relationships – Jacquline Njeri

How Children Internalize Unspoken Family Rules

Every family operates under a complex web of rules. Some are explicit: “No shoes on the carpet,” “Homework before screen time,” or “Always say please and thank you.” But alongside

When Love Feels Conditional to a Child and How It Shapes Behavior

Love is often spoken of as an unconditional force, a bedrock upon which healthy development rests. However, for some children, love feels anything but unconditional. When affection, praise, or even

Why Your Child Struggles with Boundaries (And How to Help Them)

Boundaries are the invisible fences of relationships, defining what is acceptable and what is not. For adults, they are crucial for maintaining self-respect and healthy interactions. For children, understanding and

The Unseen Pressure of High Expectations: How It Affects Your Child’s Mental Health

Every parent harbors dreams for their child’s future. We want them to be resilient, successful, and capable of navigating the complexities of the world. However, in our quest to provide

Helping Your Child Build Healthy Relationships with Peers

For children, navigating friendships is a core part of growing up, teaching them vital social and emotional skills that last a lifetime. Good peer relationships are essential because they offer

The Link Between Parenting Style and Your Child’s Emotional Health

The way a parent interacts with their child, the style they adopt, acts as the foundational blueprint for the child’s emotional life. It dictates not only how the child feels

To the Girl I Used to Be, You Deserved More

Dear Me, I think about you sometimes. The version of me who tried so hard to be enough. The girl who smiled through exhaustion, who kept saying she was fine

To the Love I Thought Would Be Forever

Dear You, There was a time I truly believed we would last. The way you looked at me, the way our hands fit together, the way we talked about the

Breaking generational patterns

Many of us approach parenthood carrying a silent weight: the fear of repeating our own upbringing’s less positive aspects. We see our parents’ struggles, their limitations, or even their mistakes,

To the Group That Never Noticed I Was Hurting

Dear Friends, I used to sit among you and laugh until my cheeks hurt. I played along, joined the conversations, and matched your energy as best as I could. You