Managing health anxiety
Do you regularly examine your body for physical symptoms, even though you are in good health?
Are you always consulting Dr. Google for medical advice, and then fixating on the worst possible scenario?
If you answered 'yes' to both of these questions, then you might be struggling with health anxiety.
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Managing Anger & Daily Frustrations
We all feel angry sometimes - and that’s ok. The key is learning how to manage our anger in a more effective way. Try one of these tips the next time you’re feeling frustrated.
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(Mostly) Free things to do with your family this summer in Dubai
Are you looking for creative ways to connect with your family this summer? Are you tired of spending all of your time at the mall? If so, then this blog is for you. Check out our intern, Misha Qadri’s, top tips for surviving the sizzling summer in Dubai.
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Your Ultimate (& Simple) Summer Guide to Self-Care
Holidays can be relaxing, but they can be stressful too. It's important for us to make time for ourselves, amidst all of the other plans that we have for the break. Here are some simple, inexpensive, and quick ways to integrate self-care into your daily routine.
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Why all Our Emotions Are Key to Our Wellbeing
Anger, fear of the unknown, and the general anxiety that at times accompanies us—those are necessary parts of the human experience. They come and go and, more importantly, they make us all the more appreciative of the happier times we inevitably also experience.
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Leaving Dubai
It's that time of year. Families around the UAE are packing up and getting ready to head home or ship off on a new adventure. Some people are looking forward to the next chapter of their lives, others are dreading the impending move, and a third group are caught in between. Regardless of your circumstances, sharing the news can be difficult, especially when children are involved. Here are our tips for talking to your kids about leaving the UAE.
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نصيحتنا الأهم في مجال تربية الأطفال قد تفاجئك
يسألنا الكثيرون دوماً عن أهمّ نصيحة يمكن أن نسديها لهم في مجال تربية الأطفال، وعادةً ما يتوقعون أن نذكر أموراً كتشجيع القراءة لدى الأطفال أو معانقتهم بشكل مستمر أو اللعب معهم. لا شكّ أن كلّ ذلك من أساسيات التربية ولكنها ليست الأكثر أهمية من منظورنا
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How to Get Your Teenager to Trust You and Open Up
These days, most parenting blogs are written by parents, for parents. We wanted to try something different, so we chatted with our lovely intern, Mahnoor Zulfiqar.
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Our Top Parenting Tip is NOT What You Think It Is
People often ask us for our top parenting tip. They usually expect us to say something about reading to kids, giving them loads of cuddles, or playing games with them. Sure, these things are all important, but they're not the MOST important.
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Keeping Our Kids Safe
We all want to keep our kids safe, but what are some of the best ways to do this? We share some of our top tips for child safety.
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Am I Depressed? How Do I Know? And What Should I Do About It?
Do you ever wonder if you're depressed? If so, you are not alone. There are over 300 million people right now who are struggling with depression. I speak to some of them everyday. One of the first questions they ask me is...
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Valentine's Day is about LOVE - celebrate the people that matter, including yourself!
Most people associate Valentine's Day with red roses and candlelit dinners, but that's not the only way that we can celebrate. The essence of Valentine's Day is love -whether it is for our partner, our kids, our friends, or even ourselves. How are you planning to celebrate this Wednesday? Here are some options.
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When Grandma & Grandpa Ignore the Family Rules
Visits with Grandma and Grandpa are lovely - until they break the family rules! Here are some tips for navigating this tricky situation.
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Top Tips For Surviving Visitor Season in Dubai
Having visitors for an extended period of time is lovely, but it can also be exhausting and frustrating. Here are some of my top tips for a smoother visitor season.
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How to be a Happier Parent in Dubai
Happier parents tend to have happier kids. So, put the guilt aside, and start being a little kinder to yourself. These are my tips to being a happier parent in Dubai.
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Parenting in Dubai: My Appearance on The Uma Show
I was so excited to talk parenting with the wonderful Uma Ghosh. Here are some of the highlights!
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Positive Parenting in the UAE
Positive parenting enables us to raise happy and confident kids. The idea is simple: our children will flourish when we bond with them, set a good example for them, and respond to them with respect, empathy, and love.
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Boosting Children's Happiness (with a box)
Happier people are healthier, more successful, and have better relationships.Boost your child's happiness by teaching them to be grateful, making sure they get enough rest and encouraging them to get outdoors
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The Calm Down Box for Toddlers and Kids
A great parenting strategy for helping with children’s tantrums is called the "Calm Down Box". This is a collection of items that can be used to reduce a child's anger, frustration, or boredom. I've partnered with Kidore to bring you a selection of calming products for children.
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Top Tips For A Toddler's First Day of Nursery
The first day at nursery or daycare is challenging for both parents and kids. Trust me, I know, I've just been through this myself. The good news is there are things we can do to make it a little easier for everyone.
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