Caption for the landscape image: Do you compare your children? Tuesday, September 10, 2024 Scroll down to read the article Positive comparison can instill values, help children improve their weaknesses, and encourage growth. Photo credit: Shutterstock By Winnie Onyando Contributor Article Related “Why can’t you be more like your brother, sister, or your cousin…?” Sound familiar? This phrase echoes through many households and is often uttered without thinking of the impact such comparisons can have on children. PREMIUM Has there been a shift in parenting over the years? In the 1970s, parenting was deeply communal. Fast forward to the 1990s, the influence of globalisation and an emphasis on education began to change how parents interacted with their children. PREMIUM Their take on fatherhood What a better way to celebrate than with grown-up children opening their hearts to parents. Recommended for you PREMIUM The body count debate: When does a partner's past become a relationship concern? PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners PREMIUM Should I take cheaper loans abroad or invest in Kenya’s property market? PREMIUM When you seek ‘dudus’ at the Ondiri Swamp Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM Dutchman, Kenyan woman clash over Sh2.2m ‘love’ gift ends in court Woman claims the money was voluntarily given as gifts during their relationship. IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad. PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
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