For most mothers, the arrival of a new year means dreams of greater success, a more stable family life, happiness for their children, continued health and well-being, academic achievement, a brighter future, and more time granted by God to achieve all these dreams and guide their children safely through life.
To realize these heartfelt dreams, every mother must adopt a parenting approach that combines the wisdom of tradition with modern techniques, with awareness of how to transition between the two.
Meeting with Dr. Salma Al-Madani, Child Psychiatrist, to evaluate mothers’ dreams for 2026 and clarify implementation steps, with recommendations for transitioning from old to new methods.
Mothers’ Dreams for 2026
That their children enjoy health and happiness in life.
That their children achieve their ambitions in school and work.
That the new year is peaceful and stable for the family.
That goodness and blessings continue in their children’s lives.
That 2026 brings beautiful memories and joyful moments with their children.
That these wishes and sincere prayers transform into realities, renewing hope for a brighter future.
That God grants them health, well-being, and steadfastness to care for their children and take the steps to realize their dreams.
Step 1: Changing Parenting Styles
A Family United by One Parenting Approach
It is essential for mothers’ parenting styles to evolve over time, especially with the arrival of the new year—not necessarily through radical changes, but as a form of adaptation to face new challenges.
Mothers today should adopt a more health-conscious approach, use technology wisely in parenting, focus on building children’s personalities to be more resilient and self-aware, and integrate experiences from the previous year.
Fathers should act as role models, balancing parenting and lifestyle. The new year is an opportunity to strengthen these goals and set new parenting resolutions aligned with societal changes.
Signs of Comprehensive Change in Mothers’ Parenting Styles
Focus on healthy habits: Encourage children to eat healthy foods and exercise, with parents leading by example.
Wise use of technology: Use technology to teach and develop children’s skills while setting clear boundaries.
Character-building and role modeling: Instill values and ethics, guide children toward positive role models, and act as role models themselves.
Division of roles and work challenges: As more mothers enter the workforce, time management and balancing work with family life become critical skills.
Future planning: Every new year is an opportunity to evaluate the past year and set new parenting goals, such as self-development, learning new skills, and focusing on family mental and physical health.
Step 2: Facing New Challenges7
With the arrival of a new year, mothers must evolve to become more capable of addressing contemporary challenges, learning from past experiences, and striving to raise conscious, future-ready children.
Parenting suited to the modern era is balanced, combining traditional values with contemporary methods, focusing on dialogue, trust, deep listening, and digital skills.
Parents must adapt to technological challenges with awareness and continuous learning to instill flexibility and adaptability in their children, without excessive screen time.
Principles of Modern Parenting
Blending old and new: Combine the firmness and value-based teachings of traditional parenting with the flexibility and dialogue of modern approaches.
Positive parenting: Use supportive and encouraging methods to build self-confidence and psychological well-being, as confirmed by studies.
Life and technical skills: Teach children digital safety, screen time management, and real-life social interaction to face digital-age challenges.
Listening and dialogue: Listen deeply before judging to enhance communication and build strong relationships.
Balance: Achieve a balance between love and affection, setting clear boundaries and rules, avoiding overindulgence, and focusing on natural child development.
Continuous parental learning: Raising children requires ongoing development and training for parents to keep up with changes.
Modern parenting raises children capable of creativity and adaptation while maintaining their identity and values, requiring awareness and wisdom from parents.
Step 3: Blending Tradition and Modernity
Parenting between past and present is a journey of balance—a mix of tradition and modernity—which is essential for modern parenting and successful family relationships.
Neither method should be favored over the other. Traditional parenting emphasizes discipline and value transmission, while modern parenting requires parents to face significant challenges due to fast societal changes.
The best solution is to blend the two: preserve essential values and respect while adopting contemporary parenting methods that meet children’s psychological and cognitive needs.
Parenting is a shared responsibility among parents and grandparents but begins with the parents. Modern parenting does not mean abandoning tradition but adapting to changes to raise a conscious, balanced, and responsible generation.
Step 4: Guiding Children Through Changes
Prepare children before change: Psychological preparation is key. For example, when moving to a new school, take the child to meet teachers and classmates beforehand to instill a sense of security and comfort.
Listen to their feelings: Allow children to express their emotions without judgment, as active listening enhances their sense of value and support.
Maintain daily routines: Despite changes, preserve the child’s usual habits, such as sleep, meals, play, and study times, to provide psychological stability.
Encourage creative expression: Help children express feelings through drawing, writing, or music, which allows them to release negative emotions healthily.
Involve children in decision-making: Let children participate in decisions related to changes, such as choosing school supplies for a new school, fostering a sense of control and empowerment.
Adapt after changes: Children need patience and continuous support to feel secure and comfortable. Adapting to changes takes time and helps build resilience.
Life changes are natural and necessary for children’s development, giving them skills to navigate future challenges. With the right emotional support, listening, and routines, children can adapt confidently, building balanced and psychologically stable personalities.
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