More Free Play, Less Structured Learning: Will This Help Kids Thrive More?

Parents today have the benefit of enjoying a wide spectrum of activities they can enroll their kids in, whether for the summer or as an after-school add-on.

But so much pressure is placed on parents these days to make sure their kids are “academically ready” for school that there is a tendency to sign them up for every single class possible, filling up their schedules to “maximize learning.”

We may have forgotten about the wonder of free or unstructured play and its inherent role in preparing kids to thrive – in school and beyond. Read on to discover how it can benefit your kids, and how you can integrate free play in your home routine.

More Free Play, Less Structured Learning: Will This Help Kids Thrive More?

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Takeout Ideas for a Laid-Back Father’s Day Celebration

Father’s Day is just around the corner! If you’re like me who loves to spend time at home, away from the stress of Metro Manila traffic, hour-long wait for a parking slot, and food orders with an even longer wait period, here’s a round up of timeless restaurants that provide take-out options to ensure a relaxing Father’s day celebration at home.

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It’s Not Just “Baby Blues”: A Dad’s Guide To Understanding Postpartum Depression

For the first two years of my daughter’s life, I grappled with the strong irrational belief that our family would be better off without me. I loved her so much, but I was terrified that something bad would happen to her because of me. I felt guilty and unqualified to take on the challenges of being her mother. Despite all my years of studying and teaching Psychology, I fell into the same cycle that so many mothers often do and tried to quietly endure it alone. I kept hearing that as long as baby is healthy, nothing else matters and I internalized it to the point that my marriage and my own health became afterthoughts. It took many tears, arguments, and long emotional discussions before my husband finally convinced me that I needed professional help.

Most fathers hope that, in the event of an emergency, they can be protectors for their families. Whether it’s the threat of a natural disaster or the dangers of online interactions, dads often serve as the first line of defense for their loved ones and this can include being guardians of our well-being. Had it not been for my husband’s continuous support and intervention, I probably would not have noticed or sought help for the downward spiral of my mental health.

Here are some things dads should know about postpartum depression:

It's Not Just "Baby Blues": A Dad's Guide To Understanding Postpartum Depression

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Moms, Take Note: DepEd Sets New Kindergarten Age Rule for SY 2025-2026

Here in the Philippines, your child’s age and birth month are major concerns when enrolling them in Kindergarten. But the revised age rule recently set by the Department of Education for incoming Kindergarten pupils for SY 2025-2026 has addressed this issue.

Heads up, Moms: your child might be headed for Kindergarten sooner than you expected!

Moms, Take Note: DepEd Sets New Kindergarten Age Rule for SY 2025-2026

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