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Using the TV to promote family bonding

Worried that your child is watching too much TV? Here’s how you can use it to promote learning and family bonding.

Allow kids to take control of their behaviour

Children who live with violence will learn to destroy and humiliate, while those who live with peace learn to love and tolerate others.

Getting intimate during pregnancy

Numerous concerns often lead to a downturn in sexual activity when a woman is pregnant.

How safe is your child in the car?

Accidents, crashes, injuries, death … no one wants to think of such “unlucky” things. But in almost all cases, luck has nothing to do with it. The risk of injury occurring if a suitable restraint is not used, is predictable and often preventable. Find out how to protect your child.

Teach your daughters to check their breasts

There are so many things for a mother to share with her daughter. Among the important lessons is breast care. Learning to take care of the breasts and doing the self-examination from an early age is important, says Dr Harjit Kaur, consultant breast and endocrine surgeon.

Common questions on children and breasts

Dr Harjit Kaur, consultant breast and endocrine surgeon, answers some common questions on children and breasts.

Should a child fear his parents?

A child should have a general apprehension about the consequences of defying his or her parent. But he or she should not lie awake at night worrying about parental harshness or threats of punishment.

Does your child snore?

Sleep apnea, generally considered a problem among middle-aged men, can be a problem for youngsters, too

Teaching dyslexic children the English language

Retiree Luqman Michel writes about the challenges faced when teaching English to dyslexic children.

How to go shopping with toddler in tow

You can enjoy shopping with your toddler with some proper planning.

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