Parenting

Research: The short activity that helps children with attention disorders focus

A new study found that 20 minutes a day of physical activity helped children with attention disorders concentrate on school tasks. And the best part – the effect lasted even into the next day.

A child who has difficulty concentrating in class
An illustrative image of a supportive mother talking to her child.

In an age of uncertainty, parents matter more than ever - opinion

The social pressure surrounding it is not imaginary

The girl asked to remove hair? An expert explains when it’s allowed to start

In such children, even an open question, even a choice, and even a gentle request — can feel like an unbearably heavy demand

Does your child resist everything? Here’s how to get them to cooperate


Hebrew U study reveals how 'mentalization' can improve kids' education

Hebrew University research reveals that parents with strong mentalization skills create better learning environments, enhancing children's motivation and academic outcomes.

 Parents with three children

Our Mother who art in Heaven? Is God our mother or our father? - opinion

The Bible depicts God as both father and mother. Here's a look at both.

 An illustrative image of a mother goose and its children.

'Without security, children stay home': Nahariya mother discusses starting school year during war

Nahariya mother, Kathy Boomer, discusses the distress and anxiety of starting the school year in the north when children are still without proper protection.

 Students return to school

Police arrest mother on suspicion of neglect for her three children

The three children were taken for medical examination, after which they will be handed over to welfare authorities for further care.

 Israel Police officer in a police car

Myths and facts: Answers to the toughest breastfeeding questions

In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, we've compiled the most common breastfeeding questions. Experts provide crucial information and tips for both new and experienced mothers.

Philips Avent's electric breast pump

Visiting Gaza: A parent's respect for his son's hard work in the IDF - comment

What my sons were doing in Gaza more than made up for dishes left unwashed, rooms left untidied, and floors left unmopped. 

 Illustrative cartoon of journalist Herb Keinon going to Gaza during the Israel-Hamas War.

Baby starts reaching out - how to respond?

When a baby begins to reach out, it's a key way for them to explore the world. Here are tips to encourage this exploration through their hands.

 Baby chews on a plastic toy

Before it's too late: We must honour and thank our parents - opinion

To those of you who are lucky enough to still have your parents, don’t close your eyes – open them wide and look deep into your parents’ eyes, hug them, and thank them.


'Hila': A spectacular movie about a single mother's obsession - review

Hila, which is very watchable in spite of its occasional and distracting descents into pretension, is certainly one of Michal Bat-Adam’s best movies. 

 A scene from Michal Bat-Adam's film 'Hila.'

Tel Aviv parents protest against decrease in religious study curriculum for kids

"We were very surprised to see dozens of hours of Tanakh lessons removed from the curriculum," said Dorit Yitzhak, CEO of the Meirim organization.

 Protesters in Hod Hasharon near the home of Education Minister Yoav Kisch calling for equal military service