Parenting
the Alpha cohort
… a parenting journey inside the 21st century …
About us
Parenting is a lifelong journey and a collection of experiences we learn as we nurture children. Good parenting will surely facilitate their growth, health, and general well-being. It will also empower them with self-esteem and the confidence to hustle with 21st century challenges. The opposite is true when children are poorly parented.
At Parenting Alpha, we describe our own journey, one dotted with technology, globalization, diversity, competitiveness & emerging social-economic challenges! Hopefully, ours is not ‘very’ different from yours, and even better, we can learn a thing or two from each other. Our collective input should simplify our individual journeys.
Food for thought
‘Kids will follow your example. Not your advice. Don’t just tell them to: do more physical activity, eat healthier food, get outside more, do the right thing, be kind to others, read books. Make sure you are doing these things so your kids will follow. Lead by example.’
Jack Coulson
‘When parents are too hands-on, kids fail to learn self-reliance. Instead of hovering like a helicopter parent, try submarine parenting: give kids the freedom to explore and surface if there’s a distress signal.’
Adam Grant
Recent articles
Get to Know How Explicit Music Lyrics Shape the Views and Actions of Children
Explicit music often contains explicit language, graphic descriptions, and themes that may not be suitable for children. Still, some argue that this kind of music provides an outlet for positive emotions.
What Constitute Parental Insecurities in the 21st Century?
Explore what parental insecurities mean, and the steps to combat them, through self-compassion, and creating meaningful connections for fulfilling parenting.
Should Parents Consent to Cosmetic Surgery for Their Underage Children?
This article discusses the ethical puzzles of cosmetic surgery for children. From psychological maturity to informed consent, we learn about the moral aspects that shape this controversial topic.
Featured articles
Generation Alpha kids
Generation Alpha is the name given to the latest demographic cohort, a generation born entirely in the 21st century. Alpha children and soon-to-be teenagers are wired to co-exist with the digital ecosystem in its entirety.
What grown up Alphas will become
Generation Alpha predictions highlight what demographic experts think will become of the current generation cohort when it reaches maturity. Of the many predictions, Alpha will probably become most tech savvy generation yet.
Why you should Teach your Child to Read Wide!
When children read wide, they deliberately explore fiction, non-fiction, and other content, on top of academic reading material. This empowers them with knowledge, empathy, and tolerance of other people and cultures.
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Discover How Fermented Foods Can Provide Children With Key Nutritional Values
Fermented foods can deliver a nutritional punch by supplying children with essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids. They also offer healthy fats for strong bones, and a robust immune system.
Discover How Unstructured Play Shapes Child Development
Unstructured play fuels creativity, cognitive growth, and emotional resilience in children. Learn why it is a vital aspect of nurturing holistic development.
Discover the 6 Qualities of the 21st Century Teacher
The teacher of the 21st century must read wide, keep up with advances in technology, and marry classroom content to life realities.
Discover the Health Benefits of Earthing When You Walk Barefooted!
The benefits derived from earthing include faster healing, reduced inflammation, balanced cortisol levels, and a good sleep at night.
Discover the Nutritional Benefits of Eating Fruit Seeds at Home
Eating fruit seeds in oranges, melons, passion fruit, kiwis, papayas, pomegranates, pears, and apples can boost your family health in so many ways!
Everything You Wanted to Know About Vitamin D & it’s Role in Children’s Health
Vitamin D is a unique and essential nutrient that holds the key to strong bones, a robust immune system, mood regulation, and cognitive development in children.
Generational Cohorts:
The generation years chart and timeline describe the seven recent demographic cohorts stretching from way back in the 20th century. They include the Greatest, Silent, Boomer, X, Millennial, Z, and Alpha generations.