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eParenting used to mean keeping your kids safe on the Internet, however now it has a wider scope including parenting with the use of technology, and distance parenting. Curated by Peter Mellow |
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An epidemiologist joins five Atlantic parents to discuss just how long their pandemic trade-offs can hold.
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In ANU study parents report negative effect of Covid and prolonged lockdown has become ‘a lot worse’ than earlier in pandemic
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Parenting a child under 12 can be maddening and scary during normal times, but the delta variant — and an increase in pediatric covid cases — has taken things to a new level.
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With a bit of preparation, role play and modelling the type of behaviour you’d like to see in your child, the process can be plain sailing.
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Parents have been empowered to use their own observations to understand their children’s academic progress since the pandemic.
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A Melbourne social worker who specialises in school refusal says his referrals have almost tripled since school returned in 2021. He is worried about the long-term implications for kids.
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Autism spectrum disorder is often suspected when young children stand out as being different from their peers. That can be much harder in this isolated time.
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A series that examines the pandemic’s effect on working mothers in America.
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We don’t want our children spending all day on devices—but we don’t want to deprive them of social outlets in the pandemic, either.
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Set ground rules and emotional boundaries, and try changing your mind-set. Although it’s a diversion from your planned path, it could be “a steppingstone to a better future.”
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“There will be a period of epic withdrawal,” warned one addiction specialist, once schools, activities and social life return to normal.
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Small children are often in the grip of a seemingly endless string of colds and rocking a perpetually runny nose. But as the pandemic played out, it became clear that this didn't appear to be the case for COVID-19.
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How will you retain gratitude for the return to normal life? “I’ve come from 2020 to remind you not to forget,” my daughter wrote to her future self.
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Even as older adults await the coronavirus vaccine, many are skipping the standard ones. That’s not wise, health experts say.
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Several say the pandemic helped them develop closer relationships with their children and become better parents.
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Children and adolescents who want to return to sports after having the coronavirus should be cleared by a doctor for heart risks.
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While pandemic school closures have been challenging for many students, those with special needs are particularly vulnerable. "It's impossible, this whole situation is impossible,” says Christina Hartman, whose 4-year-old daughter Charlotte has autism. "And I can't speak for every child but I know for my kid, she needs to go back to school."
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We know teachers are trying to keep children safe and continue their learning in an impossible situation. But we also have to stick to reality. The average attention span for an 8-year-old is about 16 to 40 minutes.
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It’s rough for adolescents during the pandemic. Here’s what they’re going through, and how you can help.
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These tips from experts will help you discuss the coronavirus with your kids so they’re more likely to listen.
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More sleep and family time—and less social media—may have made the difference.
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When I flew the nest a decade ago, I had no intention of ever coming back.
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“It’s unprecedented that we’re inside, we’re out of normal routines. So it stands to reason that levels of inactivity are only going to worsen," said the president of the American Council on Exercise.
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Younger children are about half as likely as older teenagers and adults to become infected, new studies suggest.
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Support them but make sure to respect their autonomy; encourage them to exercise, sleep and connect with friends. These are some ways to help your Year 12 child during the pre-exam period.