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Topic: Holidays

Why school holidays are the perfect time to reconnect with your child

By Jayne Rose Gacheri   2026-08-03 09:37:35

Parenting experts and families say the school holiday break can become more than time away from school. It can be a bridge to stronger relationships.

Handling freedom anxiety in children during school holidays

By Anjellah Owino   2026-04-17 10:35:29

The school holidays are here, and children are naturally expected to be excited. However, the change from a structured school routine to unstructured time at home can result in freedom anxiety

From boot camps to academic tyrant: Ten types of parents during school holidays

By Silas Nyamweya   2026-04-17 10:01:39

School holidays in Kenya are not just a break for students; they are a full-blown season of drama, survival and unexpected character development for parents

Teen withdrawal during school holidays: Growing parenting challenge in Kenya

By Juliet Omelo   2026-04-10 12:04:37

Parents often perceive this as withdrawal, while teenagers see it as freedom, a rare opportunity to reset after months of school pressures, deadlines, and structured schedules.

Why adolescents retreat into their rooms during school holidays

By Juliet Omelo   2026-04-10 11:16:58

School holidays often bring an unexpected shift. Instead of relief, parents find teenagers retreating into sleep, silence and isolation behind screens

When teens shut the door: Why adolescents retreat into their rooms during school holidays

By Omelo Juliet   2026-04-10 17:36:30

When Teenagers lock themselves in it could be a sign of withdrawal during school holidays.