The term ‘helicopter parent’ was first used by teens who said their parents would hover over them like a helicopter. The term started being widely used and became popular enough to make it to the dictionary in 2011. Helicopter parenting is also referred to by other terms like ‘lawnmower parenting’, ‘cosseting parent’, and ‘bulldoze parenting’.  Helicopter […]

Many doctors believe children who feel left out or are used to being ostracized by friends are less active than the ones who are not. These children usually choose non-active pastimes rather than physical activities. Also, it says that the lack of physical activities and more engagement in sedentary behavior are prospectively related to obesity […]

There is no doubt that television viewing is a huge part of Filipino students’ lives; however, the American Association of Pediatrics only recommends 2 hours of screen time per day for children older than 2 years old.  Please note that this article is only intended for parents whose children are already studying, particularly those who are […]

Entering school means venturing into a new world where children can test their autonomy and control their emotions. This can be challenging at times. Here’s what you parents need to know about raising a child with emotional intelligence. Learning Disability vs Intellectual Disability – How Are They Different? First, why is emotional intelligence important? Emotional intelligence, which many […]

Life goes by faster than you think. Before you know it, your precious baby is already prepared to go to first grade! To help you learn more about child and adolescent development and how to better take care of your child(ren), here are some quick facts on what you ought to know. Child and adolescent development 6 […]