Parenting
Psychologist warns: A concerning effect of smartphones on children
More and more parents describe a child with “lots of friends,” but relationships that exist only online—leading to emotional disconnection and difficulty forming real-world relationships.
Two years into the war: One in every five calls to ERAN is from a child or adolescent
You took your child for an assessment — should they know the truth?
How to talk to children about the situation without passing on our anxiety to them?
A doctor warns: This cough in children must not be ignored
It sounds like barking in the middle of the night — the kind that alarms many parents — but it is most likely stridor. What does this cough indicate and how is it treated? A family physician answers.
'Oxygen': Breaking taboos on Israeli mothers who cannot send sons to war - review
“It touched something in people who saw it, even outside of Israel,” said Netalie Braun, director of the movie 'Oxygen.' “I really hope that it will spark discussion."
To say ‘my body belongs to me’ is not enough: The behaviors that weaken children’s boundaries
Protecting our children is a top priority, yet everyday actions at home can make “my body belongs to me” feel inconsistent with real life – even though that’s never our intention.
The unusual demand of Israeli women choosing a sperm donor
The long war and soldiers’ heroism have sparked patriotism, influencing intimate choices, becoming a key trend at Rambam Hospital’s sperm bank.
Getting divorced? This is probably the most important factor that will protect your children
Children don’t need perfect parents, just stability. They need two parents who can communicate and cooperate. Despite the difficulty, put the children at the center and keep talking.
65 is the new 40: It’s not about age, it’s about experience - opinion
My computer advised me that I, being a 'third ager,' am at the age to be savored and enjoyed.
Even good kids can lead a social boycott. Parents — this is on you
More stories of social boycotts are emerging, worrying many parents. When did you last ask your child if someone is left out, check the class WhatsApp group, or talk with them openly?
A pediatrician warns: Baby food squeeze pouches hide real risks
Why ready-made fruit purée pouches are not a substitute for real food. Dr. Liat Etshtein, a pediatric medicine specialist, and Yael Ioselevich, a pediatric dietitian, explain.
How did a second-grade test turn into a battle over children’s future
Hundreds of 7-year-olds will soon take the gifted test, but only a few will get in—leaving many disappointed. Why does this happen, and how can we cope?
Are you making your children afraid of the world?
In an effort to protect them from any pain and disappointment, we sometimes forget what truly makes children strong – the ability to cope.