Kai Chai

 

It Takes a Village: Why Parents Need Support Systems Too
It Takes a Village: Why Parents Need Support Systems Too

Parenting may feel like a solo journey, but no one is meant to do it alone. From parent–toddler programs to informal WhatsApp groups, building a support system isn’t a luxury; it’s a lifeline. The well-known African phrase “It takes a village to raise a child” continues to hold true eve..Read more

Parenting Without Guilt: How to Do What’s Right for Your Child and Yourself
Parenting Without Guilt: How to Do What’s Right for Your Child and Yourself

Parenting is often described as the most rewarding yet demanding role a person can have. Alongside work, relationships, personal passions, and family expectations, parents today face enormous pressure to do everything perfectly. As a result, feelings of guilt can easily take over leaving parents dra..Read more

Pre-School or Playschool? What’s Best for Your 2-Year-Old
Pre-School or Playschool? What’s Best for Your 2-Year-Old

Your child is turning two. You’ve noticed they’re curious, chatty, eager to explore, and possibly climbing everything in sight. You know it’s time to introduce more structure and social exposure but where do you begin? Many parents find themselves caught in the “playschool vs preschool”..Read more

Shared Parenting in the Early Years: It’s Not Just a Mom’s Job
Shared Parenting in the Early Years: It’s Not Just a Mom’s Job

"Did you pack the school bag?" "Whose turn is it to do bedtime?" "Why does everyone at school call only me for everything?" If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. In many households, especially during the early years, parenting responsibilities tend to fall more heavily on mo..Read more

The First 1000 Days: Building Your Baby’s Brain, One Moment at a Time
The First 1000 Days: Building Your Baby’s Brain, One Moment at a Time

What if the way you hold, talk to, and feed your baby today could shape their entire future? Science says it does. The first 1000 days of a child’s life from pregnancy to their second birthday are the most important for brain development, emotional strength, and long-term well-being. Durin..Read more