Parenting

  Needing a son who can fix air conditioners.

Doctor? Lawyer? No, this Jewish father wants his child to fix air conditioners

Would it be so terrible if their souls directed them to air conditioners? Would it be a tragedy if their passion was for freon?

30/09/2024

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.

  An illustrative image of a mother goose and its children.

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

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

'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.

By AVICHAY CHAIM
26/08/2024

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.

By SHLOMI HELLER
24/08/2024

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.

By IN COLLABORATION WITH PHILIPS AVENT
09/08/2024
  Illustrative cartoon of journalist Herb Keinon going to Gaza during the Israel-Hamas War.

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

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

30/07/2024

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.

By DANIEL SARANETSKY , IN COLLABORATION WITH JAMA
18/07/2024

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

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.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
30/06/2024

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

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. 

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