ParentingTips: UNICEF Cambodia's Free Digital Guide for Parents
Discover ParentingTips – a free digital platform designed to support parents and caregivers across Cambodia in nurturing the health, development, and well-being of their children.
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We all want what's best for our children, but being a parent isn't always easy. Parenting is a journey filled with joy, challenges, and opportunities.
That’s why we’ve developed ParentingTips – a free digital platform designed to support parents and caregivers across Cambodia in nurturing the health, development, and well-being of their children. Whether you're a new parent or caring for older children, ParentingTips offers practical advice tailored to the needs of Cambodian families and science-backed information you can trust to help give your child the best start in life!
Why ParentingTips?
Raising children in a safe, healthy, and loving environment is vital for their growth and development. However, many parents and caregivers face challenges such as limited access to information on child nutrition, safety, and positive discipline. According to the latest Cambodia Demographic and Health Survey, 49 per cent of children aged 0-2 years in Cambodia do not meet minimum dietary diversity requirements, and over 60 per cent experience violent discipline at home.
What You’ll Find on ParentingTips
ParentingTips delivers expert advice and simple, practical tips directly to your phone, empowering you to make informed decisions and create a nurturing and positive environment for your children:
- Promote Healthy Nutrition: Learn how to ensure your child gets the right nutrients during their crucial early years.
- Practice Positive Discipline: Discover ways to guide your child’s behaviour without resorting to violence.
- Create Safe Spaces: Tips on childproofing your home and ensuring your child’s safety as they grow and explore.
- Encourage Early Learning: Ideas for stimulating your child’s development through play, reading, and everyday activities.
How It Works
ParentingTips is designed to be accessible to all families, including those in remote areas. Parents and caregivers can receive messages via Telegram or Interactive Voice Response (IVR) calls, with both services available free of charge. It’s easy to register:
- Call 1279 or click the link in the SMS to sign up via Telegram.
- Choose from a menu of parenting topics that matter to you.
- Receive weekly tips and reminders to help you stay on track in nurturing your children.
Who Can Benefit?
The ParentingTips platform is for anyone raising or caring for children – from parents and grandparents to guardians and extended family members.
Join the ParentingTips Community
Take the first step towards positive, informed parenting today. Join thousands of Cambodian families who are learning how to provide nurturing care and raise healthy, happy children.
To get started, call 1279 or click here to register on Telegram.
Cambodia Demographic and Health Survey (CDHS) 2022. Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and Rockville, Maryland, USA: National Institute of Statistics, Directorate General for Health, and ICF.