15 years before she passed away. We adopted her as a puppy from an animal shelter, and she grew up alongside our children. Photo by Pauline…
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Continue reading →: Preparing Children for the Truth About Santa
As a mother of a 4 year old and a 12 year old, I’ve thought a lot about the Santa myth and when is the right time to tell children the full truth. I don’t see perpetuating the Santa legend as lying to children. Rather, I see it as participating…
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I’m Karla Espinosa, the mother of two: Alex, who will be 5 years old in summer 2024, and Ainhoa, who will turn 12 soon. I’m Mexican, but I live in the beautiful city of Cambridge in the UK.
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