Author: Chidinma Abiakalam
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6 Values to Teach Your Kids to Flourish When You Are Not There
Values to Teach Your Kids to Flourish When You Are Not There As parents, we want to equip our children with values that will guide them long after we are gone. Teaching them to navigate life with wisdom, strength, and kindness ensures they can make sound decisions and thrive independently. Here are six essential values…
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5 Parenting Red Flags to Work on This Week
Parenting is a lifelong journey filled with lessons, adjustments, and self-improvement. While no parent is perfect, some behaviors can negatively impact a child’s emotional and mental well-being. Recognizing these parenting red flags and working on them can lead to a healthier relationship with your child. Here are five key areas to improve on this week:…
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Beyond Generational Wealth: 5 Things Parents Pass On to Their Children
When we think about inheritance, financial wealth often comes to mind. However, parents pass down much more than money or assets. The way we think, react, and engage with the world is largely shaped by what we observe and experience in childhood. This week, take one of these five areas and work on it intentionally…
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Mum & Dad Rage is Real and Taking it’s Toll on Many Parents
Picture this: You’ve had a long day at work—a demanding boss, tight deadlines, and endless tasks. Finally, you get home, craving a moment of peace on the couch. But your 8-year-old is running around, laughing and playing, completely unaware of your exhaustion. You know they’re just having fun, but for some reason, you feel rage…
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5 Powerful Parenting Reminders to Start 2025
As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time for parents to reflect, reset, and refocus on what truly matters in raising their children. Parenting is one of life’s most challenging and rewarding journeys, and it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily routines, school schedules, and extracurricular activities. These five powerful…
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Practicing Authenticity in Parenting in a Social Media-Driven World
In today’s digital age, parenting often feels like living in a fishbowl. Social media presents polished snapshots of “perfect” family moments, leaving many parents feeling the pressure to keep up. However, authentic parenting—rooted in honesty, self-awareness, and genuine connections—remains essential, especially in a world that celebrates curated perfection. Be Real, Not Perfect Social media can…
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Are You Struggling to Manage Your Child’s Screentime?
Screens are part of daily life, from phones to tablets, TVs, and computers. They are unavoidable and essential, yet like food, too much screen time can be harmful for both parents and adults. Excess screen time can affect your child’s emotional, physical, and mental well-being by disrupting their sleep, affecting their attention span, or exposing…
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Building Emotional Intelligence in Children: Why It Matters and How to Start
In today’s ever-changing world, emotional intelligence (EQ) is just as important as academic and social skills. It enables children to navigate their emotions, build strong relationships, and cope with life’s challenges. At Nurtural Life, we believe in nurturing the emotional well-being of children from an early age. Here’s why emotional intelligence matters and how you…
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Balancing Work and Family Life: Practical Tips for Modern Parents
In today’s fast-paced world, balancing work and family life can feel like an impossible task. The demands of a career, coupled with the responsibilities of parenting, often leave parents feeling overwhelmed and stretched thin. At Nurtural Life, we understand these challenges and are here to offer support and practical solutions. Here are some tips to…